Conflict is inevitable, but combat is optional.
To secure a New Jersey restraining order or have the state prosecute a domestic abuser, evidence is necessary. If police officers don’t arrest an abuser because someone calls them about an altercation, the victim may need to prove that abuse occurred to protect...
People fleeing abusive relationships may stay in domestic violence shelters. They may rent a room in a different neighborhood where they can avoid their spouse throughout the divorce. They may live temporarily with friends or family. Domestic violence tends to...
Leaving an abusive relationship can feel scary. Many people in New Jersey hesitate to leave because they fear what might happen next. Creating a safety plan helps you prepare, stay safe and find the right support when you decide to go. What a safety plan includes A...
Domestic violence is one of the most common reasons that people divorce. Those experiencing physical violence, emotional abuse and even financial abuse may choose to leave a situation that is unsafe. Unfortunately, the act of leaving is dangerous in its own right....
Many people feel anxious about protecting themselves as they prepare to leave an abusive marriage, as abuse often escalates during the dissolution of a relationship. People may also worry about leaving their children alone with someone who has demonstrated abusive...
Domestic violence is one of the major factors leading to the breakdown of marriages. However, most people only associate domestic violence with the physical aspect, overlooking other equally damaging forms of abuse that can happen within intimate relationships. In...
Suppose you’ve been enduring domestic violence in your marriage; you may be relieved by the fact that your partner hardly ever targets the children. Unfortunately, this is no cause for relief because your children can be affected by the violence as long as they...
Yes, domestic violence is absolutely grounds for divorce in New Jersey. Suppose you’re experiencing domestic violence in your marriage; you should know that you have legal options. The state recognizes domestic violence as a serious issue and provides protection for...
Abuse can occur in numerous forms, and sadly, it happens in many marriages. Nobody should have to put up with abuse, whether it be financial, emotional or physical. If your spouse has become abusive, then you’re likely looking for a way out. This sounds much easier...