03/ 17
In divorces that involve children, one parent almost always has to pay child support to the other parent. Typically, it is the non-custodial parent who pays this support to help with the expenses for the child’s basic needs, such as food, shelter, and clothing. Support can also include expenses for health care and insurance premiums. Child support is always one…
02/ 04
Michigan is a no-fault divorce state, so it is natural to think that there is not a lot of documentation associated with it when you file. Unfortunately, that is not true. There are plenty of documents involved in any divorce, and they can quickly become confusing and overwhelming. This is just one reason why, when you are considering filing for…
01/ 21
Being served divorce papers is enough to make anyone feel angry, hurt, and confused. A lot of that confusion comes from the shock of hearing your spouse wants to divorce. After working through those feelings, it is not uncommon to wonder what to do next. If your spouse has served you with papers, below are the next steps you should…
01/ 07
Joint custody is often the best case scenario for children involved in a divorce because it allows them to continue spending time with both parents fairly equally. While it is good for children, it is often difficult for parents who are trying to move through the process together. Below are some tips for parents that are trying to make joint…
09/ 10
When a divorce in Sterling Heights involves children, it will also include child custody hearings. Michigan courts always encourage parents to attempt to come to an agreement on their own. If they can do so, and the agreement is fair to both parties, the courts will usually approve it. Unfortunately, many parents cannot come to an agreement and so, it…
07/ 30
When a divorce involves children, the parents typically know issues such as child custody and child support are going to be a part of the proceedings. However, they often do not know what those proceedings entail, which makes it more difficult once they begin. One factor involved in these proceedings is the Friend of the Court (FOC). The FOC plays…
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