Child Abuse and Divorce
A marriage can break down for any number of reasons: finances, adultery, irreconcilable differences. One thing people should consider when they are married is that causes for divorce may extend further than just the interaction between spouses, especially when the couple has children.
Many marriages end every year because of child abuse. If you are currently thinking about divorcing your spouse because of how he or she treats your children, contact the Austin divorce lawyers of Slater, Kennon & Pugh Ltd.LLP at 512-472-2431.
Signs of Child Abuse
Child abuse encompasses physical, verbal, and emotional abuse. Your spouse may be abusing your child without your direct knowledge, though there are often signs that may confirm your fears indirectly. Some signs of child abuse are:
- Sudden behavioral changes
- Unexplained or new learning problems in school
- Passive or withdrawn attitude
Many children will not tell you that they are being abused, so you may have to keep a watchful eye for these symptoms. Child abuse can be a point of serious contention between you and your spouse, even when you are unaware of the abuse occurring.
Should you discover your spouse is abusing your children, you may consider filing for divorce. In many cases, child abuse is also a criminal offense. Your spouse may face jail time or fines should he or she be found guilty.
Contact Us
Child abuse is a serious issue that may harm your children and damage your marriage. If you are thinking about divorcing your abusive spouse, the Austin divorce lawyers of Slater, Kennon & Pugh Ltd.LLP may be able to help you. Contact us at 512-472-2431 to learn more about filing a divorce and gaining custody of your children.