Divorce brings up many things to figure out. You may feel lost because there are so many decisions to make. There are issues about property, money, and children. You might not know what to do first. Without planning, things can get messy. This can cause delays in your case. It can also create stress for you and your family. These problems can make everything harder. Click here to watch the video on What Are the Biggest Mistakes to Avoid in … Read More →

Domestic abuse from any perspective is a serious matter. False claims can harm your future. A no-contact order may keep you from your home and children. The police may arrest you even if you did nothing wrong. Your job and reputation may suffer. The court may make decisions that affect your life for years. You may feel like no one believes you. These problems can tear families apart. Click here to watch the video on How Can You Protect Yourself … Read More →

Some parents stop grandparents from seeing their grandchildren. This can be upsetting. It can create distance in families. Parents may have safety concerns. They may not trust the grandparent’s behavior. Old family arguments may cause problems. Some parents want to raise their child in a certain way. They may feel disrespected when grandparents do not follow their rules. Click here to watch the video on Can Grandparents Get Custody or Visitation Rights – ChooseGoldman.com Talking can help with family problems. … Read More →

A broken custody agreement can cause problems for you and your child. One parent may ignore the schedule, making visits unfair. They might refuse to return the child on time, creating stress and worry. Some parents move away without permission, making it hard to keep up with visits. A child may also feel confused or torn between parents. If a parent ignores the order, the court may need to get involved. This can mean court hearings, legal fees, and unwanted … Read More →

Money can be tight when raising a child alone. You may worry about covering rent, food, and medical bills. Child support payments can feel too high or too low. If the other parent does not pay on time, it adds stress. Some parents pay too much by mistake and need help fixing it. If your income changes, your support amount may not be correct. Time spent with your child also affects payments. When things are not fair, it can cause … Read More →

St. Patrick’s Day in Michigan is full of loud and lively celebrations. There’s the Bay City and the Detroit Parades. There’s a community event around St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Grand Haven. There are many opportunities to immerse yourself in the Irish spirit. There’s also a spirit that can get you in trouble. Have a plan on St. Patrick’s Day to enjoy without getting in trouble. Remember that there will be a lot of activities. A lot of police checkpoints … Read More →

People think fathers don’t experience the pain of longing. The pain of missing their children. They say the law does not feel our pain. The law is blind yet it is fair. The law has given a father a chance to fight for and establish his rights. It’s called child custody. It’s part of Michigan’s family law. The law says a parent must show they care. They must show that love drives them to care. The reality is that the … Read More →

Everyone wants a less painful outcome for their divorce. If only that was possible. Divorce and custody take time. There’s always something contentious. Raw emotions get in the way of open discussions. Children are the ones taking the brunt of many disputes. Add the struggle with paying the legal costs and delays. You would hope you had a better grasp of things. Be better prepared for the process. Going to court seems unavoidable. Click here to watch the video on … Read More →

You’re divorcing and you have children. Child custody and child support will be a major discussion. It will add to an already stressful issue of ending a marriage. Child support will also be decided. It will be part of the judgment orders. Parents may decide not to follow the orders. It can cause problems with money. This can affect how well children are taken care of. It can also lead to fights between parents. Parents who don’t pay could face … Read More →

People go places. They travel. They move and live somewhere. When you’re a parent, you can’t just pack and leave. Go live in another country. There will be problems with custody. The court must think about many things. The child’s safety is the most important part. The parents have to work together. Collaborate even if they are far away. The court looks at where the child has lived. It also thinks about how each parent can care for the child. … Read More →