Domestic violence can tear families apart and leave lasting scars. It can manifest in various forms, from physical abuse to emotional manipulation and threats. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, you are not alone. Here’s what you should know...
Domestic Violence
Understanding a domestic violence protection order
If your partner or another family member accuses you of domestic violence, he or she may request a protection order. Following the terms of this order can help you avoid further charges. Review the details of domestic violence protection orders in Nebraska if you face...
What happens if someone files an order of protection against you?
Domestic violence accusations carry significant weight. If someone has made them against you, they will likely come along with an order of protection. This order enforces distance between you and your accuser over a set period. Yet, if you believe their allegations...
The relationship between summer and domestic violence
Researchers are attempting to find out if domestic violence is more likely to occur in Nebraska and elsewhere during the summer. One representative from the Spouse Abuse, Sexual Assault Crisis Center said that this is likely happening as there tends to be more people...
The difficulties of leaving an abusive marriage
Nebraska residents may not be aware of just how serious of a public health problem domestic violence can be. In fact, across the country, it is estimated that a woman is assaulted every nine seconds. Further, it is estimated that 1 in 3 individuals experienced...
Domestic abuse and gun control laws
Gun control advocates in Nebraska may soon see people who have been convicted of domestic violence crimes subject to restrictive gun control legislation. The fallout from a high school shooting in Florida may result in the passage of bills that will make state laws...
Attitudes toward domestic abuse common in all fields
Although first responders in Nebraska and around the country are tasked with helping domestic abuse victims, they may actually make victims feel worse about their circumstances. To see what their attitudes toward domestic violence were, 403 EMTs took a survey...
Abuse takes many forms
There are many ways in which Nebraska residents may be abused by a partner or spouse. The most well-known form is physical abuse, which can include hitting, slapping or strangling another person. In some cases, physical abuse entails the damaging of personal property...
