Can a judge be biased in a family law case?
Can a judge be biased in a family law case?
Family law disputes can be so emotive, especially where children are involved, that it is all too easy for a party, particularly an unrepresented party, to blame judicial decisions that go against them on a biased judge. Indeed, there are many who believe that all judges (or even all lawyers) are intrinsically biased.
Can a hadkinson order be imposed in Family Court?
It is demonstrative of an increasing desire to bring the family Courts in line with civil law. When faced with such conduct, the Court can impose other sanctions other than a custodial sentence or fine. In serious cases, a Hadkinson order may be considered appropriate.
What is contempt of court and family law?
Contempt of court and Family Law Contempt of Court is an interference with the administration of justice. This may take several forms but each of them will result in justice itself not being properly carried out. It is for this reason that contempt of Court is seen as such a serious offence and which can result in a custodial sentence.
What makes a judge think a case is unfair?
For example, a party may believe that a judge’s ruling was unfair because the judge applied incorrect law, ignored evidence, expressed prejudice or appeared intoxicated during trial.
Family law disputes can be so emotive, especially where children are involved, that it is all too easy for a party, particularly an unrepresented party, to blame judicial decisions that go against them on a biased judge. Indeed, there are many who believe that all judges (or even all lawyers) are intrinsically biased.
Is there issue of how family courts treat men?
The issue of how family courts treat men is certainly one we need to address, given the strength of feeling it engenders. I was very concerned for example, to hear at the conference on Saturday that Dr Sue Whitcombe was alarmed by the bias she perceived from such agencies as CAFCASS, against fathers.
What happens when you appeal a family court decision?
If you disagree with this final and complete order, then you can ask another court to review the decision. When you appeal, the higher court reviews your entire case, meaning all of the documents and evidence presented to the family court.
Why are family courts so bad for children?
The family courts does not have the tools needed to tackle the psychological dysfunction of parents. There is no easy access to therapeutic help or even supervised contact. court buildings are poorly designed and don’t help parents talk to one another at court or feel comfortable in the court room; tensions remain high