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Recent news 10/29/2024

Breaking the Silence: A Call to Action for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

In 1989, Congress officially designated October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Connecting and unifying the millions of Americans who suffer domestic violence gives strength and support to the victims and brings awareness to the programs that support them. By amplifying domestic violence survivors' voices, we can share local up-to-date resources, bringing our communities closer to being free from abuse and violence. Be an advocate every month, and take a stand with us. If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, reach out to us for a confidential consultation. We will work tirelessly to hold perpetrators accountable and are committed to supporting survivors. Let’s face these challenges together. 

Understanding the Impact: The Invisible Scars of Domestic Violence

October, being domestic violence awareness month, is a yearly call to action for us to take a stand to help those in our communities. It is a time to reflect on the lives lost to abuse and to reach out to survivors with support and resources to make an impact on their journeys to safety, healing, and empowerment. Domestic violence has a sobering and silent impact on our communities and families. This month also serves as a reminder that the scars of domestic violence impact survivors for the rest of their lives. 

At Schlachman, Belsky, Weiner & Davey, P.A., our legal team understands the profound trauma that domestic violence survivors live with, and it’s essential to recognize and address these effects to provide comprehensive support and pursue justice. 

The long-term effects of domestic violence can include:

  • Emotional Trauma: Suffering PTSD, depression, anxiety, and intense feelings of fear, shame or guilt can impact the overall wellbeing of domestic abuse survivors for years. These emotional wounds can persist, impacting their lives, relationships, and sense of self-worth.
  • Physical Health: Lasting health problems from the physical injuries of domestic violence can leave survivors suffering for years, and as their physical health suffers, it can trigger emotional trauma over and over.
  • Financial Costs: The financial strain and burden that domestic violence survivors are often overlooked, but as they continue on their journeys of health and safety, they continue to incur medical costs for things like medical expenses, therapy costs, and lost wages.
  • Legal Implications: Legal support and advocacy are essential to ensuring that domestic violence victims become survivors. Pursuing justice against their perpetrators, navigating the legal system, or even pursuing compensation claims can be difficult and oftentimes dangerous. 

Our experienced attorneys are here to provide confidential legal representation to help survivors navigate the legal process with sensitivity and respect.

The Power of Awareness: Empowering Survivors and Breaking the Stigma

When domestic violence awareness was first observed, it was called a national “day of unity” and considered a way to unite advocates across the nation to end domestic violence. This movement was to start working towards creating a culture of support and understanding to bring victims the resources they needed to become survivors. Creating this culture begins by raising awareness throughout the month about the signs of abuse and ways to stop it, supporting victims, and providing additional resources to begin their first steps toward healing. With so much awareness, we can raise our voices to try to end abuse for good. 

Ways that you can help survivors of domestic violence:

  • Educate yourself
  • Listen without judgment
  • Encourage professional support 
  • Advocate for change

If you are experiencing domestic violence when you’re ready, you can call for confidential support at the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.

Resources for Domestic Violence Survivors

Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

Family Crisis Centers (FCC)

National Domestic Violence Hotline

Join the Movement: How You Can Make a Difference

Joining the movement for domestic violence awareness month is crucial to supporting victims and making a difference in your community. Healing is an act of communion, and we must do it together. If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, find support and reach out for professional counsel. Contact us today to find compassionate legal representation. Throughout the process, we will maintain absolute confidentiality and will only move forward with what you are comfortable with. 

Break the Silence, Empower Survivors

Don't let domestic violence silence you or a loved one. At SBWD, we are committed to empowering survivors and holding abusers accountable. Our experienced attorneys are here to provide compassionate legal representation and guidance.Contact us today for a confidential consultation. We will work tirelessly to hold abusers accountable and help you rebuild your life. Together, we can break the cycle of domestic violence.

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