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July 7, 2017 • Homicide

Possible Traces of Missing Englewood NJ Woman’s Blood Reportedly Found in Boyfriend’s Apartment

Blood of Missing Englewood Woman Reportedly Found in Boyfriend’s New York Apartment Do you need a lawyer for domestic violence criminal charges in Englewood in Bergen County? We can help. Our lawyers have literally handled thousands of criminal cases like yours with tremendous success. Contact us anytime for a free initial consultation. Here is a […]

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July 1, 2017 • Domestic Violence

Hopatcong NJ Man Pleads Guilty to Kidnapping His Sons

First Degree Kidnapping Charges for Taking Your Own Children in NJ A Hopatcong New Jersey man is likely to face prison after he admitted to kidnapping his kids two years ago. The suspect is a 38-year-old male from Hopatcong, New Jersey. On February 9, 2015, he allegedly took off with his two kids in the […]

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June 30, 2017 • Domestic Violence

New Jersey Domestic Violence Rates in Towns of More Than 5,000 Residents

New Jersey Domestic Violence Statistics Show Regional Disparities Across State According to a recent New Jersey State Police report, there were 61,659 domestic violence offenses reported by police in 2015, or about 6.8 incidents per 1,000 New Jersey residents. This represented a slight decrease from the 62,055 domestic violence incidents that were reported in 2014. […]

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June 26, 2017 • Case Study

Essex County NJ Final Restraining Order Granted Plus Attorneys Fees Thanks to the Tormey Law Firm

Essex County Domestic Violence Victory: Final Restraining Order and Fee Award Final Restraining Order Lawyers in Newark, NJ Are you the victim of domestic violence and need a lawyer in Essex County? We can help. Here is a recent case we handled there for a very satisfied client. The restraining order attorneys at the Tormey […]

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June 24, 2017 • Domestic Violence

Essex County Murder Victim Had Final Restraining Order Against Alleged Killer

Domestic Violence Restraining Order Preceded Murder-Suicide in Newark When someone is murdered, one of the first persons of interest for police is their spouse or significant other. This is also true for former spouses and people who were previously dating. Another top source for investigation of homicide is anyone who the victim had known issues […]

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June 18, 2017 • Domestic Violence

New Jersey Assembly Proposes Upgrading of Certain Domestic Violence Crimes

Assembly Committee Approves Bill to Increase Domestic Violence Assault Penalties New Jersey legislators are considering a bill that would create more severe penalties for certain domestic violence-related offenses. The Assembly Judiciary Committee recently approved the bipartisan bill, which is sponsored by Assemblymen Pamela Lampitt, D-Camden, Burlington and Ronald Dancer, R-Ocean. The proposed bill would upgrade […]

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June 12, 2017 • Threat Crimes

Bergen County NJ Violation of a Final Restraining Order Charge Dismissed

Violation of a Restraining Order in Bergen County, NJ Hackensack Lawyers Defending Clients Accused of Violating a Restraining Order The issuance of a final restraining order under the New Jersey Prevention of Domestic Violence Act can have serious repercussions for the person against whom it is issued. These can include problems with employment, housing, and […]

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June 9, 2017 • Case Study

Hudson County Man Allegedly Violates Restraining Order Three Times in Five Days

Secaucus Man Charged with Multiple Restraining Order Violations in One Week A Secaucus man recently appeared in Hudson County Superior Court after allegedly violating a domestic violence restraining order three times in five days. The man was arrested and charged with contempt when he allegedly returned to the family home to retrieve his own belongings. […]

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June 2, 2017 • Case Study

Judge Considers Granting No Contact Order Despite Parsippany Victim Not Seeking Temporary Restraining Order

Parsippany Man Released from Psychiatric Hospital Faces No Contact Order Decision A Morris County man who reportedly called 911 in March and said that he was going to kill his wife and three children was recently released from custody after having spent two months in a psychiatric hospital. The Parsippany man dialed 911 from the […]

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May 26, 2017 • Assault Offenses

Elmwood Park Man Allegedly Assaults Girlfriend and Sets Fire to Her Apartment

Attempted Murder and Arson Charges Filed Against Elmwood Park Man in Domestic Violence Case Do you need assistance with a restraining order or domestic violence criminal charges in Elmwood Park? The Tormey Law Firm can help. Call us anytime for a free consultation. A Bergen County man was recently charged with attempted murder and aggravated […]

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