During the Covid 19 shutdown, calls to police and domestic abuse hotlines have exploded across the country. With abusers home 24/7, many victims of
Reasons for Divorce: Infidelity, Substance Abuse and Domestic Violence
According to a recent study, the most common “final straw” reasons for divorce include infidelity, substance abuse and domestic violence. In fact,
Court’s Skepticism Over Domestic Violence is Risky Business
A nationwide study has emerged indicating that courts are excessively skeptical of abuse claims made by women in contested custody cases, which could
Badmouthing Could Result in the Loss of Parenting Time
When Illinois courts make parenting time and responsibility determinations the most important consideration is the best interests of the children.
Fighting a Temporary Restraining Order
As a community, we want to protect victims of domestic abuse and children. Child protection and domestic violence services and investigations are
Signs of Domestic Violence & Abuse
When it comes to domestic violence, women are victimized the most. Victims of violence and abuse are often in denial or just hope things will get
Illinois Mandates Domestic Abuse Training for Salon Employees
Of the 4,700,00 women who are abused by a partner each year, only 34 percent seek medical attention and only 25 percent report the abuse to
Court Orders for Protection Against Domestic Violence
Sometimes marriages are toxic and you and your children may be victimized by an abusive spouse. You may have come to the point where you are ready to
NFL’s Domestic Abuse Allegations Point to Larger Problem
NFL Player Ray Rice’s domestic abuse charges have been covered in detail in the media. His delivery of an incapacitating punch to his then fiancée