Author: Sarah Dargatz

These materials summarize recent cases dealing with family violence under the Family Law Act and the Divorce Act. They also explore cases of contact resistance (i.e. “alienation”) and situations involving PAFVA/restraining orders. Lastly, caselaw is considered on the emerging tort of family violence.

This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Addressing Family Violence in Chambers program in Edmonton on November 25, 2022.