As set forth by law, every child has a legal right to receive financial support from both parents. Child support is the court-ordered support a parent pays to assist with the cost of raising a child.
In Michigan, it is a judge who determines the...
When looking for a divorce lawyer, there are several questions that you should ask to ensure that you select the right attorney for your situation. The attorney is there to guide you through the legal process, make sure that you are protected and...
Child support is a court-ordered payment for money to help with costs in raising a child. It is most commonly used for housing, food, clothing, and doctor’s appointments. When divorce or separation has occurred, child support is addressed in...
For obvious reasons, a person's death is an unpleasant subject to speak about. Yet sometimes it is necessary. Take estate planning, for example. Have you ever thought about who will inherit what properties, businesses, items of yours when you do...
When most people think of hiring a family law firm, they reflect on the advice they need when going through a divorce. A family lawyer will be able to navigate you through the tangled web of property division, child custody, child support, and...
Death is a certain, fundamental part of life that people should not shy away from. Although it is difficult to discuss, it is crucial to talk about what will happen with your or a loved one's estate. Nobody likes to think that they...
If you are thinking about leaving your spouse, you may be considering filing legal separation. There are many reasons why people file for legal separation instead of divorce. You may be unsure if you want to divorce at this time, you may not meet...
Temporary orders are meant to provide temporary relief and structure for the parties in situations where it is necessary that matters be resolved quickly. Instead of months, a hearing may be scheduled within days or weeks. These orders can...
The state of Michigan believes custody shall be granted according to “the best interest of the child.” The court often encourages couples to work out their own arrangements for custody when there is a divorce or a separation in mind,...
Dividing up assets is an important part of any divorce proceeding, and the marital house is usually one of the biggest assets. Individual situations typically determine who will get to keep the house, but the following things usually come into...
Divorce and separation can be extremely stressful especially when disagreements about the children arise. The ideal situation is where both parents make compromises to ensure all decisions are in the best interest of the children. Unfortunately,...
Singles have unique needs when it comes to estate planning; for them, deciding how to distribute their assets is just as important as it is for those who are married. Normally, when single people die without a will, their estate will pass into the...
Technically, legal separation is not recognized in Michigan. A couple may live separately and have their own agreements, but under the law they are still married and there are no legal limitations.
However, there is a "separate...
One of the most criticized systems in the United States is the child support system. While every parent wants to be there for their child, the idea of fixed monthly payments can be a burden to many people, especially those with changing income....
After the death of a loved one, it can be difficult to focus on the legal matters that have to be attended to. One of the first things that happens, however, is that the estate goes into probate. Probate is a legal term that means a judge will...
If you have been injured on the job, you will need to file a workers compensation insurance case to receive reimbursement for your injuries and medical expenses. However, you may also wonder if you can file a lawsuit. Here are three of the most...
A parent often has custody of a child because the other parent is not able to financially support the child. However, child support is often still expected of the non-custodial parent. Child support causes a lot of problems for parents who cannot...
Is it serious to not have a will?
According to statistics, roughly 55% of Americans die each year intestate (without some kind of will or trust in place). This means the laws of the state you die in will determine who receives your property by...
We all like to think that a well-planned estate and written will can prevent any and all problems with our estate when we die. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. For example, when parents die, one child may feel their sibling has received...
