No One Is Watching: How Montgomery County’s Family Court Operates Without External Oversight, and What Happens to the People Who Notice
An investigation reveals a significant accountability gap in Maryland's family court system, where civil rights complaints against judges lack external oversight and transparency. Complaints filed are often sealed and unreported, leading to systemic…
When the Family Court Judge Becomes the Defendant
A Philadelphia family court judge now faces serious assault charges after allegedly attacking his wife and adult daughter inside his home. The case raises uncomfortable questions about accountability in a system that routinely judges the conduct of…
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…
The Silence of the Brave: How Nancy Schaefer’s Death Unmasked a Web of Government Corruption Beyond CPS
When Georgia State Senator Nancy Schaefer dared to expose the cash-for-kids corruption inside Child Protective Services, she uncovered more than bureaucratic mismanagement—she revealed a government-funded machine incentivized to destroy families. Months…
When the Judge Becomes the Stalker
Judge Bridget Robb of Nevada's Second Judicial District Court resigned amid stalking allegations, which were serious enough to warrant a temporary protection order. This case highlights systemic issues within the judiciary, where accountability is often…
Former Broome County Family Court Judge Denied New Trial in Federal Harassment Case
A federal judge upheld a jury verdict holding former Broome County Family Court Judge Richard H. Miller II liable for gender discrimination in a lawsuit filed by Rachelle Gallagher, resulting in $200,000 damages. The ruling ends a long misconduct…
Ohio Family Court Scandal Deepens Trust Crisis in Domestic Relations System
Leslie Ann Celebrezze, a judge in Ohio, resigned after facing felony charges for tampering with court records to assign lucrative divorce cases to herself. This scandal highlights severe issues of favoritism and conflicts of interest in family courts,…
When the System Falters: What Nevada’s Family Court Survey Reveals About the Stakes for Parents and Children
Family courts, especially in Clark County, Nevada, fail many parents who expect fairness and safety, as highlighted by alarming judicial performance data. With unmonitored judges and no feedback from self-represented litigants, parents' experiences…
When Courts Violate Federal Law: The Hidden Civil-Rights Crisis Facing Disabled Litigants in America
The American court system increasingly fails disabled litigants, violating the ADA's requirements for meaningful access and accommodations. This results in life-altering consequences, as courts often dismiss, punish, or ignore disabilities. Project ADA…
Inside People v. Smiel: When Process Becomes the Story
Giselle Smiel faces five felony charges, including kidnapping, after picking up her child at a San Diego school. Her defense argues that the charges lack legal basis due to improper venue and insufficient evidence. Concerns about ADA violations and a…