Domestic Violence

Stereotypes are almost always problematic, but they are also hard to avoid. Many people hold to these even without making a conscious effort to do so. It’s just the way they think and they believe it is correct and accurate.  For instance, researchers have found that...

Interpersonal relationships can easily become messy. People who have intense feelings toward one another can sometimes become angry or aggressive, especially when they decide to end their relationship.  Spouses dealing with the decline of their marital relationship...

The line between a standard assault charge and domestic violence can be unclear. The implications are important because, besides the potential criminal penalties, domestic violence charges also expose you to being subjected to an order of protection. When an...

Have you ever had an argument with your spouse over something silly? Did it get a little out of hand, but no real harm came from it? Maybe time passed after the argument, and your spouse decided to file for a divorce for unrelated reasons. That's all fairly common,...

If you're accused of abusing your partner, wife, husband or other person you're in a relationship with, you could face charges for domestic violence. While many of these charges are not fair, the police have no choice but to carry out their duties and separate the...

Domestic abuse is an important topic to discuss, because it's often misunderstood. While many people believe that domestic abuse is only when someone is physically hurt by their spouse or partner, the reality is that abuse takes many forms. Domestic violence is...

As you probably know, domestic violence is a problem in many homes in America. If you were accused of causing violence in your home, this can lead to serious charges and penalties. The reality is that you are not alone when it comes to facing charges for domestic...

There is nothing quite as shocking as being falsely accused of abusing another person. What was an innocent argument between spouses could become the center of allegations just because your spouse wants to put you on the spot or protect their own interests when they...

When people talk about abuse, they usually think about physical abuse. The reality is that a person can be charged with domestic violence for anything from emotional abuse to physical violence. Emotional abuse is sometimes more significant than physical violence in...

Domestic violence isn't just physical. It can be verbal, too. Allegations of verbal abuse can be damaging to your reputation, even if they end up proving untrue. As someone with your professional future in mind, it's vital that you protect yourself regardless of the...