Domestic Assault
Lawyer
Domestic Violence/Domestic Abuse
Divorce Attorneys
When you’re dealing with domestic violence or abuse, it is vital to work with a domestic assault lawyer. Legal representation can help you avoid danger by putting the right legal protections in place.
What is domestic violence/domestic abuse?
Domestic violence/domestic abuse refers to physical harm, bodily injury, sexual abuse and also psychological/emotional abuse. Texas domestic violence cases would typically involve any of the following people:
Spouses. Whether currently married or former spouses even if they no longer live together- Parents. Couples who have had children together whether married or not
- Cohabitants. People living together or who in the past lived together
- Dating partners. Whether dating in the past or currently dating
- Family members. Parents, children, stepparents, stepchildren, children, grandparents, grandchildren, foster children and foster parents, siblings
What are common types of domestic violence or abuse?
There are different types of family violence or abuse, which can involve one or more of the following:
- Physical abuse. Physical actions such as hitting, kicking, slapping, choking, burning or harming with a weapon are forms of domestic violence. Also, another form of abuse is not letting the person seek medical treatment.
- Sexual abuse. Another type of physical abuse, sexual abuse can involve sexually exploiting a partner or forcing them to engage in sex. In addition to abusing a spouse, it can include sexual abuse of children or other family members.
- Psychological or emotional abuse. Examples include name-calling, yelling, insulting the partner, continual criticism, treating the partner like they’re inferior, gaslighting to make the partner doubt their reality, controlling what the partner says or who they talk to, along with isolating them from family or friends. This abuse lowers the victim’s self-esteem and tries to make them feel powerless.
- Digital abuse. Using digital technology to control or harass a partner. It can take the form of cyberbullying, sending threatening messages, tracking the partner’s location, and demanding access to their online accounts or electronic devices.
- Financial abuse. Examples of financial abuse include making false accusations about a spouse to their employer, preventing them from furthering their education, misusing or stealing their property or money, withholding shared financial resources from them, and preventing them from becoming financially independent.
- Stalking. Behavior that qualifies as stalking includes surveillance or following someone (repeatedly driving by their home, workplace or school), harassing contact (repeated texting, phoning, emails or messaging on social media), or appearing at locations where the partner goes (such as school, restaurant, gyms).
What are common types of domestic violence or abuse?
There are different types of family violence or abuse, which can involve one or more of the following:
- Physical abuse. Physical actions such as hitting, kicking, slapping, choking, burning or harming with a weapon are forms of domestic violence. Also, another form of abuse is not letting the person seek medical treatment.
- Sexual abuse. Another type of physical abuse, sexual abuse can involve sexually exploiting a partner or forcing them to engage in sex. In addition to abusing a spouse, it can include sexual abuse of children or other family members.
- Psychological or emotional abuse. Examples include name-calling, yelling, insulting the partner, continual criticism, treating the partner like they’re inferior, gaslighting to make the partner doubt their reality, controlling what the partner says or who they talk to, along with isolating them from family or friends. This abuse lowers the victim’s self-esteem and tries to make them feel powerless.
- Digital abuse. Using digital technology to control or harass a partner. It can take the form of cyberbullying, sending threatening messages, tracking the partner’s location, and demanding access to their online accounts or electronic devices.
- Financial abuse. Examples of financial abuse include making false accusations about a spouse to their employer, preventing them from furthering their education, misusing or stealing their property or money, withholding shared financial resources from them, and preventing them from becoming financially independent.
- Stalking. Behavior that qualifies as stalking includes surveillance or following someone (repeatedly driving by their home, workplace or school), harassing contact (repeated texting, phoning, emails or messaging on social media), or appearing at locations where the partner goes (such as school, restaurant, gyms).
How can a domestic assault attorney help you
deal with these issues?
If you are experiencing family violence while you are going through divorce, there are legal actions we might be able to take on your behalf. Filing for a protective order is one such action. Also, we might be able to request an expedited resolution that allows the court to finalize your divorce sooner than it ordinarily does. We can discuss what factors might enable the court to do this. In addition, if you are requesting spousal maintenance, the court often takes domestic violence into account. It also often considers a history of domestic violence when rendering decisions on property division.
Find out more about legal representation to deal with domestic violence or abuse
If your spouse or ex-spouse is assaulting or abusing you, it is vital to get legal protection as soon as possible. We will listen carefully to your concerns and discuss the details of your situation. It is our goal to devise the most effective legal strategies and apply them to your issues. In addition, if you are being falsely accused of domestic violence, we can help. We’re glad to answer any questions you might have
Call 940.566.0606 to schedule an appointment.
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DTX Family Law
525 S. Locust Street, Ste. 100
Denton Texas 76201
Phone: 940.566.0606