family court accountability Archives

The Therapist the Court Ordered

June 2, 2026June 6, 2026 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

Dr. Rebecca Bailey, a family therapist, has faced numerous complaints regarding her controversial practice, Transitioning Families, which reunites families amid troubled custody disputes, often in abusive contexts. Critics claim her methods prioritize affluent parents, sidelining protective ones, while courts continue to endorse her, perpetuating a flawed system linked to a broader problematic industry.

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The Judge Who Wasn’t Ready

May 25, 2026May 25, 2026 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

Judge Vivian Wang, recently appointed with no family law experience, denied motions in a complex custody case involving alleged fraud and disability accommodations. Critics argue her procedural ruling lacked thorough legal analysis, particularly regarding limitations and equitable tolling. The upcoming trial may test her judicial capabilities and the fairness of the process.

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The Same Tools

May 20, 2026May 20, 2026 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

The article examines how tactics for controlling partners in marriage are mirrored in family court environments, highlighting systemic failures to recognize and address coercive control. Through multiple cases, it illustrates how these controlling behaviors persist in legal proceedings, resulting in devastating outcomes for parents and children, often exacerbated by institutional biases and inadequate judicial training.

Could a ‘Three Strikes’ Law for Custody Interference Pass in Maryland or Virginia?

May 7, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

The Texas Senate’s passage of the “Three Strikes Law” aims to impose stricter penalties for custody interference. While Maryland’s courts favor cooperative parenting over accountability, advocates suggest a modified bill could emerge. Conversely, Virginia’s political landscape may support bipartisan child protection laws, potentially paving the way for similar measures.

Could a ‘Three Strikes’ Law for Custody Interference Pass in Maryland or Virginia?

May 7, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

The Texas Senate passed Senate Bill 2794, enhancing penalties for repeated child custody interference, potentially categorizing the third offense as a felony. Discussion arises regarding the feasibility of similar laws in states like Maryland, with its progressive but lenient family court system, and Virginia, where bipartisan support for child protection is growing.