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FAZ v MAZ: The £27,109 Family Court Costs Order—and What It Does Not Mean About Abuse Allegations

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Why did the Family Court order a mother to pay £27,109.75 after a disputed sexual-abuse fact-finding hearing? The important distinction is between unproved allegations and unreasonable litigation conduct.
JSH Law Resources and Guidance for Litigants in Person – practical family court information explained in plain English.© 2026 JSH Law Ltd. All rights reserved.

Does the Family Court Need a Fact-Finding Hearing? Cafcass, PD12J and Domestic Abuse Allegations

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If domestic-abuse allegations are disputed in a child-arrangements case, the Family Court does not automatically need a separate fact-finding hearing. But serious allegations cannot simply be left unresolved if Cafcass or the court needs to know whether they are true before assessing risk. This guide explains the current Cafcass practice aid, the PD12J test and what evidence the court actually needs.
JSH Law Resources and Guidance for Litigants in Person – practical family court information explained in plain English.© 2026 JSH Law Ltd. All rights reserved.

Reproductive Coercion, Pregnancy and the Family Court: When “Historic” Abuse Still Matters

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Abuse does not become irrelevant simply because it happened during pregnancy or before a child was born. Reproductive coercion can include contraception interference, forced pregnancy, pressure concerning abortion or reproductive treatment and other conduct designed to undermine reproductive autonomy. This guide explains how such allegations may become relevant in Family Court proceedings, what evidence matters and how to present the history without confusing allegation, evidence and finding.
JSH Law Resources and Guidance for Litigants in Person – practical family court information explained in plain English.© 2026 JSH Law Ltd. All rights reserved.

Cafcass, Domestic Abuse Allegations and Fact-Finding: Lessons from Re D

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The Court of Appeal’s decision in D (Change of Circumstances: Domestic Abuse Allegations) [2026] EWCA Civ 969 explains that Cafcass can assess safeguarding risks but cannot treat disputed allegations as established facts. The judgment highlights when fact-finding may need reconsideration, the importance of the welfare checklist and practical issues for litigants in person responding to section 7 reports.
JSH Law Resources and Guidance for Litigants in Person – practical family court information explained in plain English.© 2026 JSH Law Ltd. All rights reserved.

Remote Hearings in Family Court (UK): What to Expect and How to Prepare

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Family Court hearings may now take place remotely by video or telephone using secure platforms such as CVP or the HMCTS video hearings service. Remote hearings require careful preparation — from technical readiness and privacy to clear communication and procedural awareness. This article explains what remote hearings are, how they work, what to expect on the day, and practical tips for litigants in person navigating these modern court environments.
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Should an Ex-Partner’s Allegations Be Taken at Face Value in Family Court?

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Are allegations in family court automatically believed? This article explains the real standard of proof, how fact-finding works, and why courts act cautiously even before allegations are decided.