Divorce – (248) 588-3333 – Validity of Divorces in Other States and Countries . . Will other states recognize our divorce, or will other states still treat us as married? The full faith and credit clause applies to divorces the same way it applies to marriage. A divorce that is valid in one state will be valid and recognized by the other 49 states, even if you wouldn’t have been able to get a divorce under the laws of those … Read More
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Suing/being sued for intentionally inflicted injuries
Personal Injury – (248) 588-3333 – Intentional Injury . . Intentional injuries When can someone be liable for intentionally inflicting injuries on another person? In order to be liable for intentionally inflicted injuries, three requirements must be met. First, the act itself must have been a voluntary movement (no reflexive actions). Second, that person must have had the proper intent or mental state. Typically, intentional injury cases require that the defendant either intended to cause the harm or was almost … Read More
Finding the Record of Your Divorce
Divorce – (248) 588-3333 – Finding the record of your divorce . . Where are can I find the record of my divorce? In the same location as your marriage record. These records can be found at the State of Michigan Vital Records Office at 333 S. Grand Avenue (first floor). This is also the location of your birth certificate. How is the record of my divorce useful to me? You never know when you might be involved in litigation … Read More
Maiden names Before and After Divorce
Divorce – (248) 588-3333 – Maiden Names . . Can I restore my maiden name after a divorce? Am I allowed to keep my Husband’s name? The answer to both questions is yes. Your husband cannot prevent you from keeping his last name. In fact, the court will usually keep the name the same automatically unless you petition to have it changed. If you would like to get your surname changed, you can have it done as part of the … Read More
Michigan No-Fault Divorce
Divorce – (248) 588-3333 – No Fault Divorce . . Michigan No Fault Divorce What is No Fault Divorce? Does it help me if my spouse cheated on me prior to us getting divorced? Michigan is a no-fault divorce state. That means that you do not have to show any wrongdoing on the part of your soon-to-be former spouse. Just the basic requirement is all that you need. However, fault may become relevant if any aspect of the divorce is … Read More
Suing/getting sued for trespassing
Personal injury – (248) 588-3333 – Intentional injuries – Trespass . . What is trespass? A nonconsensual physical invasion of the plaintiff’s land or the interference with their personal property. The defendant must be aware that they are trespassing. If both of these things are proven, then the plaintiff can sue for any damages that result from the trespass. Can you trespass without physically entering onto the land? Yes, you can. The “invasion” involved in trespass can also take the … Read More
Suing/getting sued for personal injury
Personal injury – (248) 588-3333 – The basics of personal injury lawsuits . . When someone sues someone else, it is usually on the basis of a personal injury. What this means is that someone has accidentally or purposefully suffered damage to their body, property, rights, or emotions. The person who is harmed (the plaintiff) can then go to civil court to seek compensation from the one allegedly responsible (the defendant) for this loss or damage. They can only get … Read More
Lawsuits for Assault and Battery
Personal injury – (248) 588-3333 – Intentional injuries – Assault and Battery . . In the context of lawsuits for personal injuries, Assault and battery are referred to as causes of action for intentional injuries. Intentional injuries A distinctive category of causes of action. As opposed to something like negligence, injuries that were not caused intentionally, but rather due to someone’s carelessness. When can someone be liable for intentionally inflicting injuries on another person? In order to be liable for … Read More
Personal Protection orders (PPOs)
Domestic Violence – (248) 588-3333 – What You May Not Know About Domestic Violence . . What is a personal protection order? A personal protection or PPO is a court issued legal order designed to protect domestic violence victims and place restrictions on domestic violence perpetrators. How do I get a PPO? You must file a petition with a judge. This petition will contain all of the necessary information that the judge needs to determine if you qualify for a … Read More
What is Domestic Violence?
Domestic Violence – (248) 588-3333 – What is domestic violence Someone close to me is attacking/threatening me, what should I do? This is likely to be a case of domestic violence, so you might consider getting a Personal Protection Order (PPO) against that person. What makes it “domestic” violence? It is a violent act committed by someone with whom you share a domestic relationship. A domestic relationship can be any one of the following: A spouse or other family member … Read More