The Colorado Court of Appeals' recent ruling allows for felony charges per child for violating custody orders, aligning with California's…
“We’ll Fix It in January”: How Delay Becomes Denial
The article discusses how delays in family court custody cases negatively impact children, emphasizing that postponing access harms relationships and…
The Quietest House of the Year
The piece by Michael Phillips reflects on the profound silence experienced by families unable to celebrate Christmas due to family…
The Holiday “Reasonableness” Trap: How Courts Let Compromise Replace Court Orders
Michael Phillips discusses how family courts encourage flexibility during holidays, leading to a detrimental shift from enforceable rights to vague…
California Judge Strikes Down Statewide ‘Parental Exclusion’ Policies in Landmark Ruling
U.S. District Judge Roger T. Benitez ruled California's parental exclusion policies unconstitutional, blocking statewide enforcement of secrecy about children's gender…
Two Years Without a Parent — and a Christmas Denial That Says Everything About Family Court Enforcement
Michael Phillips reveals his two-year struggle with denied parenting time despite a standing court order from Montgomery County. He highlights…
Holiday Smiles, Closed Doors: When a Parent Performs Peace While Erasing the Other Parent
The article discusses the complexities of parental access during the holidays, highlighting how family courts often misinterpret courteous behavior as…
What Happens When a Parent Follows the Court Order — and the Court Refuses to Enforce It?
Family courts promise to protect children's relationships with both parents, yet enforcement often fails, leading to significant family disruptions. Many…
When Access Exists on Paper but Not in Practice
The article discusses how modern court systems create invisible barriers to access and due process, particularly affecting parents and self-represented…
When Allegations Outlive the Case
The article examines the unresolved nature of allegations in Giselle Smiel’s case, highlighting the impact of criminal protective orders against…