Home security looks a lot different these days. With the rise of smart cameras, motion sensors and voice-controlled assistants, your house might be collecting evidence even when you are not thinking about it. These tools have made homes more secure, but they have also...
Whether it’s amicable or contentious, the emotional toll of separating lives, assets and possibly co-parenting duties can be overwhelming. One major element that can either smooth or sabotage this transition is communication. Staying in constant contact with your ex...
Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start to the summer. For separated and divorced co-parents, this season often brings a chaotic custody shuffle between parents who are both working and trying to supervise their kids. It can be challenging to meet and manage...
Everyone knows not to drink and drive, but many legally intoxicated people don’t feel impaired at all. When those people get detained by police, they often mistakenly believe that participating in roadside sobriety tests will exonerate them. Below are some reasons why...
Determining how to set up the parenting plan is one of the primary concerns when parents get divorced. There are many terms that may be included in that plan, so it’s critical that you understand each one. It may also be beneficial to learn some of the more common...
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...