When a couple is considering going through a divorce in Michigan, it is likely that they will have kids, and this is one of the main reasons why divorces can be so complicated. However, studies show that it is more common for couples to divorce without children, and...
Beware of a data trail in your divorce
Some couples are quite open with one another about their email and social media accounts, going so far as sharing the same account. Others are more circumspect, maintaining their separate accounts, but perhaps being a bit lax about password security.Whatever works for...
Divorces take time to finalize, be prepared
Ending a marriage in Michigan isn't as fast as just deciding that the relationship has ended. There are several factors that determine how long it will take to legally end the union in this state.Some of the factors that will affect how long your divorce takes from...
Gray divorce: 3 things to know about divorce later in life
Gray divorces, or divorces between individuals who are 50 years of age or older, have their own specific set of issues. When older couples divorce, there are usually more assets to consider as well as a decreased ability to bring in an income in the future.Statistics...
Does divorce threaten your business?
When a person who owns a business faces divorce, the end of his or her marriage may also threaten the business itself, and many people who depend on the business. In most cases, the easiest and most effective way to prevent these potentially disastrous consequences is...
Finding long-term care plans for elderly parents ensures care
If you are an adult child of parents who are senior citizens, you may already be worried about your parents' care in the coming years. Still, broaching the subject with them can be a minefield in some families. Learn how you can open the doors of communication on...
I’m a divorcing father. What are my child custody rights?
Child custody looks different from state to state, but regardless of location most people assume custody will be awarded to the mother in a divorce. What rights do fathers have in the custody process?In Michigan, the answer is plenty. The Child Custody Act of 1970...
Is it too late to protect my business in divorce?
Your business is the result of late nights and early mornings. After years of hard work it would be devastating to see it lost in divorce. Unfortunately a large amount of business owners in Northern Michigan will face divorce at some point. Certain precautions can...