Domestic violence is considered to be a cycle of violence that involves physical and psychological abuse that occurs between people who are in an intimate relationship, such as if the individuals involved are married, living together, or even just dating in Illinois...
How to respond to a possible restraining order
If an individual is facing allegations of domestic abuse, that person may be subject to a restraining order. However, being subject to such an order doesn't actually mean that a person has done anything wrong. Those who feel as if they have been unfairly accused of a...
Defending against domestic violence charges
In the past, the authorities did not take domestic violence seriously. In many cases, police would not even arrest an abuser unless officers witnessed the abuse with their own eyes. But, since most acts of domestic violence take place behind doors, with only abuser...