Domestic violence is violence that occurs in any “domestic relationship”. (i.e. between sexual partners, family members or people who live or have lived together).  Domestic Violence occurs when one person causes bodily injury, sexually assaults, threatens, harasses, destroys personal property or disturbs the peace of another.  Domestic Violence can occurs in families of all social or ethnic backgrounds.  Victims can be men, women and children.
 
When domestic violence involves children, these instances of abuse are especially troubling because they can inflict mental scars which can last for life. If you or your children are suffering from domestic violence, Attorney Lorri M. Thompson can file an order of protection (restraining order) immediately, and she can direct you to social service and counseling professionals to help you deal with the negative emotional effects of your experience.  Contact us to schedule a free half hour initial consultation with a South Bay domestic violence attorney.