I've posted on ;relationship' page today too as getting advice on my abusive partner. Thought I would ask if anyone knew where I would stand legally if our mortgage is in joint names, we have 2 ds's, however, I can't go on how we are. My partner is verbally abusing me and is so arrogant, he lost it the other morning and threw me on to the bed with his hands round my throat in front of my 2 sons aged 3 and 1. I can't bring them up like this anymore and want him out the house. I was so close to going to the police on Tuesday morning and now wish I had. Any advice would be appreciated.