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When a Michigan couple heads for divorce, the process can cause anger and resentment especially if there are accusations of infidelity or other wrongdoing. Even if neither party is accused of anything sordid, it is still becoming increasingly more common for family...
The first of January marks a new year, and for divorcing couples this can be a great time to focus on the life changes they are making. Setting goals that will help you get through the toughest days of divorce can allow you to move on to happier times and take on the...
Some people in Michigan who divorce may have been married for 20 or 30 years or even longer. Divorce among older people is on the rise, and in 2014, divorce was twice as common for people over 50 than in 1990. The number rises even higher for people over the age of...
Although some Michigan families are able to work out a system that allows everyone to continue to have strong relationships following a divorce, other former spouses are unable to set aside their differences. This can have a serious impact on the children, as they...
It is common for Michigan parents to enter into a new relationship after they have gotten divorced. In some cases, these new partners may live far away, and the parents may want to move closer to them. When there are children involved, it is important for the parents...
Young couples in Michigan who are deciding to get married may be more likely to set up prenuptial agreements than newlyweds from previous generations. According to a survey of 1,600 members of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, 51 percent of attorneys...
Once you have chosen an attorney, you should focus on additional aspects of preparing for a divorce. An experienced lawyer can help you navigate the legal angles of your case, but there are things you can do to increase your chances of receiving a fair settlement....
People in Michigan who are divorcing and who are carrying student loan debt might wonder whether that debt will be affected by the divorce. In general, student loan debt acquired prior to marriage remains the property of the person who took out the debt. Student loan...
Nicole Curtis, star of the HGTV show "Rehab Addict" has been in a protracted custody battle with her ex-boyfriend and the father of her 1-year-old child Harper. Michigan residents might recall that Shane Maguire filed a paternity suit when a DNA test proved that he...
When Michigan parents are going through a divorce, child custody and visitation can sometimes be a contentious issue. If they are unable to agree on it themselves, the judge will make the decision. Unless there are extreme circumstances such as substance abuse, for...