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When Abusers Sue for Defamation: What Survivors Need to Know

Legal Services, Victims Rights / allison.mahoney

Speaking out about sexual assault, domestic violence, or child abuse takes immense courage. Survivors who come forward—whether in a public statement, a police report, or a civil lawsuit—are often motivated by a desire to protect others, reclaim their voices, or seek justice. But in some cases, abusers respond by weaponizing the legal system, filing retaliatory […]

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The Panic-Free Guide to Getting Private Photos Removed Fast

Cyber Abuse, Legal Services / allison.mahoney

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Introduction: The Nightmare of Seeing Your Private Photos Online Your phone buzzes with a message from a friend: “Hey, I think I saw your photos online… is everything okay?” In an instant, your world feels like it’s crumbling. Private photos you trusted were safe are now in the public eye. It’s devastating, overwhelming, and paralyzing.

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5 Immediate Steps to Take If Your Colorado Protection Order Is Violated

Domestic Violence, Legal Services / allison.mahoney

Introduction: When the Line Is Crossed, What Happens Next? It was just one text. Or maybe it was a knock on the door late at night. You thought the protection order would stop them, but now it’s clear—they’re not going to play by the rules. Violations like this happen more often than people think, with

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Before You File a Colorado Protection Order: 5 Essential Steps to Know

Domestic Violence, Legal Services / allison.mahoney

Imagine this: in the United States, one in four women and one in nine men have experienced severe violence at the hands of an intimate partner. For many of these individuals, protecting their family from violence means taking legal steps, like filing for a protection order. But if you’re in a situation where you feel

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What Evidence is Needed for a Protection Order: Take Back Control of Your Safety

Domestic Violence, Legal Services / allison.mahoney

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Did you know that over 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men in the U.S. have experienced severe physical violence by an intimate partner? If you’re reading this, you’re likely one of the many who have faced the fear, confusion, and isolation that come with domestic violence. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by

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The Psychological Trap of Abuse: Why It’s Hard to Leave Without Help

Domestic Violence, Legal Services / allison.mahoney

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I. The Invisible Chains of Abuse: Why It’s So Hard to Break Free Imagine living in a world where every move you make is under constant scrutiny. Your phone is checked daily, your texts read, your whereabouts questioned at every turn. This is the reality for many victims of domestic violence, and it’s more common

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Sextortion Scheme Targeting Colorado Students

CSAM, Cyber Abuse, Image-Based Sexual Abuse, Legal Services / allison.mahoney

Last week multiple news outlets reported that police were investigating a sextortion scheme targeting Colorado students—dubbed a “social media nightmare.” Dozens of middle school and high school students reported that a suspect or suspects contacted them on Instagram and asked them to pay to take down explicit images, some of which were generated via A.I.

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Legal Options for Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence

Domestic Violence, Legal Services / allison.mahoney

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Survivors of intimate partner violence have a variety of legal remedies potentially available to them. Most of these are state specific, although there are a handful of federal remedies as well. Today, we’ll discuss a few key options in Colorado. Civil Protection Orders In Colorado, victims of “domestic abuse” can apply for a civil protection

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Announcing ALM Law

Legal Services / allison.mahoney

A Victims’ Rights & Civil Rights Law Firm that Advocates for Survivors I’m proud to announce the launch of ALM Law, a victims’ rights and civil rights law firm that specializes in providing legal services to children involved in and harmed by child welfare systems, survivors of intimate partner violence, and survivors of sexual abuse

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