Jeff Reichert's case highlights how family courts can proceed without a parent, effectively erasing them from the process due to…
Discretion Without Accountability
Family court decisions often lack transparency, as judges exercise discretion without providing explanations, leading to inconsistent outcomes and a lack…
AI as Accommodation in the Courtroom: Why Self-Represented Litigants Need Support, Not Suspicion
The article highlights the challenges faced by self-represented litigants in family and civil courts, where the legal system assumes knowledge…
Selective Enforcement
Family court orders often lack consistent enforcement, creating a two-tier system where compliance burdens the harmed parent. Violating parties can…
The Status Quo Trap
The article discusses how temporary orders in family court often become permanent due to inaction and procedural delays. While labeled…
Justice Deferred Is Parenting Denied
Family courts often utilize delays as a strategic tool against parents, prolonging access to children and enabling ongoing harm. These…
You Didn’t Fail to Escalate. You Were Constrained.
Family court often unfairly assumes that parents should escalate their situations, disregarding the constraints they face, such as emotional and…
Trusted Until It Matters
The article highlights the inconsistencies in family court regarding claims of distrust between parents. It criticizes the system for accepting…
AI Enters the Family Courtroom—But It Won’t Replace Judgment in 2026
By 2026, AI will serve as a supportive tool in family courts, aiding overwhelmed litigants while ensuring human discretion remains…
A Child’s Right to Both Parents Is Not Seasonal
Family courts often adjust parenting time rules during the holidays, impacting children's relationships with both parents. This series highlights procedural…