Q: What can i do when a housemate screams at me and cusses me out in front of my 4yr old son?
I rent a room in a 3bedroom shared house hold with 4other adults and another sm child, my landlord lives in the back house but has been of no help.
A:
if your answer is not to move then you have to work it out.
bringing police in will make things difficult from here on in.
I would try to talk to the party one on one in a calm manner and explain that if he has a problem with you in the future to just ask to talk and not scream in front of a child. Explain he would not have wanted you to do so in front of his family either.
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A: This is a very tricky question. You seem to meet the elements of a DV case, however, you are not married to the housemate and you do not have an intimate relationship that would qualify him as a boyfriend or living companion. The law in this case is that you may have to file a civil restraining order based on the facts stated by you. If he is verbally abusing you or your child, the Court may recommend a restraining Order or jail time. It is based on facts and proof. Additionally, this type of case is very difficult because you are living in the same household. Meanwhile, write a letter t the Landlord. and keep copies. Do not engage in conversations with this person and try to avoid being in his presence. Do not be afraid of calling the police. Best of luck
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