It's hard to keep a secret these days -- especially if it's a big one, like marital infidelity. Modern technology continues to evolve, and with it, so do the ways in which tech is being used in divorce court.We're talking about geo-tracking devices like your Fitbit,...
Year: 2019
Boomers and same-sex divorce: What to consider
The lingering effects of marriage inequality are still hanging on, even though same-sex marriages have been legal throughout the United States since 2015 -- especially for older same-sex couples who may now be divorcing. If your same-sex marriage is ending, here are...
How do you avoid the ‘divorce penalty’ at Thanksgiving?
When you're separated or divorced at Thanksgiving and without your kids, it can be difficult to feel excited at all. You may just prefer to stay quietly at home until the kids are back from their other parent's house.That could, however, be too much of a price to pay...
Can using marijuana impact your custody case?
Michigan, which already had a robust medical marijuana industry, just became one of the newest states across the nation to also allow recreational use of the drug for adults. While the state is still working out the details surrounding the new law, the increased...
What happens when your ex-spouse won’t surrender your property?
A divorce decree is a legal document that represents orders from the judge and court. However, some people seem to think that they can just ignore any part of the decree that they don't like.This often happens in high-asset cases when one spouse has been ordered to...
What could negatively affect the alimony you receive?
Alimony, also known as spousal support, has become increasingly controversial over the last few years. Many people view alimony as a relic from the past -- when women were expected to stay home for the benefit of the family and not have careers.If you're a dependent...
Can you stop divorce from ruining your credit?
You've probably heard all the horror stories associated with divorce and finances -- but let's turn things around and take a positive approach today, instead.It's time to discuss how to keep your credit score from being adversely affected by your divorce. Take the...
Father jailed over social media posts involving a custody case
A Macomb County man's tragic story of frustration and loss took another turn when he was arrested for social media posts that the judge in his child custody case found potentially threatening.When the man divorced his wife, he asked the court for full custody of his...
When can a divorce agreement be modified?
Divorce doesn't always end the ties between a couple entirely -- especially when there are issues like alimony or child support involved. Those two issues alone can keep cropping up with new problems for years after a divorce is finalized.At times, it may be necessary...
Child support and back-to-school supplies
If you pay child support, you know that your support is designed to cover your share of your child's basic expenses -- like food, shelter and clothing.However, there's nothing basic about the back-to-school season and the expenses that go along with it. If you want to...