A protective order was in place. Police had responded just one day earlier. And yet a mother is dead and…
When “Parental Rights” Stop Protecting Families—and Start Endangering Children
The Texas Supreme Court case, In the Interest of K.N. et al., raises critical questions about parental rights versus child…
When Custody Conflict Turns Criminal: Violence Is Never a Parental Right
A custody dispute turned violent when a biological father allegedly opened fire on his daughter’s adoptive parents, underscoring the hard…
The Friendly Parent Trap
The article discusses how the "friendly parent" rule in family courts can unintentionally harm those involved in high-conflict or abusive…
When the Court Says “Enough”: What a Pennsylvania Custody Termination Case Reveals About Family Court Limits
The Pennsylvania Superior Court upheld the termination of a mother's parental rights due to insufficient compliance with reunification efforts, emphasizing…
The Alienation Accusation Loop
The article discusses the dangers of the "alienation accusation loop" in family courts, where the focus shifts from child safety…
When “Family Preservation” Becomes State Neglect
In Washington State, reforms intended to keep families intact may inadvertently leave vulnerable children at risk and offer less protection…
Allegation vs. Counter-Allegation
Family courts often struggle with allegations and counter-allegations, leading to a “tie” where truth becomes obscured. This dynamic fosters dysfunction,…
When the System Steps Back, Children Can Still Fall Through
A new essay highlights a crisis in New York's Family Court system regarding children exposed to domestic violence. Many fail…
When Custody Decisions Turn Deadly: What the Champlin Case Reveals About Family Court Blind Spots
A devastating custody-related tragedy in Minnesota exposes a critical blind spot in family court: what happens to children in the…