For survivors of domestic violence, a protective order can be one of the most important legal tools available. Sometimes called a restraining order, order of protection, or protection from abuse (PFA) order depending on the state, these court orders create legally enforceable boundaries between a survivor and the person causing harm. Understanding how protective orders […]

If you are in immediate danger, call 911. To speak with a trained advocate 24/7, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788. Domestic violence affects roughly 10 million people in the United States every year. It crosses every line — income, race, age, gender, and education — and it […]

Workplace sexual harassment is one of the most underreported safety violations in America. A wave of disturbing new accounts from Capitol Hill — the very institution that writes the nation’s workplace protection laws — makes that reality impossible to ignore. According to a June 2026 CNN investigation, more than a dozen current and former female […]

Ask most parents whether they’ve talked to their kids about what to do in a fire, and the answer is usually yes. Ask whether they’ve walked every route, unlocked every window, designated a meeting spot outside, and run a drill at night — and the answer almost always changes. Having mentioned fire safety is not […]

E-bikes and electric motorcycles have exploded in popularity across the United States — and so have the injuries. What started as a convenient, eco-friendly transportation option has quietly grown into one of the most urgent public safety challenges facing communities from coast to coast. Parents, riders, and local officials alike are grappling with the same […]

When families separate, the courts face one of their most critical responsibilities: determining custody arrangements that protect children while respecting parental rights. Beginning in 2024 and stretching to this year, legislators across the United States have recognized that traditional approaches to family law often failed to adequately safeguard children, particularly in cases involving domestic violence, […]