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CWLC Is Here to Help During COVID-19
As we confront the known and unknown challenges of COVID-19, we recognize life is dramatically more difficult for many people today than it was just a few weeks ago.
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
The California Women’s Law Center is observing Domestic Violence Awareness Month this October by sharing resources such as our guide to obtaining restraining orders, and supporting survivors through an upcoming event called Handbags of Hope. Domestic violence affects people of all income levels, races, genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and religions. While domestic violence can affect anyone, women are 2.5 times more likely to
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How to Appeal a Domestic Violence Restraining Order: Tips & Tricks (2020)
This informational webinar will explore the specific issues related to appeals of domestic violence restraining order decisions in California courts. We will address some of the most common issues related to preserving an appeal and briefly review the procedures for appealing, including tips for maximizing the likelihood of a successful appeal.
Domestic Violence Restraining Orders in California Courts (2019)
This webinar will dive into some of the complex legal issues facing litigants seeking domestic violence restraining orders in California courts.
Sexual Discrimination, Harassment, and Assault: A Primer on Federal and State Law Claims (2019)
This webinar will outline the core federal and state law causes of action for sexual discrimination, harassment, and assault and discuss the differences between them, giving advocates the tools to spot such issues with their potential clients and address them.