Blog Category | Domestic violence

Often, spouses agree that going their separate ways is for the best. In these circumstances, it can be more simple to settle divorce negotiations. Unfortunately, this isn’t always how it works out. The divorce may be more contentious, with spouses being unable to see eye to eye. There have even...

Your partner calls the police on you during a fight or your neighbors overhear something and they call the cops. All of a sudden, you find yourself sitting in jail and facing charges of domestic violence. You probably don’t like the idea of going to court because of the embarrassment...

Most domestic violence accusations are real. That said, just as with anything else, people can and will lie about it. They make up stories, stretch facts, invent new “facts” or even tell a blatant lie with the hope that no one can prove they are lying. In some cases, it...

Being in an abusive relationship can mean needing to daily make decisions about what is safest for you, as well as any children that you might share with your spouse. Leaving can be one of the most dangerous times for those who experience domestic violence, so it is only natural...

People get divorced for many reasons, and only a fraction of divorce cases in the modern world stem from abuse or domestic violence. Spouses growing apart, infidelity and even health issues are more common reasons for someone to file a divorce. Domestic violence claims can quickly complicate an otherwise straightforward...