Are you or a loved one a victim of domestic violence? No one should ever have to live in fear. If an intimate partner or family member has harmed you or a loved one and you fear for your safety, it is important to call an experienced domestic violence attorney like Kendall Gkikas & Mitchell, LLP right away. A domestic violence attorney can help you put legal protections in place to help keep you or a loved one safe.
What qualifies as domestic violence?
Many people do not know what actually qualifies as domestic violence. Some, think it only applies if an intimate partner like a spouse, boyfriend, or girlfriend, physically assaults you. However, domestic violence can come in many forms, including:
- Physical abuse
- Threats of violence
- Harassment
- Mental abuse
- Sexual abuse
- Child abuse
- Spousal abuse
- Other forms of abuse
In addition, domestic violence does not only refer to intimate partners. Other people can perpetrate domestic violence. Examples of such persons include:
- Spouses or registered domestic partners
- Ex-spouses
- Current or former dating partners
- The other parent of your child
- Close relatives (by blood or marriage)
How can a family law attorney help?
If you or a loved one is a victim of domestic violence, it is important to act right away. A domestic violence attorney can help secure immediate protection from your abuser by filing for an emergency protective order. They can also help you seek a longer, 21-day temporary restraining order, a permanent restraining order that lasts for up to 5 years. If your abuse is at the hands of an intimate partner, they can also help you file for divorce or separation.
If you are a victim of domestic violence, contact Kendall Gkikas & Mitchell, LLP for assistance right away!
If you or a loved one are the victims of domestic violence, you need assistance right away. The compassionate attorneys at Kendall Gkikas & Mitchell, LLP are here to help with your case. We can file for a restraining order and help you or a loved one get the protection necessary. Do not hesitate to reach out and seek help. Give us a call today at 909-482-1422 to schedule a consultation.
To learn more about the reliable and quality family law services that we offer, visit us on the web at Kendall Gkikas & Mitchell, LLP.
