Court System Failure Archives

What Would It Have Taken to Get a Fair Trial?

July 17, 2025July 16, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

The article critiques the unfair trial experienced by William Sewell in a South Carolina family court. It outlines the essential legal safeguards denied to him, such as a neutral judge, access to counsel, equitable discovery, and protection from retaliation. Without these safeguards, the article argues, due process is compromised for self-represented parents across America.

The Guardian Who Took Sides: Bias, Billing, and the Broken Role of a GAL in William Sewell’s Case

July 7, 2025July 4, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

In William Sewell’s custody case, the Guardian ad Litem, Jason Wheeler, failed to maintain impartiality, favoring opposing legal counsel and neglecting serious allegations of neglect and substance abuse. His inadequate investigation and biased report raised questions about integrity in the court system, undermining trust and compromising the best interests of children.

The Cracks Are Showing: How Judicial Elites Are Finally Facing the Mirror

May 20, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

The legal profession’s integrity is being questioned as conflicts of interest within the judiciary are exposed, particularly in New Jersey, where judges control lawyers’ careers. Instances of judicial hypocrisy, such as a judge’s arrest for obstruction, highlight systemic double standards. Citizens demand accountability while the system faces increasing scrutiny and calls for reform.