Fatherless Day: A day when fathers' rights take center stage Once a year, a day comes when we take time to honor and remember the fathers among us. We call it Father's Day. This Father's Day, some fathers were fortunate. They were able to spend the day with their children, reveling in their role of…
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Illinois to be first in nation with ‘right of refusal’ visitation
Illinois to be first in nation with 'right of refusal' visitation We have previously written in this blog about changes to child custody laws making their way through the Illinois Legislature. One bill recently passed by Illinois legislators is the so-called Right of First Refusal bill, making it the first state to officially add this…
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New women’s group seeks to promote fathers’ rights in parenting
New women's group seeks to promote fathers' rights in parenting What does feminist and former president of the National Organization for Women Karen DeCrow have in common with Phyllis Schlafly, a noted ultra-conservative and founder of the Eagle Forum, a group fighting for traditional family values? They're both founding members of a new advocacy group…
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What should involved dads know about fathers’ rights in divorce?
What should involved dads know about fathers' rights in divorce? If you're a dad with kids and a divorce is in your future, you may be wondering if it's true that even actively involved fathers face huge obstacles in child custody and visitation determinations. Do divorce courts automatically award the primary physical custody and the…
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