The Family Court Podcast

This child support hearing presided by Judge Maurice Aguilar in Dallas, Texas. Mom and Dad used to live together. Mom decided to end the relationship and kick Dad out of the apartment. Dad left and took the child with him. Dad raised a child up till 14 years old. Dad needed some help and so he applied for government assistance. Mom was required to pay child support. When Mom heard that, Mom decide...

Ulysses returns to the family court podcast for part two, where he shares his experiences with false abuse allegations that led to him losing his home and freedom. Now, he collaborates with local and national lawmakers to change laws and raise awareness about the issue of false abuse allegations. Please like, comment and subscribe. Also, follow me on all other social media platforms @iam.a.dad - f...

Starting in September, Texas schools will have greater authority to suspend younger students and those without stable housing due to House Bill 6, a new law allowing out-of-school suspensions for students below third grade and for those classified as homeless. This law replaces a 2019 regulation that limited suspensions for homeless students to serious offenses, such as violence, drugs, or weapons...

On Friday, the Supreme Court voted 6-3 to partially pause a lower court's ruling that had blocked former President Trump's order to end birthright citizenship. This order sought to prevent automatic U.S. citizenship for babies born in the U.S. to parents living in the country illegally or temporarily. *Key Aspects of the Decision The Supreme Court justices stated that universal injunctions, which...

In a recent family court dispute, DDG (Darryl Dwayne Granberry Jr.) filed a counterclaim against Halle Bailey, alleging she is abusive and has threatened to harm herself to manipulate him emotionally. Bailey has previously accused DDG of physical abuse, leading to a temporary restraining order. DDG claims Bailey has hit him, stalked him, and used their 18-month-old son, Halo, as a pawn by threaten...

In late May 2025, claims emerged regarding a #GOP budget bill that purportedly lowers the definition of dependents from 18 to 7 years, specifically affecting the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Democratic Congresswoman #ShontelBrown criticized the proposal, highlighting its potential cruelty toward families, particularly those with children aged 8 to 10 who would lose vital food...

The "Silver Bullet Method" is a strategy used in family court to gain an advantage during legal disputes. This approach, sometimes called the "nuclear option," can have serious consequences, such as quickly separating people from their homes, children, and possessions. Many believe that Halle and her legal team used this tactic to win full custody of their son, allowing her to be in Italy for two...

Before we get into this news, let me first say this: WE DO NOT CONDONE FAMILY VIOLENCE OF ANY KIND. If you’re cruel to your family, you deserve to be in jail. With that said, here is a key point to remember about cases like these: When a judge hands down a verdict, that case can later be used as a template for similar cases. In other words, if you’re married or in divorce proceedings, your wife ca...

NBA star Anthony Edwards is currently facing a paternity lawsuit from his ex-girlfriend, Alexandria Descroches (Ally D), who filed the suit in New York on March 13, 2025. Ally claims they have a son born in 2023, and soon after her filing, Anthony responded by filing his own paternity and support case in Georgia on March 21, asserting that their child was conceived and born in Georgia. Ally counte...

A woman, whose name has not been disclosed, filed a lawsuit in Nevada, alleging that former football star Shannon Sharpe sexually assaulted her multiple times in late 2024 and early 2025. This incident occurred after they had been in an abusive relationship for several years. Gabriella Zuniga, an OnlyFan model whose name has been made public, has released evidence of the alleged abuse. Please like...

Child support is a key topic in Texas and Kansas. In Texas, Senate Bill 942 aims to make fathers financially responsible for child support from the date of conception, having passed the Senate with a 27-4 vote and now moving to the House. Supporters see this as essential financial relief for mothers during pregnancy, emphasizing shared accountability. However, there are concerns about the fairness...

Georgia lawmakers have introduced House Bill 441, the “Georgia Prenatal Equal Protection Act,” which seeks to impose a near-total ban on abortions, classifying the procedure as murder. If passed, the bill would carry severe penalties for pregnant individuals and healthcare providers, including potential capital punishment for doctors. Currently under review by the House Judiciary Non-Civil Committ...

Xavier Davis, a 32-year-old man from Texas, has pleaded guilty to capital murder for the June 30, 2021, killings of a Houston couple, Gregory Carhee and Donyavia Lagway, along with their 6-year-old daughter, Harmony. Davis broke into the family's apartment and shot the parents in front of their children, fatally injuring Harmony, while her 10-year-old sister pretended to be dead to survive. Davis...

Elon Musk is facing serious allegations of financially penalizing his son after his son's mother, Ashley St. Clair, filed for sole custody. According to St. Clair's legal team, Musk has drastically cut his financial support since she initiated legal action. Please like, comment and subscribe. Also, follow me on all other social media platforms @iam.a.dad - facebook & twitter: @iamadad01 Check out...

A new bill aimed at relaxing child labor laws was introduced to a Florida Senate committee this week. This follows some restrictions that were already loosened last year. Governor Ron DeSantis and some Republican lawmakers believe this bill will help fill jobs left vacant by undocumented immigrants. Senate Bill 918 would allow children as young as 14 to work overnight shifts and would eliminate me...

If you’re facing false accusations in family court, pay attention! This conversation is for you. My next guest is Attorney David, a criminal defense attorney in Florida and Washington, D.C., where he handles federal cases. In this episode, Attorney David sheds light on how easily one can lose their freedom while trying to protect their children. Attorney David website: https://www.bigneylaw.com Pl...

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These news and more are available on our website: iamadad.org. Thank you for watching and listening. Please like, comment and subscribe. Also, follow me on all other social media platforms @iam.a.dad - facebook & twitter: @iamadad01 Check out our DAD STORE: http://store.iamadad.org Join our Dad’s Support Group, on IG & Facebook @iam.a.dad Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iam.a.dad/ Facebook: h...

Meet Christianna Hurt, CEO of WealthyCollegeKid. After facing multiple job losses and struggling to make ends meet, Christianna knew she had to change her mindset to change her life. Instead of giving up, she dove into e-commerce and transformed her setbacks into opportunities. In just six months, she made $250,000 and has since built a seven-figure income by helping others do the same. Christiann...

This is the second part of my conversation with Ms. Tillman, who wrote "How I Stopped Child Support Legally." In this part, we explore different types of fraud that can happen in family court, especially in child support cases. Please like, comment and subscribe. Also, follow me on all other social media platforms @iam.a.dad - facebook & twitter: @iamadad01 Check out our DAD STORE: http://stor...

In family court, legitimacy refers to the legal status of a child at birth and the legal rights of the child's biological father. This is a clip from my conversation with attorney Joi Fairell. She practices family law in the state of Georgia. Click here to listen to the full episode - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Xgg7zCBnZwLOGS1rqAtgP?si=wdUrmrLTSWafdqtTkHkvIA Please like, comment and subscri...

This is part 1 of my conversation with Keegan Burke, a divorce strategist who went through hell and back during his 10-year divorce, sharing his story and explains how he now helps men prepare for what is often the unfortunate and inevitable. Please like, comment and subscribe. Also, follow me on all other social media platforms @iam.a.dad - facebook & twitter: @iamadad01 Check out our DAD STORE:...

1. Child support modification means asking to change the amount of money the court says you need to pay for child support. Either parent or the child's legal guardian can make this request. 2. Contempt of court is when someone ignores or breaks a court order. Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/2cgUz0fer04?si=vI0BQgrDeHvW3B-w Please like, comment and subscribe. Also, follow me on all oth...

I was going to release this full episode, but I decided against it because of the sensitive content. It was a four-hour episode that I shortened to create a trailer focusing on the importance of fathers being present and active in their children's lives. As parents, we need to be very mindful of how we treat our kids. Many of us (grown) still deal with childhood trauma and mental issues because of...

Attorney Robonetta (Robins) Jones works in North Carolina. She focuses on family law, personal injury, wills and trusts, and business law. This topic was highly requested, and she answered all my questions really well. We hope you enjoy the conversation! Don’t forget to follow her on social media and check out her website at www.lawofficesofrbj.com if you’re in North Carolina and in need of a grea...