What can be used against you in a custody Battle?
Dr. Long and Dr. Ryba have long been asked by both parents and legal professionals what factors are crucial in assessing parental capacity and influencing custody determinations. Drawing on their extensive experience and a thorough literature review, they present a comprehensive blueprint—a guide for anyone navigating custody evaluations, whether as a parent, guardian ad litem, or legal advocate. This guide serves two critical purposes: it provides parents with a framework to honestly evaluate and improve their own parenting capabilities, and it offers a pathway for those struggling with a co-parent whose severe issues may compromise child safety, helping them advocate effectively within the legal system
Read MoreLearn everything you need to know about psychosexual evaluations, from assessments and court-ordered analysis to their role in legal and therapeutic contexts. Dr. Long & Associates provides expert, nationwide, and online services designed to meet the needs of attorneys, courts, and individuals.
Read MoreParental alienation is a critical issue in high-conflict custody cases, where one parent manipulates a child to reject the other without valid reasons. This comprehensive guide explores evidence-based strategies for identifying parental alienation, distinguishing it from estrangement, and navigating family court evaluations. Learn about expert methods, including interviews, behavioral observations, communication analysis, and the role of third-party reports, to protect the child’s best interests and ensure fair custody outcomes.
Read MoreForensic evaluators play a crucial role in determining a defendant's competency to stand trial, involving a comprehensive evaluation of their mental and cognitive abilities. Findings are presented in a written report submitted to the court, and the evaluator may also provide expert testimony. Competency to stand trial case law establishes that defendants must comprehend the legal proceedings against them and participate in their defense, and the court must raise concerns about competency if evidence of incompetence exists. In cases where medication is needed to restore competency, the court balances the defendant's liberty interest against the government's desire for a fair trial.
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