Florida domestic violence victims may feel fearful when trying to divorce an abusive spouse. However, the legal system has recourse for victims and allows spouses to seek protective orders. This type of order could allow the spouse the freedom to go through the divorce process without fear of repercussions because it can act as a deterrent against the abuser. Seeking the help of a knowledgeable party could help abused spouses end their marriages without the threat of domestic violence.
Financial plans imperative in Florida domestic violence situation
Florida spouses currently living in a domestic violence situation should pay attention to their financial situation, especially when attempting to leave a marriage. New reports show that one in four women will be the victim of domestic violence at least once in their lifetime. Financial instability can be a major factor for women in a violent marriage.
Florida domestic violence: Woman leaves husband over Facebook
Domestic violence can affect any Florida resident and is often a crime that goes unreported. Abused spouses have legal options available to them to escape such marriages and can request protection through the courts. Often, they can receive restraining orders or other legal help that could prevent the other party from contacting them. One woman involved in a domestic violence encounter with her husband has stated that she will soon be leaving her marriage.
Florida court rules woman's actions not domestic violence
A case making headlines in Florida raises an interesting question. A woman has been accused of domestic violence after she allegedly hacked into her husband's email account and changed the man's password so he could no longer access it. A judge in a lower court stated the woman's behavior constituted cyber stalking, and a domestic violence injunction was issued against her.
Report: Asian-Americans least likely to report domestic violence
In Florida and the rest of the nation, domestic violence in a relationship can be difficult to talk about and even more difficult to escape from. For those who are married, reporting domestic violence can come at a high cost, so many choose to stay in a marriage. While many people of all backgrounds can be victims of domestic violence, one group in particular appears to suffer in silence. A new study shows that Asian-Americans rarely get help for domestic violence and often do not report their abusers to police. While there is help available in these situations, making the choice to seek help can be a very hard decision to make.
Divorcing Native American women seek domestic violence protection
When Florida women embroiled in a divorce are the victims of domestic violence, it can be difficult to go through the process without the fear of reprisal or caving in to what the abusive spouse wants. However, there are other women out there who do not have the same protections that others do within the United States. Currently, Native American women are beginning to fight back against husbands who have committed domestic violence during their marriages.
Florida divorce turns ugly after domestic violence incident
A divorce proceeding turned ugly last year after a man attacked his wife. Deputies were forced to subdue the man with a stun gun after pulling him off of her. The man has been charged with aggravated battery in the domestic violence case. He has pleaded no-contest to the charge, likely hoping the judge will be lenient during his sentencing hearing.
Rubio staffer arrested for domestic battery in Fort Lauderdale
A Lee County man was arrested on Jan. 20 for a domestic violence battery charge, accused of rolling his wife up in a carpet and beating her. The man, the Southwest Florida regional director for U.S. Senator Marco Rubio, resigned from his position after being placed on administrative leave pending an internal investigation into the incident. Deputies showed up at the man's home after a 911 call by his wife. After arriving, they noticed the woman was distraught and her elbow was injured and spotted with dried blood.
Domestic abuse haunts Florida
A recent article discusses the horrible domestic abuse matters that have struck two Florida counties in 2012. "It does seem like we're having these horrific cases every week," said the president of a local Fort Lauderdale crisis center. The spokesperson added, "Crime may be down, but domestic violence is up. And the incidents are more lethal."
Miami domestic violence victims lobby for unemployment benefits
For many people, domestic violence does not exist solely in the home. Abusers who are especially controlling follow their victims around, threatening them and sometimes others. One place that can be particularly frightening for domestic abuse victims is the workplace.
