Generally speaking in most cases, spousal support can be reduced based on a change in circumstance. The court may order that the support continue until the court rules otherwise. The court may rule otherwise for example if their hours and wages were reduced significantly. If the payor no longer has the resources available, then they would be able to file an appropriate motion to ask for the reduction. If you have questions about spousal support in Michigan, please contact us … Read More
[Video] – How Can I Get Spousal Support Reduced In Michigan?
High Asset Divorce in Michigan
When you hold multiple assets and a substantial amount of money in your account, divorces can take a sharp turn and become a high asset divorce. When dealing with marital assets the divorce process can become much more complicated. In a perfect divorce, all assets would be split 50/50 but in a high asset divorce, you run the risk of losing a lot of money. In this blog, we will be going over the basics of High Asset Divorce in … Read More
[Video] – Financial Mistakes To Avoid During A Divorce In Michigan
Sometimes people have certain instincts and think they have to take care of things a certain way without thinking it through. One of the financial mistakes that individuals make is paying off debt before the divorce hoping the court will look at them differently. A marital debt is going to have to be divided in the divorce balance sheet just like a marital asset. This means when you run to pay off the debt, it will not come back into … Read More
[Video] – Can I Still Get Custody In Michigan If I’m Convicted Of Domestic Violence?
There are a dozen factors that the court uses to determine what is in the best interest of the child. The fact of domestic violence does not necessarily disqualify you from receiving custody. The court will examine the details of the domestic violence charge and when it happened among other factors. If you are in this situation, reach out today so our legal team can help you with your legal matter. This is a must watch video for anyone who … Read More
[Video] – Can I Get Custody Of My Stepchildren In Michigan?
You need to be aware though you may be very close and have a significant bond with the children of your spouse, in the event of a divorce, your spouse will get custody of the children and you will not. You are not going to get custody of your stepchildren. There may be certain circumstances where a person may become guardian of stepchildren. This is a must watch video for anyone who has questions about their stepchildren in the divorce … Read More
[Video] – Can I Ask The Judge To Order My Spouse To Get A Mental Health Exam In Michigan?
You have to remember that while the court won’t allow you to micromanage how your ex spends his or her time with the kids, the court will intervene if the way they spend their time with the children is deemed as dangerous. The court will always consider what is in the best interest of the child and there are remedies that the court can impose when your ex is behaving poorly. The court may limit the parenting time by eliminating … Read More
[Video] – Can Creditors Come After Me For Debts Involving My Ex In A Michigan Divorce?
You have to understand that every divorce in Michigan has certain goals. Amongst the goals are to divide up assets, but we also have to divide and retire liabilities. The judgment of divorce has to speak to who is going to pay for the liabilities. The court may order that you pay certain bills and your ex pays another set of bills. If you are both in debt, then they still have the right to pursue the both of you. … Read More
What sort of crimes could a domestic abuser be charged with?
Like many other states, Michigan makes acts of domestic violence criminal offenses. The two primary crimes of domestic violence are domestic assault and domestic assault and battery. The two terms are given identical legal treatment and are basically interchangeable. They are really just modifications of pre-existing assault/assault and battery offenses based on the victim being a spouse or in a dating relationship with the perpetrator. Domestic assault/domestic assault and battery is a misdemeanor punishable by 93 days in jail and … Read More
What kind of damages could I be entitled to?
In Michigan civil court, a plaintiff who has suffered domestic violence can seek compensation for lost wages, medical expenses, as well as pain and suffering depending on which causes of action are brought against their abuser. The amount you could be awarded for pain and suffering is somewhat subjective. It is based on the amount that is determined to fairly account for the suffering inflicted on the plaintiff. As such, it is quite helpful to have an attorney who can … Read More
What happens if my abuser learns about the order before it takes effect?
This is an extremely important issue. You can and should ask for an ex-parte order. This temporary emergency order will protect without the need to have a hearing or inform your abuser. If you don’t get an ex-parte order, not only will you have to serve notice on your abuser, but a hearing will be scheduled. In that hearing, your abuser will be allowed to testify and to contest your protection order. If the judge denies your request for an … Read More