Over 22 million American parents face systemic separation from their children due to parental alienation, a serious issue recognized but…
Medicaid, Disability, and Custody
The article discusses the challenges faced by parents with disabilities in custody proceedings, highlighting how loss of Medicaid coverage impacts…
New York Judicial Misconduct Underscores Need for Accountability, Especially in Family Courts
A recent case involving Justice Sherri L. Eisenpress from Rockland County, NY highlights the need for judicial accountability, especially in…
When Schools Become Enforcers: A Lawsuit Claims NYC Used Child Protective Services as Leverage Against a Parent
A New York lawsuit reveals how schools may misuse Child Protective Services (CPS) referrals to coerce non-compliant parents, as demonstrated…
Colorado’s SB26-018 and the Quiet Expansion of Family Court Power
Colorado's SB26-018 seeks to enhance minors' privacy in legal name changes and introduces a custody factor related to parents recognizing…
Idaho Lawmakers Take On a Family Court System Parents Say Has Been Broken for Years
Idaho lawmakers are working on a reform bill to modernize the family court system, responding to long-standing complaints from parents…
When the Court Helps Families Heal: Why West Virginia’s Family Treatment Courts Matter
West Virginia's Family Treatment Court program, crucial for helping parents with substance use disorders reunite with their children, faces funding…
New Travel Ban Quietly Freezes International Adoptions—And Leaves Children in the Crossfire
The January 1, 2026, presidential order suspends international adoptions from 39 "high-risk" countries, affecting families amid rising political tensions. Critics…
Year’s End, Children Still Waiting
Every year, institutions celebrate perceived progress in family courts and child welfare. Yet, children remain waiting for justice as processes…
What 2025 Revealed About Family Courts — And What Journalism Must Do in 2026
In 2025, family courts showed increasing gaps between promises of reform and reality, highlighting issues such as evidence-based decision-making and…