Butler County PFA Attorney
Domestic Violence on Thanksgiving
Police frequently receive an increase in domestic violence calls and family feuds on Thanksgiving.
Holidays can be stressful. Family tension mixed with alcohol can lead to dangerous situations.
Domestic-violence experts recommend identifying easy exits and establishing code words with children who can run to neighbors for help if problems escalate.
If things get out of hand verbally or physically, don’t hesitate to leave the family gathering earlier than planned.
Spivak Law Firm provides aggressive representation for plaintiffs and defendants at PFA hearings and all criminal domestic-violence cases. Call us at (412) 344-4900 or toll free at (800) 545-9390.
Bring Evidence to Your PFA Hearing
In your Protection From Abuse (PFA) petition, write clearly and in detail what happened and when it happened. Focus your statements on how you were physically abused or threatened and whether you are afraid you will be abused or threatened again.
If you have any photos of injuries or property damage caused by your abuser, text messages or emails, or ripped clothing that show how the abuser threatened, abused, or harassed you, don’t forget to bring them to the final PFA hearing.
Because of the “he-said, she-said” nature of domestic violence, it is important to bring documentary evidence when such evidence is available.
To speak with an experienced PFA lawyer, call Spivak Law Firm at (412) 344-4900 or toll free at (800) 545-9390.