A Maryland father is using the Hague Convention to seek the return of his child from the U.S. to Brazil,…
When Child Welfare Hides the File, Parents Pay the Price
A mother in Oldham County, Kentucky, has filed a lawsuit against the state’s child welfare agency for allegedly denying access…
When Independence Becomes “Neglect”: A Family-Court Cautionary Tale
A recent case in Atlanta raised concerns over a ruling of neglect against parents whose child rode a scooter alone…
Five Hearings, No Parent: How Maryland Family Courts Build a Record Without Participation
The article discusses the troubling issue of "non-appearance" in Maryland family courts, particularly highlighted in the case of Jeffrey Reichert.…
Colorado Democrats Reignite Gender Identity Debate in Child Custody Law
Colorado Democrats are proposing to incorporate gender identity considerations into child custody laws, which has sparked debate. Supporters argue it…
When Violence Reaches the Bench
When violence reaches a courthouse, it signals more than a security failure—it exposes deeper cracks in trust, accountability, and how…
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…
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 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…