July 4th is a holiday that is commonly celebrated with the use of fireworks. However, this year is unique because many cities have cancelled their firework displays. As a result of this, this will lead to individuals not being able to watch a firework show, so they will probably buy fireworks for themselves. The problem is that a good percentage of these people have no experience with the handling of fireworks. All it takes is one little mistake to turn … Read More →

If you are going to make an abuse or neglect case, then the court will expect CPS to become involved. CPS workers may try to get you to say things to twist your words. Even though they should be doing the right thing and being straightforward with you, that is not always the case. If you have to call CPS remember to be on high alert and watch what you say. Your best option is to speak to your attorney … Read More →

If you are going to make an abuse or neglect case, then the court will expect CPS to become involved. CPS workers may try to get you to say things to twist your words. Even though they should be doing the right thing and being straightforward with you, that is not always the case. If you have to call CPS remember to be on high alert and watch what you say. Your best option is to speak to your attorney … Read More →

Under Michigan law, there are three types of PPOs. The type of PPO that a victim will seek is dependent on the relationship between the victim and the accused. A domestic relationship PPO seeks to stop certain violent behaviors when the petitioner has a domestic relationship with the respondent. A nondomestic relationship PPO is triggered when there are 2 or more acts of stalking and is not dependent on the victim’s relationship with the respondent. Lastly, a sexual assault PPO … Read More →

When the payment occurs during the divorce process or is a part of the final divorce agreement, it is known as spousal support. Permanent Support is a payment given to one spouse because they lack the means to support themselves. Permanent spousal support is more likely to be awarded in long-term marriages, especially if one of the spouses is at or near retirement age and has little in the way of job skills/experience. It really depends on your own circumstances … Read More →

You have to remember that there are specific contractual terms in a judgement of divorce, which can set forth alimony terms. In some cases, the terms may be silent and say something along the lines of the alimony continues until there is a change in circumstance. For example, if you are paying alimony and your ex-spouse gets remarried, then you are in a position to file a petition to stop the alimony based on a significant change in circumstance. Contact … Read More →

There are multiple factors that the court will consider when determining spousal support in Michigan. The three basic factors that are used to calculate spousal support are the length of the marriage, disparity of income between the parties and if there is disposable income available to pay the alimony. A longer marriage is a marriage where the court is more likely for the court to consider spousal support. For example a thirty year marriage is going to receive more scrutiny … Read More →

If there is a change in circumstance then through the help of your lawyers, contact the court and file the appropriate motion, alleging the change in circumstance. The court will be able to reassess the situation and lower the spousal support to meet the new circumstance. Even if you can make an agreement with your spouse for a lower amount, you should still go to court to ensure that the court records are in sync with the arrangements that you … Read More →