The YWCA’s “Week Without Violence” wrapped up over the weekend, a global movement to end violence against women and children. Every year in October, a week is set aside to acknowledge victims of violence by sharing events, information and personal stories while reaching out to local, state and federal agencies with the common goal of…Read More
Invisible Injuries of Domestic Violence
What researchers have learned from combat soldiers and football players and car-accident victims is only now making its way into the domestic-violence community: that the poor recall, the recanting, the changing details, along with other markers, like anxiety, hyper-vigilance, and headaches, can all be signs of traumatic brain injury inflicted at the hands of an…Read More
Domestic Abuse Peaks During Holidays
Unfortunately, every year there is an increase in domestic abuse around the holidays. People are spending more time together and sometimes there are disagreements that lead to violence, particularly against women and children. Last year around this time, Rock Island County in Illinois reported a spike in domestic response calls and a increase in the…Read More
New Law Helps Victims of Domestic Violence
As the new year approaches, many Illinois laws will take effect January 1, 2016. One law will aid those trying to escape situations of domestic violence. Sponsored by State Senator Steve Stadelman, the law gives victims up to 60 days to pay initial deposits on gas, electric and water bills at a new apartment or…Read More
Temporary Order for Custody Illinois Divorce
After you have initiated a divorce, the process can sometimes take months to conclude. Concerns regarding the custody of the children, shared bank accounts and who will reside in the family home after a split sometimes require immediate attention. When couples separate, important issues are often resolved for the short term in a brief hearing…Read More
Former Judge Sentenced for Domestic Abuse
Domestic violence can happen to anyone regardless of race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or gender. Domestic violence affects people of all socioeconomic backgrounds and education levels. According to the National Coalition of Domestic Violence, nearly 10 million people are physically abused by a partner annually. 1 in 15 children are exposed to intimate partner violence…Read More
NFL to Back Domestic Violence Ad
In an effort to underscore the league’s stance against domestic violence, the National Football League is backing a television spot for an organization working to combat domestic violence and sexual assault. The commercial features a woman talking to a 911 operator, pretending to order a pizza in an attempt to get help in a domestic abuse…Read More
