By: Cristina Valentin MBA, SHRM-CP

As a survivor of domestic violence, I have navigated the harrowing process of obtaining a Protection From Abuse (PFA) order. I endured multiple court appearances, testified via phone after an assault, and provided extensive evidence—pictures, testimonies, and detailed accounts to secure both temporary and permanent PFAs lasting three years. Despite the personal trauma and invasive nature of this process, I successfully demonstrated the severity of my situation.