Who is an Intimate Partner?
When starting a relationship with a significant other, most individuals never think about the possibility of violence entering the relationship. Intimate partner violence is a very serious issue and whether it involves a spouse, a fiancé, or a boyfriend or girlfriend, it can be extremely detrimental to one’s physical and emotional health and safety. The Federal Bureau of Investigation reported that in 2001, 1,300 individuals were murdered by an intimate partner. Though not all acts of intimate partner violent go this far, these violent actions can be life-altering.
If you have been the victim of physical, emotional, or sexual abuse by an intimate partner, the time to act is now. Contact the Fort Lauderdale domestic violence lawyers of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A., at 954-580-8080 today to discuss your legal options with an experienced attorney. We can fight to help you get the safety and protection that you need and deserve.
Who is an Intimate Partner?
Unfortunately, it is the people you feel you can trust the most that can, in some instances, cause the most harm. The Department of Justice reported that nearly 25 percent of women will be abused by an intimate partner at some point in their lifetimes. There are many forms of abuse, ranging from physical to emotional to financial, and none of these are excusable. The term “intimate partner” can apply to any of the following:
- Spouses
- Former Spouses
- Cohabitants
- Boyfriend or Girlfriend
If you are suffering from intimate partner violence, it is important to act now and do everything you can to protect yourself from your abuser.
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For more information on getting protection from your abuser, contact the Fort Lauderdale domestic violence lawyers of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A., at 954-580-8080 for a free consultation.
