Domestic Violence

Knowing how orders of protection work with married couples can be lifesaving in a dangerous situation. If there is any abuse or a threat of abuse between married couples, one spouse could request an order of protection that keeps him or her safe from the other spouse. If you are the victim of

Unfortunately, many Illinois families are affected by domestic violence every year. The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence reported over 100,000 domestic violence cases in the state of Illinois in 2006. A spouse, common-law spouse or ex-spouse committed more than half of those crimes. A