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→Some examples of family violence
A lot depends on the specific facts of the case, however, and evidence is very important. In ''[http://canlii.ca/t/g1rsc J.R.E. v. 07-----8 B.C. Ltd.]'', 2013 BCSC 2038, the court held that taking an insistent and even inflexible position in post-separation negotiations did not in that case equate to emotional or psychological abuse. And courts take a dim view of family violence claims if they are brought with other motivations. In ''[http://canlii.ca/t/g2zjp L.S. v. G.S.]'', 2014 BCSC 187, the court said:
<blockquote>"More important, there is no evidence that the children have suffered any physical or emotional harm as a result of the claimant’s conduct. The provisions in the ''FLA'' relating to family violence are intended to address a serious social issue and to protect children and spouses from actual harm or danger. Their meaning and application should not be stretched to the point they become just another weapon in a largely financial war between the parties. " </blockquote>
===Using the ''Family Law Act'' for protection===