Parents in Michigan who are owed back child support might be able to recover payments through state or federal courts. Those who seek to recover via state courts can prepare for court appearances by gathering evidence that they have already attempted to collect...
Divorces can cost a lot of money. On average around the United States, the process of divorce costs about $15,000. In an attempt to reduce costs, some try to go through the process without a lawyer, and that is a huge mistake you do not want to make. The truth of the...
Divorcing couples in Michigan who own a home have several options for dividing it, but they should make sure to avoid some common mistakes as well. One error people make is fighting to keep the home only to find out they cannot afford it. Before deciding to take the...
Those who are planning on getting married in Michigan and elsewhere will ideally have a financial talk prior to doing so. This can help them identify and potentially rectify monetary problems before they negatively impact a marriage. It can also ensure that both...
One thing that parents in Michigan should keep in mind as they are negotiating child custody agreements is how their custody arrangement will affect taxes. One of the issues is who will be as head of household. This may be more complex than it initially appears. The...
When it comes to divorce in Michigan, many fathers feel that they are being denied rights in family law disputes. CNN has reported on the issue by interviewing fathers who claim that they are not being treated fairly by the legal system. According to the report, some...
Facing drug charges can seem like the end of the world, especially when it is your first time. You may think that you are doomed because of this one mistake. Michigan takes drug crimes seriously, so what are you to do to protect your future? The good news is that you...
It's well known that money can be a major source of marital problems for couples in Michigan. Financial stresses and differences over spending and saving practices can lead to serious arguments and even divorce. A survey of 2,000 adults by SunTrust Bank indicated that...
The future can be unpredictable. Michigan couples who want to get married or who are already married should consider making plans for possible situations that may occur in the future. For couples who are currently unmarried, this entails completing a prenuptial...
Divorce is on the rise among older Americans in Grand Rapids and across the country. While the rate of divorce for younger Americans and the population, on the whole, has been on the decline or remained steady, the opposite has held true for people age 50 and up. In...