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Maryland’s Family Courts Are Failing Families: Here’s Why Reform Can’t Wait

- by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

Maryland’s family courts, intended to support families in crisis, have become burdensome and inefficient, often harming those they aim to protect. Overwhelmed by caseloads, biased practices, and financial barriers, these courts fail to prioritize children’s needs. Systemic reforms are necessary for accountability and transparency, urging public advocacy for meaningful change.

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10 Ways Family Courts Hide Misconduct: A Deep Dive into the Shadows of Justice

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Family courts often fail to act in the best interests of children and families, enabling misconduct by judges and legal actors. Techniques such as sealing records, reframing misconduct, and dismissing pro se litigant motions compromise justice. Without accountability, family courts protect themselves rather than serving families, necessitating demands for transparency and oversight.

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OPINION: ⛔ Stop the Weaponization of Custody Court

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Pennsylvania House Bill 1412 aims to reform family law by requiring a “material change in circumstances” for custody modifications, addressing the issue of baseless petitions. While it offers relief from legal harassment and signals a shift towards child welfare, it does not adequately tackle false allegations or custody interference, indicating further reforms are needed.

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From the Bench to the Bully Pulpit: Judge Mandy Kimmons and the Breakdown of Impartiality in Sewell’s Trial

- by Michael Phillips - 1 Comment

In South Carolina, Judge Mandy Kimmons allegedly failed to provide impartiality in a custody case, exhibiting bias and misconduct that compromised William Sewell’s right to a fair trial. Accounts reveal Kimmons’ hostility, procedural unfairness, and retaliation against Sewell, raising concerns about her adherence to judicial conduct standards and judicial integrity.

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Judges for Sale: The Quiet Power of ADR and the Revolving Door

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The family court system’s reliance on Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) has turned justice into a for-profit enterprise, often forcing parents into mediation without considering safety or power dynamics. Retired judges transition into mediation roles, profiting from a system they once controlled, raising ethical concerns and perpetuating cycles of abuse and conflict.

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The Discovery Trap: How Legal Gamesmanship Bled a Father Dry in Family Court

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William Sewell, representing himself in a South Carolina custody battle, encountered systemic deception and financial devastation in family court. Despite his compliance, he faced manipulation through a flawed discovery process, resulting in significant expenses and lack of proper documentation. His experience illustrates a larger issue where self-represented litigants are exploited within the legal system.

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Justice Denied: The Impeachment Files (Part 2)

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The American Inns of Court (AIC) operates as a private, powerful guild influencing the U.S. judiciary without public oversight or accountability. This secretive organization fosters bias and creates a legal caste system. Recent impeachment calls against Chief Justice Roberts have spotlighted these issues, raising concerns about fairness and transparency in the justice system.

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Accountability Denied: The $300M Lawsuit Exposing Maryland’s Juvenile Justice Disaster

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A $300M federal lawsuit against Maryland juvenile detention centers exposes systemic abuse and government inaction. Why is the state capping payouts while survivors demand justice?

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Justice Denied in Westchester: The Cruel Campaign Against Marc Fishman

- by Michael Phillips - 3 Comments.

Westchester County Family Court faces criticism over Judge Michelle Schauer’s handling of Marc Fishman’s case, who has not seen his children in five years due to alleged judicial overreach and ignored evidence of parental alienation. Despite adhering to court requirements, Fishman is denied accommodations, highlighting systemic issues and raising urgent calls for reform.

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Dragging Feet or Leading Wisely? Why Moore and Brown Are Right to Pause on “Clean Cars” Lawsuit

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The article by Michael Phillips defends Maryland Governor Wes Moore and Attorney General Anthony Brown’s decision to refrain from joining a lawsuit against Trump’s repeal of California’s vehicle emissions waiver. It argues that this restraint respects federalism and recognizes the challenges facing working families, emphasizing that effective governance sometimes requires patience and strategic caution in environmental policies.

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