Investigative Journalism | Exposing What Lies Beneath
On June 13, 2025, the New York State Senate passed Senate Bill S1667, aimed at improving family court proceedings by regulating forensic evaluators. Sponsored by Senator Pete Harckham, the bill mandates qualified experts to protect parental rights and children’s welfare, addressing long-standing issues of bias and accountability in custody evaluations.
Marc Fishman has not seen his son Aidan for over seven years, despite no allegations of abuse or danger. Fishman’s case highlights failures in the family court system, where parental alienation is overlooked and visitation rights are denied without due process. This tragedy reflects a broader issue affecting many parents and children.
Aidan Hasn’t Seen His Father in 7 Years: When Parental Alienation Is Court-Sanctioned Read MoreMarc Fishman’s experience in New York’s family court highlights a troubling reality where parents often face legal consequences without a trial. Default orders and procedural dismissals deny them their rights, with judges prioritizing bureaucracy over justice. This systemic issue calls for mandatory hearings to ensure due process and prevent unjust decisions regarding parental access.
Guilty Without a Hearing: How New York Family Court Destroys Due Process Read MoreFamily court in New York often prioritizes procedural technicalities over truth, resulting in devastating consequences for parents like Marc Fishman, who struggles for access to his children due to bureaucratic failures. The system frequently dismisses claims based on flawed processes, not factual inaccuracies, highlighting an urgent need for reform to restore fair access to justice.
Paralyzed by Procedure: How Family Court Turns Technicalities Into Injustice Read MoreOn April 28, 2025, Marc Fishman, fighting parental alienation and suspended visitation rights in a New York courtroom, faced significant challenges: no attorney, unreceived filings, and a judge potentially biased against him. His struggle highlights flaws in the family court system, which prioritizes procedure over the welfare of vulnerable parents and children.
A Father in Court Alone: The High-Stakes Struggle of Marc Fishman Read More