Domestic Violence & Child Abuse

Domestic violence has many names and aspects, but it is generally considered when a family member, partner, or ex-partner attempts to dominate another by any means.

Domestic violence includes:

Intimate Partner (spousal) abuse
Child Abuse
Elder Abuse
Family violence

Statistics show an annual rate of 960,000 - 3 Million cased of reported domestic violence. Many experts agree this is only one-third of the actual number of cases that occur.

Nor does domestic violence occur in limited portions of society. The cycle of abuse happens throughout the world and all walks of life. It can happen to anyone at any time. Domestic violence is no longer considered a gender biased occurrence. New statistics show no difference in domestic violence occurrences between men and women.

If you are a victim of domestic abuse, please seek immediate medical and legal help. A family lawyer can help you with restraining and protective orders and other legal issues involved in removing you from the abusive situation.

Family law attorneys work on behalf of the best interests of their clients. You needs someone looking out for you in such an emotional, frightening, and even dangerous situation. You shouldn't face domestic violence alone.

Child Abuse

Approximately 900,000 children are victims of some form of child abuse each year resulting in 1,500 deaths. 79% of those children who died as a result of child abuse were under the age of four.

Child abuse encompasses a wide range of maltreatment including:

physical abuse
neglect
sexual abuse
emotional abuse
other forms of abuse

Children who are abused as children are statistically at risk for other downward spirals. 79% are likely to abuse their own children. They're also 30% more likely to commit a violent crime. 80% of children have psychological disorders including clinical depression and post-traumatic stress syndrome.

You don't have to be part of the cycle. There is treatment and help for victims of child abuse. Child abuse can happen to anyone in any country or any economic and social level.

If someone in your family is or has been a victim of child abuse, there are steps you can take. A family law attorney can advise you on protective or restraining orders. A local family lawyer knows your state-specific criteria for investigation into possible termination of parental rights.

You shouldn't face an abusive situation alone. There is legal help. Contact a family law attorney near you today.