It seems that just about every other week, we hear about an NFL player being suspended or arrested due to claims of domestic violence. Earlier this year, the Seattle Seahawks cut quarterback Trevone Boykin for domestic violence allegations. Just this week, Louisville tight end Kemari Averett was ...
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Jabari Bird Arrested for Domestic Violence Against Girlfriend
Just before the kick off of National Domestic Violence Awareness month, Boston Celtic guard Jabari Bird was arrested for a domestic violence incident against his girlfriend. Prosecutors say that Bird repeatedly strangled his girlfriend which caused her to lose consciousness at several different p...
Sexual Assault Accusations and the Judge Kavanaugh Hearing
American citizens were presented with the unique opportunity to watch a Supreme Court nominee, Judge Brett Kavanaugh, be questioned in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee about Dr. Christine Blasey Ford's accusations that he sexually assaulted her in the 1980s while both of them were in high ...
64-Year Old Man on the Run After Trying to Kill His Father
The Sheriff's office in Logan County, Colorado is looking for a 64-year-old man who “has felony warrants for attempted second-degree murder, vehicular assault, felony menacing, and first-degree assault on an at-risk adult.” Sheriff's deputies in Logan County say that the man attacked his father a...
Former Contestant on “The Bachelor” Arrested for Domestic Violence
Amanda Stanton, a previous contestant on “The Bachelor,” was arrested in Las Vegas, Nevada for domestic battery. Stanton was in Las Vegas to celebrate a bachelorette party when the Las Vegas Metropolitan police were called for a domestic disturbance around 3:00 AM. Stanton and her boyfriend were ...
Chinese Billionaire Arrested in Minnesota on Suspicion of Rape
Last week, Chinese billionaire Richard Liu was in Minneapolis to attend a business program at the University of Minnesota. While in Minnesota, Mr. Liu was arrested on suspicion of rape. Officers originally described the accusation against Liu as sexual assault, then later characterized it as rape...
Trey Songz Being Sued for Domestic Violence
In May, the singer Trey Songz turned himself in to the Los Angeles Police Department to deny allegations of domestic violence assault. A woman named Andrea Buera alleged that the singer had “called her names, choked her, and repeatedly punched her in the face.” She stated that the attack took pla...
Another Violation of No-Contact Order Lands Former Bellevue Police Officer Back in Jail
A former Bellevue police officer has been arrested again in connection with a domestic violence case in which he has already twice been charged with violating a court-ordered no-contact order. The man has previously been charged with tampering with a witness and fourth-degree assault upon a woman...
Mayor Dismissed for Crimes of Moral Turpitude
The Governor of South Carolina signed an Executive Order last week that resulted in the removal of the Mayor of a small South Carolina town. John Kay Hansen was dismissed from his position as Mayor of Ware Shoals, South Carolina by Executive Order after pleading guilty to third-degree domestic vi...
Everett Man Fires on Officers Responding to Domestic Dispute
It is not uncommon for a domestic situation to get out of hand. Unfortunately, in some cases, violence can erupt even when police are present. A circumstance just like this happened in Snohomish County on July 14, 2018. Officers with the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office responded to a domestic ...
Malicious Mischief: An Example
When law enforcement officers respond to the scene of a domestic disturbance, they are trained to look for more than just signs of physical abuse. In Washington, the knowing, malicious destruction of another person's property is against the law. Known as the crime of malicious mischief, it is not...
Josh Brolin Discusses 2004 Domestic Violence Arrest For The First Time
The Hollywood press corps has a long history of getting every detail related to a celebrity domestic violence event. One incident that has remained shrouded in secrecy, however, is Josh Brolin's 2004 arrest for domestic violence. At the time, Brolin was arrested on suspicion of battering actress ...
Study: Bisexual Women More Likely to Face Domestic Violence
Study after study has shown that violence against women is primarily perpetrated by men they are in a relationship with. A new study suggests that bisexual women are more at risk than average. The British study is the first to take a look at the issue in-depth. The research is part of a larger st...
Study: Male Users of Psychedelic Drugs Less Likely to Commit Domestic Abuse
Just like the song says, psychedelic drugs including LSD and mushrooms may result in a long, strange trip. However, according to a recent study that trip probably won't be a violent one. According to the study, men who have used psychedelic drugs are approximately half as likely to physically abu...
Ex-Spouse of Comedian Tiffany Haddish Sues for Defamation Over Domestic Violence Accusation
In her best-selling memoir, comedian Tiffany Haddish accused her ex-husband William Stewart of domestic violence during the course of their relationship. Now, Stewart is fighting back with a defamation lawsuit. In a recent civil suit, Stewart is suing Haddish, the book's co-author Tucker Max, and...
Washington Expands Domestic Violence Leave Law
Washington state was one of the early adopters of a so-called “domestic violence leave law.” Effective June 7, 2018, the scope of that law will expand greatly. The law currently applies to all Washington employers and guarantees the victims of domestic violence access to unpaid leave from their j...
One-Hit Wonder Howie Day Arrested in Seattle for Assaulting Girlfriend
Howie Day, a singer-songwriter that reached his peak of popularity in the mid-2000s, is back in the headlines for a new reason: a domestic violence arrest. Considered by most to be a one-hit wonder, Day is best known for his 2004 song, “Collide.” In April 2018, Day was arrested after a physical a...
Three Tips to Prevent Burglary in Your Washington Home
There is no other feeling like arriving home to a burglarized house. Its frightening and leaves a lingering feeling of vulnerability. You can take a few simple steps to assure you have prepared your home to be as burglar-proof as possible. Here are three tips to help improve security at home. C...
R&B Singer Kelis accuses ex-husband Nas of domestic violence
Domestic violence allegations affect people from all walks of life; celebrities are no exception. In an interview conducted in April of 2018, Ramp;B singer and celebrity chef Kelis accused her ex-husband, rapper Nas, of mental and physical abuse. The celebrity couple first met in 2002. Nas is k...
Interference in Reporting Domestic Violence Charges
A family-based battle of words can rise to the point of physical conflict quickly. The emotionally-charged chaos can become physical, and the energy and concerns swiftly get out of hand. Washington lawmakers established a Revised Code of laws that are meant to assure anyone in a domestic violence...
Cyberstalking: Bullying on the Internet
Social media has become a way of life for many Americans. As people share online where they are, what they are doing, and who they are with, emotions can run high when a former partner posts new adventures with a new partner. When these emotions get the better of someone who is struggling to move...
Know Your Rights During a Domestic Violence Incident in Washington
Domestic violence convictions are criminal charges in Washington. If you are facing domestic violence charges, its critical that you take them seriously. Law enforcement also takes these allegations very seriously. If you are involved in a situation that escalates to accusations of domestic viol...
Parenting Plans: How Important Are They?
Couples who are planning to separate and divorce can often come together, peacefully and without court involvement, to develop a parenting plan for their children. This plan can help both parents negotiate what is important to them and then ultimately serve as a living document. When both spouses...
Social Media: No Place for Jokes About Domestic Violence
In March 2018, the smartphone game app Would You Rather ran a Snapchat ad that has outraged users. The ad featured images of Rihanna and Chris Brown questioning the would-be app user “Would You Rather Slap Rihanna or Punch Chris Brown?” Rihanna personally called out the app saying, “Shame on YOU!...
How to Hire a Domestic Violence Defense Attorney
If you have been charged with domestic violence charges, you already know that life changes fast. Relief seems a long way off. The first step away from any jail time or heavy fines is your first step toward finding a domestic violence defense attorney. The right attorney will improve your chances...