How To Seek Support for Domestic Violence?

The police documented more than 85,000 domestic violence occurrences throughout the UK during the first few weeks of quarantine due to coronavirus in March 2020, making staying at home a risky choice for many.

Domestic violence can take many various forms, including financial, sexual, physical, emotional, and psychological, and it generally worsens with time if not addressed. If you are a victim of domestic violence, several agencies may help you. Here’s how you can look for help.

How to Seek Help?

Men and women can both be a victim of physical or mental abuse from their partners. If you’re undergoing domestic abuse, you must first share it with the person you can trust. It can be a friend, doctor, family member, lawyer, or co-worker.

Concerned friends, family members, or a victim themselves can get free and confidential guidance and help, which is available 24/7. If you reside in England, call Refuge’s National Domestic Abuse Helpline at 0808 2000 247, or you can also chat online. The Men’s Advice Line is another agency UK-wide that helps and supports male victims. You can call them on0808 801 0327.

How the Court or Family Solicitors Can Help?

The Family Law Act of 1996 allows a victim of domestic violence to seek a court injunction to protect him or herself from further harm. An injunction is a form of a court order that prohibits or forces an abuser to do certain things, such as leaving the residence.

There are two types of court orders for domestic abuse:

Occupation Order – it specifies who is allowed to reside in the marital home. This directs an abuser to either remain away or leave the residence.

Non-Molestation Order – it shields a victim of domestic violence and any children involved from assault. This order prohibits an abuser from approaching the residential property within a particular distance.

Get Help Making a Court Order for Domestic Abuse

If you are a victim of domestic abuse, it is time to speak up and seek help to protect you and your children. Get help from the Wembley Solicitors. We have highly experienced domestic violence solicitors and family law solicitors in London that can help you find justice.

We also offer legal advice for child custody, property-related insolvency, personal injury claims, and UK immigration.

Email us at info@wembleysolicitors.com or call us now at 020 3417 3700 and talk to our friendly lawyer for more details.