News Articles - Family Law Issues
These kids were missing for years. Why experts say parental abductions need attention.
By USA Today, 04/07/25 “…On June 12, Chase Desormeaux kissed his two children goodbye, told them he loved them and said he would see them as soon as they got back from vacation with their mother. He hasn’t seen or heard from them since. …” Read the entire article: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2025/03/30/missing-kids-parental-abductions-need-more-attention/82513224007/
Parental Alienation Awareness Day recognized in Illinois thanks to Ventura
By Senator Rachel Ventura News, 04/11/25 “…Recognizing the devastating impact of parental alienation on families across Illinois, State Senator Rachel Ventura successfully advanced Senate Resolution 66, declaring April 25, 2025 as Parental Alienation Awareness Day in the state. …” Read the entire article: https://www.illinoissenatedemocrats.com/caucus-news/82-senator-rachel-ventura-news/6210-parental-alienation-awareness-day-recognized-in-illinois-thanks-to-ventura
Rep. Tedford’s bills on healthcare and joint custody pass committee votes in Oklahoma
By Fox 24, 02/24/25 “…”This bill is about fairness and ensuring that children have the chance to maintain meaningful relationships with both parents,” said Tedford. “By promoting cooperation, it allows the courts to make decisions based on the best interest of the child. …” Read the entire article: https://okcfox.com/news/local/rep-tedfords-bills-on-healthcare-and-joint-custody-pass-committee-votes-in-oklahoma
New bill seeks changes to how child custody is determined in Oklahoma
By Fox23, 03/10/25 “…”This bill helps the judge’s be like ‘Hey as a norm, we’re just gonna start with equal shared parenting,’ unless they’re shown abuse proven on either side. Because we have to decide as a society, abuse has to be wrong no matter who does it,” Dennis said. …” Read the entire article:
Making up for ‘lost time’: father proposes parental rights legislation
By Fairfax Times, 02/07/25 “…Since early 2024, a Fairfax County father has been trying to change Virginia legislation regarding parental rights. James Sisco proposes the “Lost Time and Three Strikes” legislation, citing overreach and systemic failures. If passed, it would seek to help families and children who have been victims of parental alienation. …” Read