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Can DHR Force Me to Sign a Safety Plan? Read This First
A DHR caseworker shows up and hands you a “safety plan.” It sounds harmless—just a few things to agree to for now. But be careful. That...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 175 min read
Can DHR Terminate My Parental Rights? The Harsh Truth
Few things strike more fear into a parent’s heart than the idea of losing their child permanently. But if DHR / CPS is involved, that...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 175 min read
Can DHR Force Me to Take a Drug Test? What You Need to Know Right Now
When DHR gets involved in your life, it can feel like you’ve already been judged. One of the first things they may ask—or demand—is that...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 176 min read
False Reports to DHR: When Your Ex Tries to Weaponize the System
Who Is DHR, and Why Do They Have So Much Power in Family Court? The Department of Human Resources (DHR) plays a critical role in...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 166 min read
How a DHR Safety Plan Can Impact Custody—And What to Watch For
Who Is DHR, and Why Do They Have So Much Power in Family Court? The Department of Human Resources (DHR) plays a critical role in...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 166 min read
DHR Knocked on My Door Without Warning—What Are My Rights?
Who Is DHR, and Why Do They Have So Much Power in Family Court? The Department of Human Resources (DHR) plays a critical role in...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 166 min read
What Not to Say to a Guardian ad Litem: Avoiding the Mistakes That Can Cost You Custody
What Exactly Is a Guardian ad Litem? Understanding Their Role, Authority, and Why They Matter A Guardian ad Litem (GAL) is a...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 165 min read
Guardian ad Litem Interview Questions You Should Expect—and How to Answer Them with Confidence
What Exactly Is a Guardian ad Litem? Understanding Their Role, Authority, and Why They Matter A Guardian ad Litem (GAL) is a...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 165 min read
Guardian ad Litem Home Visit Checklist: How to Prepare, What to Expect, and What Judges Really Notice
What Exactly Is a Guardian ad Litem? Understanding Their Role, Authority, and Why They Matter A Guardian ad Litem (GAL) is a...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 165 min read
How to Explain Parallel Parenting to a Judge (Without Sounding Like the Problem)
Judges want one thing in custody cases: the best interests of the child. If you request parallel parenting, you must present it not as a...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 155 min read
When to Stop Trying to Co-Parent and Start Parallel Parenting
At first, you may have tried your best to co-parent. You answered texts. You compromised. You did what the court asked. What Is Parallel...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 155 min read
Parallel Parenting vs. Co-Parenting: Which One Protects You in Court?
When a relationship breaks down and children are involved, parenting doesn’t end—but it does transform. Co-parenting is often the court's...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 156 min read
Negotiating After Failed Mediation: Stay Realistic, Stay Firm
When mediation fails, it’s not the end—it’s the beginning of a new legal strategy. With a narcissist, failed mediation is often...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 144 min read
Inside the Mediation Room: What to Expect When Facing a Narcissist
Walking into mediation with a narcissist is not a level playing field—it’s a psychological performance stage. Knowing what to expect...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 144 min read
Preparing for Mediation with a Narcissist: Documents, Mindset, and What to Expect
Mediation is often billed as a civil alternative to court—but when you're dealing with a narcissist, that "civil" mask can quickly slip....
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 144 min read
Moving On After a Narcissist—Avoiding Hoovering and Maintaining No Contact
Introduction You escaped his cheating and gaslighting, but he’s still pulling: late-night texts, guilt trips, declarations of love. This...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 135 min read
Love Bombing and Trauma Bonds—Why You Stay When He Cheated
Introduction After he cheated, everything changed—but his sudden niceness might have felt so good you forgot why you left. That’s no...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 135 min read
Red Flags You’re Dating a Narcissist (After He Cheated and Gaslights You)
Introduction You caught him cheating—and instead of taking responsibility, he twists the narrative to make you feel guilty. That...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 135 min read
My Ex Girlfriend Won’t Let Me See My Child – What Are My Rights? (Rebuilding After Parental Alienation)
You finally get your visitation time—but your child avoids eye contact, refuses to speak, or seems angry at you for no reason. It’s like...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 135 min read
My Ex Girlfriend Won’t Let Me See My Child – What Are My Rights? (Co-Parenting with a Narcissist)
You’re not just dealing with a breakup—you’re dealing with a power struggle. Every time you ask to see your child, your ex responds with...
Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 135 min read
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