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Divorce is a costly transaction. After all, your marital property is going to be divided, and child support and alimony may both be in play. If you’re court ordered to pay spousal support, then you can feel the crushing financial burden of your obligation for years or...
Regardless of what the law says, mothers are often favored in child custody disputes. That’s unfair, and it can leave a father feeling overlooked and cheated. But fathers who find themselves facing child custody challenges shouldn’t be deterred from seeking the time...
Co-parenting after divorce may be difficult for parents who argued about many issues when they were married. Even if parents disagree on parenting issues, they can avoid these common mistakes. Competition Using child custody as a competition is one of the most common...
Property division can be difficult to navigate during the divorce process. It can be challenging for a divorcing couple to divide up their life together, including their home, property and assets. For that reason, it can be useful for them to be familiar with some...
People from all walks of life can experience domestic violence. It is a common problem which affects many Michiganders. In these cases, it takes a lot of courage for a victim to leave the relationship and do what she needs to do to protect herself and her children. On...
Every state has different procedures for divorce that may factor in residency requirements, waiting or separation periods, serving process, or custody considerations. As Michigan couples in Oakland and surrounding counties are deciding how to proceed, knowing what...
For those that have decided that divorce is needed, one thing that can hold them back is the perceived emotional fallout from that decision. This is true, even if the divorce will be amicable and, sometimes, even if the marriage is chaotic. Though, once one accepts...
There’s an old adage that those who you love can hurt you the most. When they do, it feels like a betrayal of the highest order – you should feel safest in your own home, with the people you love, but domestic violence makes this impossible. If this is your life, it...
A request for alimony support can be made by either of the spouses during the divorce process. Unless the parties agree to alimony in their out-of-court settlement, it will be up to the divorce court to determine if the alimony award will be granted. It is important...
Online dating is, by all measurements, mainstream. As such, it is no surprise that by 2035, most people will meet their significant other online, at least according to one 2019 study. Though, could there be a downside to not meeting face-to-face? According to a...