There are special considerations that go into pursuing divorce when spousal abuse is involved.
If you are living with an abusive spouse or domestic partner, you may feel very alone, afraid, and powerless. You may feel responsible or ashamed about what’s happening, concerned or convinced that your partner’s behavior is somehow your fault. You may be overwhelmed or even unsure whether what you’re experiencing is abuse. Here are…
By Debra Schoenberg As cities across the U.S. enforce stay at home orders, domestic violence hotlines are seeing a surge in the number of calls for help. According to news reports, San Francisco’s District Attorney’s office reported a 60% increase of victims referred to its Victim’s Services Division during the first week of the…
