One of the most contentious issues in divorce proceedings is settling matters related to child custody. While property interests and issues of support can take up much of the procedure, the best interests of the child will generally be the top priority of all...
Divorce will affect you financially since you will have to split some of your property with your ex-spouse. But it's not only property that is up for division. Debt, too, forms part of the marital estate and will be divided equitably between both of you. It means that...
Green beer, green hair and pub crawls are all familiar parts of St. Patrick’s Day in the United States. In fact, St. Patrick’s Day is one of the biggest “binge drinking” days of the year – particularly among young people. It’s also a big day for alcohol-related car...
Divorce is one of the most stressful life events anyone can ever go through. During the divorce process, some couples step up to the plate, set aside their differences and work towards ensuring that their children receive the best parenting possible. However, it is...
Usually, the courts determine child custody cases based on the child's best interests. It means that the child's well-being and safety take priority no matter the parent's opinions on how things should go regarding custody. However, circumstances may later change,...
Where children are involved, both parents usually put their best interests at the center of divorce proceedings. After that, couples need to take into account the impact that divorce could have on their finances. Every divorce will come at some financial cost, but...
Even the most amicable divorces present unique challenges. The settlements obtained during divorce proceedings can have life-altering consequences. As a result, it is important to negotiate a settlement that works for you. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to...
Michigan has a problem with drunk driving – and the Michigan State Police and other law enforcement agencies are aiming to put a stop to it this holiday season. Once again, the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign has begun, running from Dec. 17, 2021, through...
Not all couples who decide to end their marriage immediately begin living separately. Although one person often does move out of the home, that’s not always possible. Sometimes, it’s just not affordable to get a new residence until the financial arrangements have been...
It is generally in the best interests of a child that both parents are involved in their upbringing. However, following a divorce, the family structure may change, but that does not mean that either parent is entirely secluded from discharging their parental...