Overview:

Domestic Violence or Domestic Abuse occurs when a spouse or a family member attempts to physically or psychologically dominate another. Domestic violence is a type of abuse that involves injuring someone; usually a spouse or partner, but it can also be a parent, child or other family member. Domestic Abuse is a serious problem, which cause injuries to the women ages from 15 to 45 years. It is hard to know the exact facts and figures about domestic abuse as mostly people considers it as a private affair and do not report it.


Forms of Abuse:


Domestic Abuse can take different forms, which include;

• Direct and indirect physical Abuse:
  Direct physical violence ranges from unwanted physical contact to rape and murder; whereas, indirect physical violence may include damage to objects, striking or throwing objects near the victim.



• Sexual Abuse and Incest:
  Sexual abuse and incest can be divided into different types: First, use of physical force to compel a person to engage in a sexual act against his/her consent, it is considered as an abuse whether the act is completed or not. In second category, an attempted or executed sex act which involves a person who is unable to understand the nature of the act or not in a position to show his/her willingness for sexual action due to his/her immaturity, illness, disability, the influence of drugs and because of threats or pressure.



• Emotional or Psychological Abuse:
  Emotional or Psychological abuse is characterized by a person exposing another to such a behavior that is psychologically hurtful. Psychological abuse includes threat, humiliation, bodily gestures and other verbal or nonverbal conduct.



• Economic Abuse:
  Economic abuse occurs when victim completely rely on abuser’s financial resources. This involves putting the victim on a strict allowance and forcing the victim to beg for the money until the abuser gives them some money. It also includes preventing the victim from completing education or getting employment.

Some Facts about Domestic Violence:


According to a National Violence against Women Survey, 22 % of women are physically assaulted by a partner or dating partner during their lifetime and about 5.3 million partners are victimized in the hands of other partner each year in U.S. Nearly 25 % of women have been raped or physically assaulted by an intimate partner during their lives. 15.4 % of gay men, 11.4 % of lesbians and 7.7 % of heterosexual men, are assaulted by a date or intimate partner during their lives. More than 1 million women and 371,000 men are stalked by partners each year.


Response to Domestic Violence:


First, it is important for the victim to get away from the aggressor. Victim should go to some a safe place or seek the assistance of a friend or a neighbor. Victim should immediately contact to police in case of Domestic Abuse. Experienced attorneys at Lawyer’s Area can help you through the criminal prosecution of the abuser. It is highly recommended that a victim of domestic violence should never try to "go it alone” because usually an abusive person have an aggressive, dominant personality that is both manipulative and controlling. The victim of domestic abuse is often very vulnerable and can be persuaded from attempting to obtain assistance. Outside assistance is often essential in protecting a victim of domestic violence.


Choosing an Attorney:


Many people use the wrong attorney, as they use services of the family law attorney. However, in Domestic Abuse Lawsuits you need an attorney who specializes in family law focused on domestic abuse. Domestic Abuse can impact your life for decades to come. Don't risk your future – or your life– by trying to go it alone. Contact an experienced Domestic Abuse Attorney at Lawyer’s Area to get credible legal advice.