Nonprofit Founder Poised to Flee as Ex Wives Demand Fair Trials and Return of Funds Taken from Duped Donors
By Susan Bassi and Fred Johnson The Tainted Trials, Tarnished Headlines Stolen Justice series is an ongoing…
Navigating the Shadows: Unveiling the Disturbing Realities in Family Law
By Judi-Beth Atwood In the intricate tapestry of family law, a disconcerting narrative often unfolds—one that remains…
Court Spends $70,000 on Photos, Catering and Gift Cards Despite Court Reporter Shortage
By Fred Johnson and Susan Bassi As budgetary challenges leave self-help centers understaffed and courtrooms without court…
Clients and Nonprofit Donors Sue Attorneys for False Advertising and Deceptive Business Practices
Editor’s Note: This article is part of the Tainted Trials, Tarnished Headlines, Stolen Justice Series appearing exclusively…
Guest Commentary: Unmasking Injustice – A Personal Odyssey through Colorado’s Corrupt Family Court
By Judi-Beth Atwood Colorado Corruption—California, brace yourself for a chilling exposé unveiling the dark underbelly of the…
Records Reveal Suspicious Timing Surrounding Divorce Attorney Death
Records Revealed is a special addition to the Davis Vanguard. This week’s column highlights public records obtained…
Family Court Judge Loses Immunity in Federal Lawsuit after Conducting Warrantless Search on Ex- Husband’s Property
By Fred Johnson and Susan Bassi Family Court Judge Louise Goldston presided over a family court hearing…
Restraining Orders Fail to Protect Family Court Judges and Children as Public Policy Intends
By Susan Bassi and Fred Johnson Judge Lawrence Riff of Los Angeles County Superior Court once told…
Is Your Child’s Attorney a Crook?
By Susan Bassi and Fred Johnson Valerie Houghton was facing criminal prosecution for securities fraud related to…
Judge Shot and Killed Hours after Stripping Father of Custody in Divorce Case
by Susan Bassi and Fred Johnson Hours after his ex-wife was awarded full care, control and custody…
Public Records Revealed: Column Seeks to Educate Citizen Journalists Interested in Local Court Reporting and Government Watchdogging
By Fred Johnson and Susan Bassi The Davis Vanguard is excited to introduce “Records Revealed”, a weekly…
Family Court Judges Order Sale of Family Homes to Pay Divorce Attorney Fees (Updated 10/9)
By Susan Bassi and Fred Johnson Over the past two decades, as California’s real estate values have…
Parents Stripped of Custody by California Family Courts File Federal Lawsuit
By Susan Bassi and Fred Johnson Attorney Matthew Phillips has initiated a federal lawsuit on behalf of…
Kassenoff Sues Social Media Journalist – Influencer for Defamation (Updated)
By Fred Johnson and Susan Bassi Reporter’s Note and update: After consultation with attorneys familiar with the…
Kids Snatched from Grandma’s House Take to Social Media to Expose Family Court
By Stephen James and Susan Bassi Last fall, the nation was shaken by a shocking video that…
Power Outage Disrupts Secret Judge Club Investigation
By Susan Bassi, Lexi Logan and Fred Johnson California’s Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC), the bipartisan political…
Kassenoff Kids: Attorneys Stealing from Children in Family Court
Tainted Trials, Tarnished Headlines, Stolen Justice, Part Six – Minors Counsel Editors Note: Part Six of this…
Disneyland Dads: E- Tickets in Family Court and Evilsizor Attorneys
By Susan Bassi Growing up, I was fortunate to have a father who played an active role…
Kassenoff Effect: TikTok Takedowns and Attorneys for Children
Editor’s Note: The Kassenoff Effect is part of the Vanguard’s expanded family court coverage. This series seeks…
Mother’s Death Bed Facebook Post Exposes Abusive Attorneys and the Family Court System
By Susan Bassi and Fred Johnson In a single gut-wrenching Facebook post, accompanied by compelling videos and…
