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The Supreme Court of India has severely criticized a family court in Karnataka for repeatedly granting divorce decrees to a man who abandoned his wife and son and failed to provide financial support. The court found the judicial system to be ‘grossly injudicious’ in this case and ordered a significant increase in alimony for the woman while ensuring the family home remains in her possession. The court also emphasized the importance of protecting the son’s rights to maintenance and education.

Dawn Devlin, 57, attacked Gemma Fox and her mother, Christine Lucas, following a custody hearing at St Helens family court. Devlin struck Gemma with a walking stick and was also convicted of assaulting Lucas. Lauren Hargreaves, Devlin’s son’s new partner, also assaulted Gemma. The brawl was stopped by Gemma’s ex-partner.