In Michigan, drivers who are accused of operating while intoxicated (OWI) must remember the litany of consequences they may face in the aftermath. Among the penalties that can be assessed are fines, jail time, community service, a driver’s license suspension, points...
When a Michigan couple gets married, they are filled with excitement and optimism for their future. But not every marriage lasts forever and occasionally a divorce becomes imminent. A divorce can be one of the worst times of a person’s life, not only for emotional...
Child support is an important family law topic that is relevant to Michigan parents who have minor children and who go through divorces or separations. When two parents end their relationship, they must find ways to provide their children with love, support, and...
Divorce is not the four-letter word it once was, but this does not mean that it has become any easier. Even just the decision to file for divorce is normally an arduous choice. After all, especially for those that have been married for decades, the thought of starting...
State legislators in Michigan live in something of a glass bubble. Every time they stray into one or more kinds of impropriety, they are immediately subject to criticism from several sources. A prime example of this phenomenon is the recent arrest of Rep. Bryan...
Divorce is a complicated process but is often more complicated for couples with children. The main hurdle that these couples face is determining who will get custody of the kids. One reason this can be difficult is because most people are not familiar with the...
If you are getting a divorce, making sure that your child’s needs are met once the divorce is finalized is of critical importance. In Michigan, the time each parent spends with the child (when the parents live in separate households) is referred to as parenting time....
There are many different drugs that people use in Michigan. They have different purposes and many times they are useful if people take them with a valid prescription. However, there many people who take these drugs without a valid prescription and there are others who...
If one is reading this blog, it is possible that they are thinking about divorce. Thoughts of divorce can come up for a variety of reasons. But, especially during the last 12 months, with the divorce tsunami in full swing, thoughts of divorce are natural. After all,...
When a couple divorces in Michigan, spousal support is part of the property division process. Spouses may be surprised to know, however, that there is no formula to determine whether a person will receive spousal support or how much he or she might receive. The...