Richard Ducote - Child Abuse, Domestic Violence, Custody, and Divorce Lawyer

Few legal battles are as emotionally charged as a divorce or custody proceeding.  The fight involves presenting evidence related to the best interests of the child, meeting the burden of proof of domestic violence, and many other tumultuous issues.  More importantly, when such proceedings involve abuse, either … Read More

Violence directed at loved ones is against the law.  Being married, related, or the parent of someone does not entitle you to hit, threaten, or abuse those at home.  In Pennsylvania, this type of abuse is often hidden behind closed doors, unspoken of by the victim for fear of retaliation, intimidation, or stigma. When these … Read More

Few legal battles possess the moral clarity found in protecting victims of sexual abuse, whether the victim is a child, a spouse, a relative, or a significant other.  Unfortunately, many victims feel the need to hide the abuse, suffering for years in silence.  Victims must understand that these are violations of their human … Read More