Empowering Victims of Domestic Abuse.

Right now, you are almost in a state of shock and at the very least alarmed.  Someone that you have trusted with your future happiness has done a violent thing to you.  In your case you may be experiencing a financial crisis in addition to the physical and emotional ones.  It is all a bit overwhelming.

There are local organizations such as Community Action Stop Abuse (CASA) or The Haven of RCS, or the National Domestic Violence Hotline for information about services, programs and shelters available in the Tampa/St. Petersburg area. Most definitely if you are in immediate danger, call 911! 

There is a caring and compassionate team that will assist you in this time of need.  They are Nat Kidder and Bill Bennett.  They have had a combined 50 years of experience in dealing with domestic abuse in Pinellas County.  Please call their law office today at (727) 821-8000.  The next attack may be worse!

Domestic Violence Issues.

In the Sunshine State civil courts issue domestic violence injunctions.  If battery is part of the charge, then the criminal courts may get involved.  You want to talk about stressful, the hearings that follow will test the most grounded of individuals.  When someone you have cared about hurts you the reaction is often one of denial.  What did I do to prompt this behavior?

There is not only physical damage, but potentially emotional turmoil and concern over minor children in the relationship.  Please get to a safe place where you are free from additional harm.  We suggest Community Action Stop Abuse (CASA).  Call the domestic violence hot line or simply dial 911 if danger is imminent.

When you have cleared your head a bit, then call on Kidder and Bennett.  They bring over a half-century of knowledge and experience to the table.  Nat Kidder and Bill Bennett are domestic violence abuse attorneys in Pinellas County.  Call them today and make an appointment for a free consultation at their office in St. Petersburg (727) 821-8000 - and stay as calm as possible.

An Increase in Domestic Violence.

One thing about summer - domestic violence seems to be on the rise.  Understanding domestic violence is the first step in trying to prevent it.  Acts of violence may include battery, assault, sexual battery and assault, stalking, false imprisonment, kidnapping, etc.  If these acts result in injury or worse there is a valid case for domestic violence.

In Florida the (CADV) Coalition Against Domestic Violence reported that there were more than 100,000 cases in the state in the latest reported year of 2014.  You know that number will probably continue to increase.  By the way, an adjunct to this is child abuse and anyone who fails to report it is subject to a hefty fine plus imprisonment.

If you or anyone that you love has been accused of domestic violence you must take immediate action.  When you contact the office of Kidder and Bennett you are calling two of the top domestic violence defense attorneys in Florida.  If you live in Pinellas County Florida reach out to St. Petersburg domestic violence attorneys Kidder and Bennett today by calling (727) 821-8000. 

Protect Your Rights in a Domestic Violence Case.

Civil courts are responsible for issuing a response to a petition in a domestic violence matter.  If there is a domestic battery charge the criminal court may become involved and issue a restraining order.  What follows may be an overwhelming ordeal that no individual would ever want to undergo without representation.

Someone that you have trusted has accused you of hurting them or they have hurt you.  Now you not only are concerned about your own future, but that of your children and pets as well.  And on top of that, your finances may be adversely affected.  There are local organizations from whom you may seek immediate help.  The Community Action Stop Abuse and The Haven of RCS are two of them.

Ultimately you will need an attorney to represent you.  Kidder and Bennett law firm is your domestic violence criminal defense attorney in Pinellas County Florida.  No matter on what side of a dispute you may fall you need aggressive representation.  Contact the St. Petersburg FL office of Kidder and Bennet today at (727) 821-8000.