Escaping Domestic Abuse

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Domestic abuse is far more prevalent than most people realize, and an experienced family attorney frequently witnesses how hard it is for victims to acknowledge that they are actually in an abusive relationship. If you have suffered from domestic violence or emotional abuse and need a divorce, turn to The Law Office of Elizabeth A. Hill in Lexington, KY. Their compassionate staff will guide you through the process every step of the way.

Here are three tips for escaping an abusive relationship:

Acknowledge That You Are A Victim: People tend to downplay both physical and emotional abuse as a kind of coping mechanism, and they will try to convince themselves that it’s not that bad. If you are the victim of abuse, the first step to getting help

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