Divorce poses numerous challenges, one of the most significant being the division of property. For many couples, the family home is the most valuable asset, both financially and emotionally. Deciding whether to keep or sell the home is often a difficult decision. In...
Did you know that the divorce rate in the US is third in the world? In fact, for every 1,000 people, 2.3 will get a divorce. Fortunately, this rate has decreased over the last few years. Divorce is messy, and it has financial and emotional consequences. However, it is...
Dating during your divorce could introduce some tricky complications. While it is certainly not prohibited, you will want to think carefully before making any major moves. When you understand the impact that dating could have on your life during this unprecedented...
If you and your spouse mutually agree to divorce, your relationship is good enough to talk with each other, and you are willing to come up with a fair divorce settlement, you may be able to avoid litigation. Mediation and collaborative law are two alternative methods...
If you have kids, it is vital to focus on various legal issues that you could face during and after the divorce process. As a parent, you could face challenges as a result of decreased time with your child due to a custody decision. Additionally, you could have to pay...
It is not uncommon for spouses to be on each other's health insurance plans. Usually, one spouse, whoever has the best plan, will cover the other spouse and any children. If you are divorcing and you do not have your own plan, this is something you have to think...
Before you can separate property in a divorce, you will need to divide all assets into separate and marital property. While this may seem like an easy task, it can get complicated. Separate property is that which you brought into the marriage or includes legally...
If you and your former spouse bought a house together, a divorce could make your future in that home uncertain. Divorcing couples have a couple of options, including selling the house and dividing the proceeds or one person remaining while the other leaves. No matter...
Ending your marriage can bring up many different challenges, from financial issues concerning divorce (such as alimony and the division of property) to legal matters involving children. Paperwork, court and making sense of the divorce process are often difficult....
Child support payments ensure that noncustodial parents are financially responsible for their families. Michigan has unique rules for determining child support based on quantitative guidelines. If you are a divorcing parent who lives in Michigan, it is important to...
