Parental

Historic Ruling in Hong Kong Grants Parental Rights to Lesbian Couple, Paving the Way for LGBTQ+ Recognition

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HONG KONG — A significant ruling by a Hong Kong judge has granted legal recognition to a lesbian couple as parents of their son, who was conceived through reciprocal in vitro fertilization. This decision marks an important moment for LGBTQ+ rights in a region where same-sex marriage remains unrecognized. The couple, referred to as B and R, underwent the fertility procedure in South Africa in 2020 after marrying there. During the process, R’s egg was fertilized with sperm from an anonymous donor, leading to the birth of their son in Hong Kong in 2021. Despite … Read more

Ex-Judge Files Lawsuit Alleging Violations of Parental Rights Against Knox County Juvenile Court Officials

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Knoxville, Tennessee – A former judge has filed a lawsuit against a juvenile court judge and her supervisor, alleging that they violated his parental rights in a contentious case involving his children. The lawsuit underscores growing concerns about the legal authority of family courts and the protection of parental rights within the judicial system. The plaintiff, identified as a former magistrate in Knox County, claims that his rights as a parent were undermined during a court proceeding that he contends proceeded without appropriate legal grounds. The suit specifically targets the actions of Judge Kelli C. … Read more

Florida Schools Introduce New Law Allowing Corporal Punishment with Parental Consent: A Controversial Compromise

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — In a controversial move, Florida has enacted a law allowing certain parents the choice to authorize corporal punishment in schools, a practice that remains legal in just 14 states across the country. This new law permits families to opt-in to corporal punishment, contingent on approval from their respective school districts. As part of the legislation, school districts that choose to adopt corporal punishment are mandated to create a formal policy ratified by the school board. Once this policy is in place, parents can sign a consent form that grants school staff the … Read more

ACLU Takes Stand Against Texas ‘Parental Rights’ Law with Planned Lawsuit Following Abbott’s Signature

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The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) is preparing to challenge a new parental rights law signed by Texas Governor Greg Abbott, asserting that the legislation could undermine the well-being of children in the state. The law, which took effect following Abbott’s signature, is intended to give parents greater control over their children’s education and medical care. Critics of the law argue that it contains provisions which may hinder educators in addressing the diverse needs of students, particularly those from the LGBTQ+ community. They claim that these changes could lead to discrimination and create an environment … Read more