Category Archive for: ‘Alimony’
Are Stay-at-Home Parents Entitled to Spousal Support?
Many people view spousal support for stay-at-home parents as a kind of charity. However, that’s the wrong idea. First, it’s important to recognize that settlement in a divorce isn’t about punishing anyone. Rather, it’s about […]
CONTINUE READING5 Common Myths About Fathers’ Rights in Michigan
There are many widespread misconceptions about what fathers are entitled to in divorce and custody proceedings. Some of them are out-and-out myths. This article will bust some of the most flagrant and harmful ones so […]
CONTINUE READINGHow a Michigan Court Determines Child Support Adjustments After a Job Loss
When a change of circumstances occurs for a parent who’s obligated to pay monthly child support in Michigan, the court provides a mechanism to adjust the payment amount. In many cases, this change is a […]
CONTINUE READINGThe Importance of Legal Representation in Michigan Child Custody Cases
There’s a long list of mistakes that you can make in a child custody battle. Representing yourself easily falls among the top ten — if not at the top of the list. While going it […]
CONTINUE READINGWhat to Do if You Can’t Afford Your Child Support Payments in Michigan
Life happens, and you might fall behind on child support payments. Alternatively, you might be keeping up with current payments but still owe past-due support. It’s a stressful situation in either case, but it’s one […]
CONTINUE READINGCan a Parenting Plan Help Avoid Custody Disputes?
Custody disputes can be long and expensive in Michigan. Fortunately, there are ways to mitigate the issues associated with custody disputes. One popular option is a parenting plan. Ideally, a parenting plan serves as a […]
CONTINUE READINGUnderstanding the “Best Interests of the Child” Standard in Michigan Custody Cases
Your child’s “best interests” are central to your Michigan divorce or custody proceeding. Any visitation or custody order the court enters is supposed to consider and support these best interests. However, the court’s idea of your child’s best interests may differ vastly from your opinion. Understanding how the judge determines your child’s best interests is crucial to succeeding in custody ...
CONTINUE READING5 Unique Challenges of Military Divorces
Military life is hard on both the servicemember and their spouse. These difficulties do not go away just because the couple decides to divorce. Instead, a military couple who divorces will find that new challenges […]
CONTINUE READINGHow to Prove Financial Need for Alimony in Michigan
Divorce courts can order one spouse to pay the other alimony as part of the final divorce decree in Michigan. However, courts typically do not make such an order without a need for it. If […]
CONTINUE READINGEmergency Custody Orders in Michigan: When and How to File
Traditional court processes can move slowly and are often ill-equipped to address urgent matters that need immediate attention. Fortunately, when a crisis happens, the law empowers Michigan courts to consider and enter emergency orders. Such […]
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