The case “R.H. v. B.F.” was heard by the Appeals Court of Massachusetts and involved issues of child custody, abuse prevention, and the application of battered woman syndrome. The case originated in the Nantucket Division of the Probate and Family Court, where the mother, represented by Carol A. Witt, and the father, represented by Wayne F. Holmes, contested custody matters. The court considered the implications of abuse and the psychological impact on the mother, ultimately making a decision based on the best interests of the child. The case highlights the complexities involved in custody disputes where allegations of abuse are present and the role of the Probate Court in making determinations that prioritize child welfare.