Michigan residents would not be wrong if they thought that divorce seemed more common during the month of January. January has actually been called "Divorce Month" because of how many filings are made right at the beginning of the year. Even searches in online...
Month: December 2019
How divorce may impact a retirement account
A divorce could have implications for a Michigan spouse's retirement plan. Generally speaking, any money accrued in a retirement account during the course of the marriage is considered to be marital property. However, there is no guarantee that the account will be...
Britney Spears may want more custody time with her sons
Many people in Michigan grew up as fans of Britney Spears' music, but the celebrity has lived a troubled life for many years, especially after she experienced mental health issues. According to reports, she may be planning to go back to family court in order to seek...
The role of gender in a child custody case
Parents in Michigan may feel as if their gender prevents them from obtaining the custody or visitation rights that they deserve. In the past, mothers were typically given custody of their children after a divorce because they were seen as better caregivers. However,...
Delaying divorce might give you time to plan for single life
Parents sometimes question whether they need to stay together for the kids or just call it quits. The answer to this isn't always easy, and may require some thought. Even though you know that the marriage is over, you might not need to be quick to file for divorce....
Divorce impacts money, children, living arrangements
Going through a divorce is one of the most stressful events a person can experience in his or her life. For people who are approaching or considering divorce in Michigan, it's important to try to minimize the stress of the process as much as possible, which means...