by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Mar 17, 2026
Domestic violence is often associated with visible injuries or physical harm. But in many relationships, abuse takes a far more subtle and difficult-to-identify form. Coercive control is a pattern of behavior designed to dominate, isolate, and manipulate a partner, often without leaving physical evidence. Victims may experience emotional intimidation, financial restriction, surveillance, or psychological manipulation that slowly erodes their independence and sense of safety.
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | May 6, 2025
How a Domestic Violence Lawyer Can Help You Key Takeaways on Domestic Violence Lawyer A domestic violence lawyer in New York specializes in legal issues related to abuse between family members, intimate partners, or household members under New York state law. Domestic...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Nov 28, 2023
Don’t Let Your Ex Bully You: Get Help from an Experienced Long Island, NY Divorce Attorney The term “bullying” usually conjures scenes of pushing and shoving and taunting in the school yard, almost always with one kid getting picked on one or a group. But the...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Dec 6, 2022
Can Men Be Victims of Domestic Violence on Long Island, NY? Domestic violence is a serious issue that can affect anyone, regardless of gender. Unfortunately, there are still many myths and stereotypes surrounding this sensitive topic – including the belief that...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Nov 15, 2022
Emotional Abuse and Domestic Violence in Long Island Divorce Far too many people on Long Island wonder if emotional abuse counts as domestic violence under New York state law because the answer may not be immediately clear. Emotional abuse can look very different from...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Apr 19, 2022
How to Leave a Violent Relationship on Long Island Leaving a violent relationship is extremely difficult; much more so than people tend to believe. It’s easy to say, “well, just leave him”, but when you’re the victim of domestic violence, the most dangerous time...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Mar 17, 2020
How Can I Prove Domestic Violence Accusations are False? Domestic violence is, unfortunately, a common theme in divorces. The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence reports that 1 in 7 men and 1 in 4 women have been the victim of domestic abuse. While being...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Jun 11, 2019
When Can You Get an Order of Protection on Long Island? An order of protection, commonly called a “restraining order” on Long Island, is a legal tool that can be used in cases of harassment and violence between people who share a relationship. When should...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Apr 9, 2019
How to Prove Domestic Violence in Your Long Island Divorce Case Sadly, many cases of divorce on Long Island arise from situations of domestic violence. Too many of them are legitimate cases of violence, and some are false accusations driven by the desire of one person...
by Robert E. Hornberger, Esq | Jan 2, 2019
Guide to Obtaining an Order of Protection in Long Island When someone harms or threatens you or your child, you have the option to seek an order of protection against them. This legally limits their behavior and imposes consequences should they attempt to come near...
