The Kentucky Court of Appeals reversed a family court finding that a grandmother, grandfather, and aunt abused a five month old child based on nothing more than household access. Bowman Legal won the appeal.
In Sharp v. Watts (2025-CA-1184-MR), the Kentucky Court of Appeals vacated a custody order that denied a father all contact with his children without making the required statutory findings under KRS 403.270 and KRS 403.320.
When Family Courts Skip the Hearing: A Kentucky Court of Appeals Reminder
The Kentucky Court of Appeals made clear in Allen v. Newton what the statute already says: once a family court enters an Emergency Protective Order, an evidentiary hearing is not optional. It is mandatory.
Louisville attorney Jason Bowman wins unanimous Kentucky Court of Appeals decision vacating domestic violence order. Due process violation in Jefferson Family Court.
In White v. Cole (Ky. Ct. App. Aug. 29, 2025), the Kentucky Court of Appeals reversed a Jefferson Family Court order that stripped a father of joint custody and granted sole custody to the mother—despite the fact that she never requested it. The appellate court held this was a clear violation of due process and a misapplication of Kentucky’s custody statutes. The opinion also warned family courts to follow the law when relying on Friends of the Court (FOC), requiring timely reports and adherence to witness rules. While the Court affirmed contempt sanctions against the father for violating visitation orders, it reinstated joint custody, sending a strong reminder that Kentucky law presumes joint custody and that courts must respect due process every step of the way.
In Lemaster v. Stiltner, the Kentucky Supreme Court expanded the rights of unmarried partners to establish de facto custodianship. Learn how this groundbreaking decision impacts child custody cases and how Bowman Legal can help protect your rights.
Kentucky parents: New court ruling on child neglect for educational/supervision failures. Know your rights and obligations. Full analysis by @BowmanLegal #KentuckyLaw #ParentalRights #FamilyLaw
Bowman Legal breaks down the latest Kentucky Court of Appeals decision regarding a reversal of a neglect finding. Bowman Legal represents individuals throughout Kentucky, including, Jefferson, Oldham, Shelby counties.
Kentucky Court of Appeals reversed parental rights termination due to insufficient evidence. Learn about new precedent affecting family law cases, procedural requirements, and parental rights protection. Keywords: Kentucky parental rights termination, family law precedent, KRS 625.090, clear and convincing evidence, child custody appeals, Kentucky family court
The Kentucky Court of Appeals reversed a Jefferson Family Court decision and ordered that a Domestic Violence Order (DVO) must be granted after finding that the lower court failed to properly consider ongoing threats, substance abuse, and the cumulative history of violence. In Maupin v. Garrard, the Court emphasized that the totality of the circumstances—not just recent behavior—must guide decisions in domestic violence cases, especially when children’s safety is involved. This ruling reinforces important protections for victims under Kentucky law.