Re-entering the dating world after a divorce can be thrilling and daunting. Therefore, before embarking on a new romantic journey, it's essential to take a step back and reflect on your needs and desires. Consider the lessons learned from your previous relationship...
Month: February 2023
Michigan’s “Good Samaritan” law seeks to minimize fatal overdoses
Too often, when people are using drugs with someone who appears to overdose, their first instinct is to flee the scene. Many won’t even call 911 out of fear that their call will be tracked to their cellphone. Sometimes, even if they’re able to, people won’t even call...
Co-parent guide to giving children holiday gifts
Something as joyful as gift-giving can become a point of tension when you’re co-parenting. Going into the holiday season with a plan for how gifts will be handled can reduce the stress considerably. Open communication is vital in co-parenting but becomes even more...
Is taking an automobile always a felony in Michigan?
If someone accuses you of stealing, you will benefit from a serious, proactive approach. At the same time, you should also know that some theft charges pose more severe consequences than others upon conviction. As you might imagine, motor vehicle theft is one of the...
Why “oversharing” is a bad idea during divorce
When you’re going through a divorce, it’s only natural to want to vent – but you need to be very careful about who you talk to during this time and what you say. If you “overshare” by giving out too much information about your divorce and related issues, you could...
When does signing a prenup make sense?
Love is a wonderful thing. And when you meet that “special someone,” you can probably look forward to spending the rest of your life with them. But not all marriages last a lifetime. A prenuptial agreement is a legal contract that soon-to-marry couples sign to define...
Can coffee help you avoid a DUI?
You don’t want to get pulled over and find yourself facing serious drunk driving charges. At the same time, you may be out at the bar with friends, and you know that you have consumed a substantial amount of alcohol. You suspect that your own blood alcohol...
Divorce doesn’t always mean selling the house
One of your options for the house, if you’re getting divorced, is to sell it. This often does make things easy. You can divide other assets simply by splitting up items, but you can’t divide the house. If you sell it, that turns it into a financial asset, which you...
How a DUI conviction can affect child custody proceedings
A DUI conviction will likely affect child custody decisions even when it does not result in jail time. This is because the child's best interests always take priority in custody proceedings, and anything that could risk their well-being informs the court's decision....
What’s a 70/30 child custody split in Michigan?
The 70/30 child custody split is a concept that has gained attention among divorcing couples. Michigan, like most states, recognizes legal and physical custody. Legal custody is the authority parents are granted to make life-changing decisions on behalf of their kids....