Domestic violence affects many lives, creating a cycle of fear and control that can be hard to break. If you are in an abusive relationship, planning your exit with care is crucial for your safety and well-being. Here are steps to take before leaving. Have a safety...
Security cameras come in all shapes and sizes. They have also become cheaper and more accessible. It can be tempting to install one at home to help gather evidence for a divorce or domestic violence case. Unfortunately, installing security cameras – even inside your...
Every year, millions of families are torn apart by domestic violence and abuse. In the United States alone, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men have suffered severe physical violence from their intimate...
Abusive and toxic households are, unfortunately, prevalent in many communities. Children in these environments often witness or experience physical, emotional and mental abuse. These experiences can have lasting effects on their well-being and development. Some of...
When talking about domestic violence, it may often conjure images of bruises and physicality. But a far more insidious form of abuse exists – one that leaves no physical marks but leaves scars on the person nonetheless. If you're in a marriage with someone who...
Domestic violence greatly affects victims even after separating from their abusers and initiating divorce. If you are a domestic abuse victim facing divorce, your worries and fear may cloud your decisions and you may find yourself uncertain of your next move....
Domestic violence involves a cruel pattern of abusive behavior used by an individual to gain or maintain control over another person with whom they live. Victims of domestic violence can feel powerless against their abuser. As a victim, you know the best thing for you...
When a marriage ends, it's not just the couple affected. Changes in their family structure also deeply impact children. In Colorado, the law prioritizes the child's best interests above all else, especially concerning parenting time after a divorce. The state...
With its benefits, such as cost-effectiveness and confidentiality, mediation has become a popular alternative method to settle divorce issues. However, this process does not work for all cases. For instance, divorce mediation may not be effective or advisable in...
Domestic violence is divorce’s darkest side. As though the abusive emotional, psychological and sexual behavioral patterns are not distressing enough, studies show that the physical impact can lead to fatal consequences. Severe domestic or “intimate partner violence”...
