The disparity in enforcement mechanisms between child support and parenting-time orders highlights systemic issues in U.S. family courts. While child…
The Second Access Tax: How Family Court Privatized the Cost of Parenting
The article examines the concept of the "Access Tax" in American family court systems, highlighting how financial burdens are disproportionately…
Same States, Two Standards: The Custody Enforcement Gap Guardianship Reform Exposed
The article compares how different states address custody enforcement for children when a parent faces immigration-related detainment or deportation. Some…
When the System Moves Fast: Child Support Gets DHS. Parenting Time Gets a Court Date.
Argentina has collaborated with U.S. authorities to bar 13,000 fathers who owe child support from entering World Cup venues, showcasing…
Parental Alienation as Labor Exploitation
Over 22 million American parents face systemic separation from their children due to parental alienation, a serious issue recognized but…
Failure to Enforce
Many family court orders remain unenforced, leading to a collapse of rights for compliant parents. Courts prioritize new cases, while…
What Family Court Is (and Is Not)
Family court, as a civil court, adjudicates family-related disputes without criminal proceedings. This distinction affects evidence standards, burdens of proof,…