Author: Contend Legal
How to Get a Harassment Injunction for Protection
What is a Harassment Injunction? A harassment injunction is a type of court order designed to protect individuals from unwanted and distressing behaviour. It legally requires the person responsible for the harassment – sometimes called the respondent – to stop actions that cause alarm, distress, or fear. This could include a wide range of behaviours,…
Who Can Be a Victim or Perpetrator of Domestic Abuse?
Introduction to Victims and Perpetrators in Domestic Abuse Introduction to Victims and Perpetrators in Domestic Abuse In the UK, domestic abuse is recognised as a serious issue that can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, or background. Understanding who can be considered a victim or perpetrator under UK law is crucial for accessing legal protection…
Understanding Domestic Abuse: Types, Signs and Legal Rights
Introduction to Domestic Abuse Domestic abuse is a pattern of behaviour in which one person harms, controls, or causes distress to another within a family or intimate relationship. In the UK, the law recognises that abuse is not limited to physical violence – it can also include emotional, psychological, sexual, financial, and even digital abuse.…
Occupation Orders: Your Legal Rights and How to Apply
What is an Occupation Order? An occupation order is a type of protective order available under UK family law. Its main purpose is to decide who can live in the family home or enter the surrounding area, especially when there is domestic abuse, threats, or conflict between people who share or have shared a home.…
Non-Molestation Orders: Legal Protection From Abuse
What is a Non-Molestation Order? A non-molestation order is a type of legal protection designed to safeguard individuals from harassment, threats, or harm by someone they are closely connected to, such as a current or former partner, spouse, or family member. It is most commonly used in situations involving domestic abuse, where a person is…
How to Apply for an Abuse Injunction and Get Protection
What is an Abuse Injunction? An abuse injunction is a type of court order designed to protect someone from domestic or family abuse. It gives legal protection to individuals who are at risk of harm from a partner, ex-partner, family member, or someone they live with. Abuse injunctions are most commonly used in cases involving…
How to Change or End a Protective Order for Abuse
What is an Abuse Vary Order? What is an Abuse Vary Order? An abuse vary order is a legal tool that allows you to ask the court to change (vary) or end (discharge) the conditions of an existing protective order. Protective orders, such as non-molestation orders or occupation orders, are designed to help protect people…
How Family Courts and Children’s Hearings Protect Kids
Introduction to Family Court and Children’s Hearings Introduction to Family Court and Children’s Hearings Family courts and children’s hearings play a vital role in the UK’s legal system, especially when it comes to protecting children from abuse and neglect within their own families. These specialist courts are designed to make decisions that put the welfare…
Understanding Child Protection and Social Services in the UK
Introduction to Child Protection and Social Services Introduction to Child Protection and Social Services Child protection laws in the UK are designed to ensure every child grows up in a safe, nurturing environment, free from abuse and neglect. These laws set out clear responsibilities for parents, carers, and professionals to safeguard children’s welfare and outline…
Understanding Child Protection Plans: A Guide for Families
What is a Child Protection Plan? A Child Protection Plan (CPP) is a formal document created by social services when there are concerns that a child may be at risk of significant harm, such as abuse or neglect. The CPP is a key legal tool used to safeguard children and ensure their wellbeing. Its main…
