This is probably one of the first pieces of advice an attorney will give you during a child custody dispute. If your problems cannot be resolved and a hearing is needed a diary of events may be invaluable.
What should you be tracking? If you child tells you about an event that happened at the other house that concerns you. If it is serious you should discuss it with the other parent and log the event. Also any time you receive communications that are insulting or threatening. Basically if there is anything that seems important you should take the time to log it down.
Why should I log these events? If your case ends up in an evidential hearing random statements do not mean a lot. However if you have all the events recorded and dated they become much more reliable. It gives you additional credibility. Logging a diary can help you avoid a he said, she said battle.
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