An operating while intoxicated (OWI) offense can cause a cascade of serious consequences. The person accused may have to take their case to trial. Employers, neighbors and other people might learn about the charges. If the accused motorist ends up convicted or enters...
Divorce is synonymous with family court proceedings. People must involve the judicial system to legally end a marital relationship. Thankfully, it is not automatically necessary to litigate the terms of a divorce. Spouses generally have the option of working with one...
An operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) charge is a serious traffic offense and also a crime. Depending on the circumstances, those accused of an OWI could face either a misdemeanor or felony charge. The penalties possible range from probation and driver's...
When you go through a divorce, you and your ex have several options to choose from when it comes to raising the children. One of these options is to co-parent, which means that you will need to be able to communicate effectively. Making that happen isn’t always easy,...
In Michigan, you have the right to testify in your own defense or not. This means no one can force you to speak in court during your trial, and choosing to remain silent does not mean you are guilty. That said, the decision to take the stand is something that can...
Operating while intoxicated (OWI) offenses are somewhat common in West Michigan. Drivers can face charges after they cause crashes, fail breath tests or display impaired ability at the wheel. Those accused of an OWI offense may worry about jail time, driver's license...
When children grow up and leave the house, the parents are often referred to as "empty nesters." Their children have moved on to get married, buy their own homes, go to college or something else of this nature. It is a major change in a person’s life stage and a...
Communication between co-parents can be challenging – particularly in the early days of parenting separately. It can be difficult to keep personal feelings and resentments out of it and focus on the child. This is where chatbots and other conversational artificial...
If you are going through a divorce with a school-going child, it's vital that their school knows about it. This is because the divorce might potentially lead to academic, emotional, and behavioral challenges. Your child may have difficulty concentrating, their grades...
The decision to divorce is one that’s usually not made in a split second. Instead, most people will carefully consider all options before they make the decision. If you’re considering filing for divorce or have already taken the first steps, you should ensure that...