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Things people do wrong in child custody disputes

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Ben and Heather have put together a "top 10" list of mistakes people make when it comes to child custody disputes.  In this episode they explain why each of these is a mistake and what you could consider doing instead.

  1. Bad-mouthing the other parent – especially in front of your child.
  2. Trying to make your child feel sorry for you.
  3. Refusing to communicate with the other parent.
  4. Denying the other parent access to their child.
  5. Putting your own interests ahead of your child’s.
  6. Making big decisions about your child without consulting the other parent – ie/ school, medical treatment, place of residence.
  7. Telling your child that they get to choose their living arrangements.
  8. Lying to the court about your drug or alcohol use.
  9. Coaching your child before family report interviews.
  10. Breaching court orders.
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