Investigative Journalism | Exposing What Lies Beneath
A father who once had primary custody now finds himself locked out—not just of his child’s life, but of the courtroom itself. As proceedings move forward without his participation, filings raise urgent questions about jurisdiction, due process, and whether access to justice in Maryland depends on who the system allows through the door.
A Maryland custody case involving Sarah Hornbeck and Jeffrey Reichert experienced prolonged legal battles due to a contentious address issue. Hornbeck’s initial emergency petition, filed under an incorrect Anne Arundel County address, led to years of hearings and appeals. Despite numerous jurisdiction challenges, the court upheld jurisdiction without addressing the misrepresentation of Hornbeck’s residence.
The Wrong County Read More
In Westchester County, District Attorney Joyce Miller’s push for a five-year order of protection against Marc Fishman ignores exculpatory evidence and discriminates against disabled parents. Fishman claims this institutional abuse has caused unnecessary separation from his children, prompting a federal lawsuit to challenge the misconduct and advocate for accountability.
Disability Discrimination and Cover-Ups: Westchester DA Joyce Miller’s Assault on Justice Read More
A Virginia parent faced barriers to employment due to bureaucratic hurdles related to child support enforcement. Despite a job offer contingent on obtaining a passport, an unexpected demand for a $5,000 payment plan arose. This illustrates systemic issues in child support agencies that perpetuate poverty through inflated arrears and lack of due process.
Passport to Nowhere: How Child Support Enforcement Blocks Parents from Working Read MoreOn May 8, 2025, a California court ruled in favor of Trish Miroth against Trinity County Child Protective Services, challenging unlawful child removal. The court rejected the County’s motion to dismiss based on the Rooker-Feldman doctrine, affirming federal jurisdiction in civil rights cases. This landmark decision empowers families against CPS overreach.
Miroth v. Trinity County: A Landmark Win for Families Fighting CPS Injustice Read More