Dozens of children have been forced into contact with fathers accused of abuse, a study has found. In some cases in the research, revealed for the first time by the BBC, the fathers were convicted ...

Robonetta B. Jones speaks to ESSENCE about the "alienation of affection" law, the growing trend of these lawsuits, and why ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Patricia writes about family law and tips for female lawyers. Child custody battle as a family law concept during a legal dispute ...

Emma (name and identifying details changed) was married to a man in the military for many years. During that time, he repeatedly abused her and their children. She reported the abuse to the police and ...

Parental alienation occurs when a child refuses to have a relationship with a parent due to manipulation, such as the conveying of exaggerated or false information, by the other parent. The situation ...

In a TikTok video that went viral last fall, 15-year-old Maya and her younger brother were seen screaming as they were taken from their father. Their mother had won custody from a judge despite the ...

In the present-day scenario where gender equality is on buzz, it makes us wonder that do we really strive for it. Father’s Day, a day dedicated to celebrating and honoring fathers, serves as a ...

When one parent in a divorce has worked to prejudice the kids against the other parent, the last-ditch solution for some judges is to send the children to “reunification camp” with the mom or dad they ...

When engaging in a real estate transaction, it's important to understand the details of your mortgage agreement - especially clauses that dictate how ownership can be transferred. One such provision ...