October: Domestic Violence Awareness Month The Urgent Need for Better Judicial Training By Melissa Levine-Piro, Esq. and Sydney Young, Esq. Hera Law Group recognizes October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Each October is a chance to re-dedicate ourselves to ending abuse, in its many forms, as well as honoring those who we have lost to...Read More

Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Celebrates 40th Anniversary October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and October 12, 2024 marked the 40th anniversary of the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA). This monumental piece of federal legislation has transformed the landscape for crime victims in the United States, providing a foundation for services, compensation, and advocacy that...Read More

Understanding Coercive Control: The New Addition to MGL 209A This past summer, Massachusetts made a significant step forward in protecting victims and survivors of domestic abuse by including coercive control in Chapter 209A of the Massachusetts General Laws (“MGL 209A”). This addition to the definition of domestic violence reflects a growing recognition of the complex...Read More

By Gabrielle Antolovic Attorneys and staff at Hera Law Group recognize October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. We strive to protect our client’s legal needs and wellness as a firm. We work towards protecting and advocating on behalf of survivors, including those who have suffered physical, sexual, financial, or abuse based in coercive control. At...Read More

By Chelsea Farrell, Esq. Let’s shed light to the impact of domestic abuse and continue to advocate for victims of intimate partner violence. It is no secret that leaving a battering partner may be one of the most dangerous times in the relationship. This month is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and as a firm, we...Read More