Many people in Michigan view divorce as an ending. But for some people, divorce is actually a beginning. A newly divorced individual gets to live the way they want to without having to answer to their former spouse. Filing for divorce even has certain financial...
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Are divorced people eligible for spousal Social Security?
When a couple files for divorce in Michigan, the things that they once took for granted are suddenly called into question. Many couples wonder what will happen to their Social Security payments after they get divorced. Will they still be eligible for spousal benefits,...
Why hire a financial planner during a divorce in Michigan?
While arguments about money are often cited as a frequent cause of divorce, ending a marriage can result in its own set of financial issues. If one of the individuals didn't manage the couple's money and didn't know much about their assets, they might find themselves...
Visitation transportation plans ease custody sharing issues
Shared custody often results from a divorce. When the former spouses agree to share custody of their children, the issue of transportation arises. While many marriages end on relatively peaceful terms, many do not. Whether your divorce ended amicably or under a cloud...
Important factors for white collar charges
White collar crimes happen more frequently than people may think. Many people may not think white collar crimes are very serious, perhaps due to their nonviolent nature, but the law treats them as serious criminal offenses. For those who may be facing such charges, it...
How your disability could have factored into your arrest
Many people have disabilities. Quite a few fall under the purview of the ADA, depending on the situation. Even if your disability does not, it could have factored unfairly into your arrest. For example, if you rolled or hurt your ankle earlier in the day and told that...
Different degrees of retail fraud
Retail fraud is simply a term used in Michigan to describe the crime of shoplifting. Theft from stores is one of the most common crimes in the entire country with the National Association of Shoplifting Prevention reporting that police have caught over 10 million...
A co-parent is a better parent
Both Michigan society and the courts are favoring robust co-parenting arrangements. When parents otherwise may have an acrimonious relationship when they split, the newer atmosphere of consideration of what is in the best interests of the children may persuade them to...
How to exercise your right to remain silent
You may have heard that the law does not require you to talk to a law enforcement officer if he or she questions you. The Miranda warning even includes the clear statement that you have the right to remain silent. However, you do not necessarily want to just press...
Making your stepchild part of the family
If you are in a second marriage and your new spouse has a son or daughter, the subject of adoption may come up. Is this a good idea? Is everyone in favor of it, including the child? Adoption is a big decision and should be considered carefully. First, you must be...