Verbal domestic violence is emotionally a silent killer. What is Domestic Violence? In the U.S. and more than 80 countries, domestic violence is a crime. It is defined as a pattern of abusive … Read More »
Legal Information, Resources
Single moms are often in need of legal resources while fighting nasty custody battles or abusive relationships. Information is available on pro bono legal services for needy single moms.
Financial Guide Through a Divorce
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Going through a divorce by all means is not easy. Even coming to the realization that you want a divorce or your partner wants to separate, can all be overwhelming. That’s just the beginning; … Read More »
Center for Law and Social Policy (CLASP)
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CLASP is a national nonprofit that works to improve the lives of low-income people. CLASP’s mission is to improve the economic security, educational and workforce prospects, and family stability of … Read More »
Volunteer Legal Services Program (VLSP)
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VLSP is one of the nation's premiere providers of pro bono legal services. Founded by The Bar Association of San Francisco in 1977, VLSP is a nonprofit provider of free legal and social services to … Read More »
Legal Services Corporation (LCS)
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LSC provides civil legal assistance to those in need. LSC funds 138 legal aid programs with over 900 offices around the nation to help poor Americans gain equal access to the judicial system. Legal … Read More »
National Domestic Violence Hotline
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Are You Being Abused? Does the person you love: Threaten to hurt you or your children? Say it's your fault if he or she hits you, promises it won't happen again, but it does? Put you down in … Read More »
Resources for Victims of Dating Abuse
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For immediate help: National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline - The opportunity to speak one-on-one with a trained Peer Advocate who can offer support and connect you to resources 24 hours a day, seven … Read More »
Resources for Children Affected by Domestic Violence
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For immediate help: Childhelp - Childhelp exists to meet the physical, emotional, educational and spiritual needs of abused, neglected and at-risk children. This organization focuses its efforts on … Read More »
From Sex Abuse Victim to Legal Advocate
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Armed with a law degree, an SUV that serves as a mobile office and her own harrowing personal history, 58-year-old trucker-turned-lawyer Wynona Ward navigates the back roads of rural Vermont. Her … Read More »
Facing an Unintended Pregnancy? Considering Adoption?
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Imagine facing an unintended pregnancy while single, lacking financial resources or other types of support necessary to raise a child. Unfortunately, many pregnant women struggle with this dilemma and … Read More »
Basic Legal Recommendations for Women
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According to Toledo attorney, Stephen Pennington, there are some fundamental legal concerns that every woman should understand, plan, and prepare for in order to best protect her financial assets in … Read More »
Have Justice – Will Travel, Inc. (HJWT)
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HJWT provides in-home consultations, transportation to and from court hearings, and free legal representation for protective orders and family law issues for low income battered women and their … Read More »
