2023 - Frank Report

A Fairy Tale Adoption Turns Sour as Ambrose Seeks to Isolate Kids

November 14, 2023

Tara Southern's story is a tale of heartfelt sacrifice and unforeseen consequences. Choosing adoption for her son, Sawyer, she envisioned a life of abundance for him with a seemingly ideal family. The adoptive father, a renowned TV writer, and his wife, who…

Criminal Justice·General·Legal Issues·Prison·Wrongful Convictions

O’Hara: He Took a Plea Deal –Pigeon’s Decision of a Lifetime

by J.J. O'Hara

November 14, 2023

Steve Pigeon, a former Democratic Committee Chair in Erie County, pleaded guilty to Sexual Abuse in the First Degree, marking a significant turn in a case closely followed since its inception nearly two years ago. Pigeon accepted a plea deal that will…

Family Court

CT Family Court: Ambrose’s Adoption Deception Unraveled

by Frank Parlato

November 13, 2023

In a contentious custody battle in CT, suspended attorney Christopher Ambrose holds full custody of his three adopted teens, against their wishes to live with adoptive mother Karen Riordan. Ambrose is aggressively pushing for Riordan's incarceration. The case, initially ruled in his…

NXIVM

NXIVM Member Danielle Roberts Finds New Love Beyond Raniere’s Shadow

by Frank Parlato

November 12, 2023

Danielle Roberts, a former NXIVM member and practicing physician who lost her medical license due to misconduct related to the cult, recently shared photos with Leon Molina, her new partner, on Instagram. In her post, she expressed gratitude for Molina's positive impact…

General

Attorney Connie Reguli’s Clash with Tenessee DCS Child ‘Removal’ System Leads to Suspended Law License

by Frank Parlato

November 11, 2023

Last year Attorney Connie Reguli faced a pivotal legal challenge in Brentwood, Tennessee, after being sentenced to 30 days in jail and two years probation in her fight against the Department of Children's Services. This high-profile case, stemming from charges of custodial…

Criminal Justice·Featured·General·Wrongful Convictions

Coercive Plea Bargain? Pigeon Chooses Eight Months Over Gambling Life in Prison

by Frank Parlato

November 11, 2023

In a dramatic turn of events, G. Steven Pigeon faced a harrowing decision in the face of serious sexual abuse charges. With the risk of a life sentence looming over him, Pigeon grappled with a gut-wrenching choice: accept a plea deal for…

Criminal Justice·Investigations·NXIVM

Judge Denies Raniere’s ‘Frivolous’ Motion to Compel Government to Turn Over Camera Card

by Frank Parlato

November 9, 2023

Title: The Final Verdict: Judge Denies Keith Raniere's Motion Amidst Overwhelming Evidence Excerpt: United States District Judge Nicholas G. Garaufis has made a pivotal decision by denying Keith Raniere's motion to compel the production of evidence, which sought to challenge the legitimacy…

General

Desperate Rochester Mother Seeks Help in Custody Battle Against CPS

by Guest View

November 8, 2023

FR received this comment from someone calling themselves Heather Blondell. Her story sounds like others told lately. Though Heather asks for help, she gives no information about how to contact her. But since she asked us to post it, we will post…

General

WeSpoke Group Demands Actions to Curb ‘Festive’ Divorce Industry; Calls for Cameras in Family Court

by Guest View

November 8, 2023

WeSpoke is a grassroots organization founded by Natalie Blundell. It operates through networks of individuals sharing resources and information, with an emphasis on advocacy to end the abuses of family court. WeSpoke has launched a petition to support its call for Mandatory…

Family Court·General·Parental Alienation

Justice Denied? Father’s Fight for Son Mired in Alleged Legal Cronyism! – Grandmother Speaks Out

by Guest View

November 5, 2023

Amid a bitter custody dispute, Bryce Emert, 17, is caught in the crossfire, yearning to return to his father, Rob's, care. As family court entanglements strip Rob of his parental rights, Bryce's simple wish to be with his dad is lost in…

General·NXIVM

The Truth About Roger Stone and the NXIVM Sex Cult

by Frank Parlato

November 5, 2023

Contrary to the recent murmurings of internet trolls, Roger Stone was neither a member of NXIVM nor a conduit for its sinister activities. Here are the facts: In 2006, NXIVM enlisted Stone’s services to bolster their lobbying efforts. Keith Raniere, alongside Nancy…

General

San Diego DA Bungles Prosecution of Father as Hidden Tapes Emerge; While 16 Year-Old Bryce Emert Battles to Be Heard

by Frank Parlato

November 4, 2023

The best way to show the problems with jury-less family courts, where judges rule as potentates and rapacious lawyers control proceedings behind the scenes, is to publish stories of its victims. The case is Robert Emert and Andrea Schuck. The fight centers…

General

Attorney Stands With Theodora Antar, Citing Desperation in Her Battle for Child Custody

by Guest View

November 4, 2023

In our ongoing coverage of Family Court, FR examines the custody case of Theodora Antar and Matthew Lodice in Connecticut Family Court. The dispute is over their four year old daughter who keeps them connected to each other, when otherwise they each…

General

A Father’s Fight Against Family Court Corruption

by Frank Parlato

November 2, 2023

The following is a true story. I changed the names to protect the innocent from retaliation. And created images that approximately represent the characters in this true life story. By Ethan Wallace I’m a professional in the health industry. I live a…

NXIVM

Marc Elliot Sues HBO; Claims Unauthorized Use of Phone Call

by Frank Parlato

November 2, 2023

Marc Elliot Sues HBO Over NXIVM Series The Vow NXIVM’s Marc Elliot, featured in the HBO documentary series The Vow, is suing the network, producers, and directors of the show. Elliot claims The Vow aired a phone call recorded without his permission,…

General·Strange & Bizarre

Mentally Ill Man Who Threatened ‘Ima Murder u Frank’ Accused of Threatening to ‘Hunt’ and ‘Skin’ US Senator

by Frank Parlato

November 1, 2023

The US Department of Justice has filed a felony complaint against Arther Charles Graham, of Kenai, Alaska, for sending a threatening email to U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska). On September 28, Graham emailed Sen. Murkowski that he was facing eviction and would…

Family Court·General

Three Teens Make Desperate Plea for Protection from Ambrose: Now He Wants to Take Away Their Phones

by Frank Parlato

November 1, 2023

Three adopted Hispanic teenagers, Mia, Matthew, and Sawyer, say they need protection from their father, Christopher Ambrose – but no one is listening. And now he wants the court to cancel their phone service. “Not once in 1,277 days have we gotten…

Criminal Justice

District Attorney John Flynn Stands by Accusations Against Pigeon Despite Lack of Physical Evidence, as Family Members Question Credibility of Teen Accuser

by Frank Parlato

October 30, 2023

Erie County – Nearly two years ago, former Erie County Democratic Chairman, G. Steven Pigeon, was indicted on charges related to an alleged one-time rape of his niece when she was nine years old. His trial is in 35 days. Erie County District…

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