Preparing for the Holidays: Helpful Tips and Resources
by Sharonna Lee, Esther Aparicio, and Diana Griffin As the holiday season fast approaches, many families look forward to moments…
What Lawyers Should Know about Battered Woman Syndrome
While courts around the country may not adhere to one static understanding of the use of Battered Woman Syndrome (BWS), when understood and applied correctly, BWS evidence can help factfinders reach verdicts that are not based on misconceptions and harmful stereotypes about victims of domestic violence. In turn, this can lead to more fair and just outcomes for criminalized survivors.