One of the most difficult things for divorced parents to do is to figure out how to help their children thrive after the split. The child custody arrangement is one of the cornerstones of this occurring, so it’s imperative that parents get things in order quickly. If...
Month: April 2020
Considering a trial separation? Preparation is critical.
If one or both spouses are uncertain about whether they wish to end their marriage, they have an option to test a trial separation. A trial separation allows spouses to carefully consider the decision to divorce, all while they experience what a divorce might be like...
What is a gray divorce?
Gray divorce is certainly not a technical term but merely applies to many divorce cases when people are in their 50s, 60s or beyond. There are other names for it, such as silver divorce, but they all refer to the same thing: People who are later in life and deciding...
Michigan professionals charged with an OWI face career risks
In Michigan, state prosecutors and law enforcement officials refer to drunk driving offenses as operating while intoxicated (OWI). An OWI charge carries a variety of consequences depending on whether there were aggravating factors at the time of your arrest and your...
Can Breathalyzers detect other substances?
Recreational marijuana officially became legal in Michigan back in 2018. However, there are still strict regulations surrounding the use of marijuana. Individuals must be over 21, and they can only have up to 2.5 ounces on their person. Much like alcohol, it is also...
Who gets the dog in the divorce?
Our pets can be an important part of our families. The moment families bring a furry, lovable little dog or cat home, they become an integral part of the household and the heart. That is why, when couples pursue a divorce, many of them wonder: who will keep the family...
Michigan Supreme Court establishes new rule in criminal cases
As we see on television programs, evidence plays a large role in a criminal case. Prosecutors must “prove beyond a reasonable doubt” that an individual committed a crime. Often, this evidence is collected in the discovery process. What is the discovery process?...