The Ledger Nobody Kept: What COVID-Era Guidance Did to Custody
The pandemic's impact on custody and family courts has been significant yet largely unquantified, as seen in the backlog of cases and the misuse of COVID-19 as a pretext in custody disputes. This situation was exacerbated by inconsistent court operations…
When an Allegation Becomes a Weapon
A Baltimore lawsuit challenges the use of protective orders in custody disputes, highlighting how allegations can disrupt family dynamics before being proven. It raises concerns about the impact of unproven claims on custody decisions and the balance…
Father Ambushed and Stabbed During Custody Swap: When “Routine Exchanges” Turn Violent
A Texas father was allegedly ambushed and stabbed during a custody exchange. The case raises urgent questions about safety, court oversight, and violence during child custody swaps.
Baltimore Child Sex Trafficking Indictment Highlights Growing Crisis and Policy Failures
A Baltimore man faces federal child sex trafficking charges. Father & Co. examines the case, the policy failures, and how families can respond.
Georgia’s New Child Support Guidelines: Well-Intended Change, Uncertain Impact
On January 1, 2026, Georgia revamped its child support calculation, integrating parenting time and low-income adjustments directly into the formula. This aims to enhance fairness and adaptability in co-parenting. However, concerns arise about potential…
Born at 23 Weeks. Given 1%. Now Playing for a Championship.
Derick Hall's inspiring journey began as a premature baby with a 1% survival rate, defying all odds due to his mother’s unwavering belief in his life. Now an NFL linebacker, he honors his roots through the Derick Hall One Percent Foundation, advocating…
When Trust Is Broken: Maryland Moves to Confront Fertility Fraud
A Maryland bill, House Bill 0209, aims to enhance accountability in fertility treatment by prohibiting providers from using their own reproductive material without informed consent. It addresses a troubling pattern of fertility fraud that affects…
Withdrawn but Not Resolved: Inside a Maryland Case That Wouldn’t End Quietly
In a Maryland family law case, attorney Jeff Reichert voluntarily dismissed his petition without prejudice, intending to withdraw due to unresolved ADA accommodation issues. Despite this, a pre-trial conference was still scheduled, prompting the opposing…
When the Court Redefines Marriage: What New Mexico’s Ruling Means for Families and Children
The recent decision by the New Mexico Supreme Court to overturn the state’s so-called “broken marriages” law marks a significant shift in how the legal system treats divorce—and, by extension, families and children caught in the middle. Supporters of the…
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 family law matters. Charged with multiple breaches of conduct, her undisclosed relationships with attorneys…