The pandemic's impact on custody and family courts has been significant yet largely unquantified, as seen in the backlog of…
What to the Parent Is the Fourth of July?
On America's 250th birthday, Michael Phillips critiques the family court system, arguing it fails to protect parental rights, a fundamental…
What You’re Missing This Father’s Day
In a heartfelt letter, Michael Phillips expresses his pain over being denied contact with his son, Dylan, due to ongoing…
Supreme Court Weighs In on Parental Rights and Gender Policy Dispute
The Supreme Court's recent order in Elizabeth Mirabelli v. Rob Bonta highlights ongoing tensions over parental rights and school policies…
The ADA Survival Guide for Family Court
Disabled parents must proactively assert their rights in family court under the ADA to ensure meaningful participation. This guide emphasizes…
When Family Court Proceeds Without a Parent, That’s Not “Non-Appearance.” It’s Exclusion.
Jeff Reichert's case highlights how family courts can proceed without a parent, effectively erasing them from the process due to…
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…
Oregon Lawmaker Reintroduces Foster Youth Rights Bill After Gov. Kotek’s Veto
Oregon has reintroduced a foster youth “bill of rights” aimed at establishing standards for children in foster care, after a…
False Paternity, Real Consequences: Georgia Case Highlights a Blind Spot in Child Support Trust
A Georgia case highlights issues in family law regarding child support claims, where Brya Hardy fraudulently collected $7,000 by falsely…
New Study Links Childhood Trauma to Higher ADHD Symptoms in College Students — What It Means for Families, Policy, and America’s Sons
A peer-reviewed study highlights that college students with adverse childhood experiences are more likely to show ADHD-like symptoms due to…