Parents who are going through a divorce can’t stop parenting their children just because their romantic relationship stopped. The emotions caused by the factors that ended the relationship can often cause stress, so it’s up to the adults to figure out how to reduce...
Legal separation is an option in Michigan, but the state refers to it by a different name: separate maintenance. While Michigan does not formally recognize "legal separation" as some other states do, separate maintenance serves a similar purpose. It allows spouses to...
How much alcohol can a driver drink before it is considered drunk driving? In Michigan, the legal limit of blood alcohol content (BAC) is 0.08%. BAC means the amount of alcohol in a driver’s system at the time of testing. If a driver is caught with a high BAC limit,...
Many people assume that divorce is more likely if they are in constant conflict with their spouse. Maybe they have fights and disagreements on a consistent basis. Maybe they feel like every little disagreement turns into a major argument, and they can sense that this...
The U.S. Constitution is a beacon of justice, designed to uphold the rights and freedoms of individuals. Among its most vital protections are those afforded to people charged with a crime. These safeguards help ensure fairness and reflect the nation's commitment to...
Divorce involves not just dividing up the marital assets acquired during the marriage. Marital debt like credit card balances, mortgages and car loans must also be addressed. Understanding how these debts are divided in Michigan can help you prepare for what lies...
It is illegal to drive while under the influence of alcohol. However, many people will have a relatively small amount to drink and still decide to get behind the wheel. For example, someone who has a glass of wine at a steakhouse in Grand Rapids may not think twice...
If you’re facing criminal charges, you might be worried about the potential impact it might have on your parental rights and relationship with your child. Will a conviction risk your custody or visitation rights? It all depends on the nature of the conviction and...
January is one of the most popular months for people to file for divorce. One reason is that they see the turn of the year as an ideal opportunity to schedule a change in their lives. Another is that they had decided on a divorce some time ago but wanted to wait to...
Many people set fire to something when they were kids to see what would happen. Most of the time, nothing further came of it, bar perhaps a telling off if their parents ever found out. As an adult, setting fire to something will typically be taken much more seriously...