Getting Out of an Abusive Relationship
Getting out of an abusive relationship can be incredibly difficult for many reasons. If you or someone you love is the victim of abuse, you need to seek legal counsel from attorneys who understand New Jersey’s domestic violence laws. At the law firm of TW Family Law, with an office in Freehold, NJ, our attorney understands how frightening and destructive these situations can become. We will do everything in our power to protect you and your loved ones during this time. Contact our law office online or call (732) 637-5044 to schedule a consultation.
Signs of an Abusive Relationship
The signs of an abusive relationship vary greatly and may be subtle at first. This can make it hard to identify until the violence has escalated. The relationship may be abusive and you should take the necessary steps to remove yourself and any children from the situation as soon as possible if you are experiencing:
Physical abuse, such as striking, choking, physical restraints, or the threat to do so
Intimidation with knives, firearms, blunt objects, or any other weapon
Threatening harm to any children or threatening to take them away
Threatening to harm or kill family pets
Pressure to participate in uncomfortable or unwanted sexual acts
Demanding control of or access to communication, including phone calls, texts, social media, emails, internet access, and more
Discouraging the victim from seeing or having contact with family or friends
The signs of an abusive relationship vary greatly and may be subtle at first. This can make it hard to identify until the violence has escalated.
Removing Yourself from an Abusive Situation
If you are being abused, you need to remove yourself from the situation as soon as possible. If children are involved and are at risk, remove them immediately. The New Jersey Office of Victim Witness Advocacy can help victims leave abusive relationships.
You and your child should seek shelter in a safe place where your abuser cannot find you. Hotels and domestic violence shelters are a good option. If you stay with a friend or relative, it is better to stay with someone the abuser does not know.
Once you are safe, call the police and then contact TW Family Law. The police will take a statement from you, collect evidence, and file a police report. Our attorney will handle any legal proceedings that follow and will work with the police to keep you safe.
How a Domestic Violence Attorney Can Help You
If you have been physically abused or have received threats of abuse from your partner, our attorney can help. Our first priority will be your immediate safety. We can then provide you with ongoing assistance throughout the family law proceedings. We will obtain a restraining or protective order. Because domestic violence can impact other areas of family law like alimony, palimony, or child support, our attorneys will address these issues as they arise.
Call TW Family Law Right Away
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