A Father Steps Forward: Georgia Custody Case Exposes Gaps in Unmarried Parents’ Rights
A Georgia family court case resulted in Adrian Harden gaining custody of his son Chance after his mother died. The case highlighted flaws in state law affecting unmarried fathers' parental rights, prompting calls for "Chance’s Law" to simplify…
Pennsylvania Custody Exchange Ends in Tragedy, Raising Questions About Family Court Safety Failures
A post-Christmas custody exchange in Pennsylvania turned deadly, renewing concerns about why family courts continue to allow unsupervised exchanges in high-conflict cases.
The Quietest House of the Year
The piece by Michael Phillips reflects on the profound silence experienced by families unable to celebrate Christmas due to family court delays. It emphasizes how such failures impact children deeply, leaving them to grapple with absence and broken…
Florida Family Courts Under Scrutiny: When Custody Failures Turn Deadly
Florida’s family courts are facing renewed scrutiny after a series of deadly custody-related domestic violence cases in Broward County. An investigative report highlights how warning signs were missed, enforcement failed, and reforms like Greyson’s Law…
When Access Exists on Paper but Not in Practice
The article discusses how modern court systems create invisible barriers to access and due process, particularly affecting parents and self-represented litigants. Despite digital access promises, structural invisibility and complicated systems hinder…
The New Indentured Class: How Family Court Creates Modern Slavery
The family court system in America is compared to modern slavery, as it strips parents of their rights, finances, and identities without due process. Coercive practices lead to financial ruin, loss of custody, and criminalization for non-criminal acts.…
She Asked for Protection. The System Returned Silence. Now a Mother and Her Twins Are Gone.
A mother begged for protection. One day after a custody hearing, she and her twins were killed. This Father & Co. analysis examines how family courts fail to protect parents.
“You Can’t Take Someone’s Children Without a Real Lawyer”: What New York’s Landmark Ruling Means for Parents Fighting for Their Families
The New York Court of Appeals' ruling in the Matter of Parker J. highlights the systemic failures of family courts that can unjustly sever parental rights. It asserts the necessity of effective legal representation, particularly for marginalized parents.…
What South Carolina’s Family Court Battle Teaches Every Father Fighting to Stay in His Child’s Life
Rom Reddy's op-ed addresses the systemic challenges fathers face in family courts, highlighting issues like unsubstantiated allegations and court biases leading to unfair custody arrangements. He advocates for a 50/50 parenting presumption in South…
Maryland Must Act: The Legislature Cannot Ignore the Systemic Failures Exposed by Clarke v. Gibson
The Maryland Supreme Court's ruling in Clarke v. Gibson reveals critical flaws in the state's protective-order system, which often deprives parents of rights without sufficient evidence. To restore fairness, lawmakers must implement statutory reforms,…