Family Law

In a Michigan divorce, common concerns regarding child support include determining the appropriate amount of support one parent should pay to the other, ensuring that the support is fair and meets the needs of the children. If you want to know how courts establish...

In Michigan, a domestic relationship personal protection order is the legal term for a restraining order in a case that involves domestic violence. This court order happens when an abuser has committed certain acts or is likely to do so. It’s used to protect people...

One of the things that divorcing Michigan couples who have young children will have to address is child support, with an understanding that the support will be there to cover expenses related to raising the children. However, the parents might have differing opinions...

In the state of Michigan, both parents have an obligation to take financial responsibility for their child. If your co-parent suddenly stops paying child support, you have the right to ask the court to enforce the support order. Friend of the Court (FOC) Local FOC...

If you or someone you know has experienced domestic violence, you need to make people aware of the damage it causes. In the U.S. alone, 20 people face physical abuse from a partner every minute. Understanding physical and emotional abuse plays a vital role in ending...

Many fathers living in Michigan, and around the country, assume that they will be unable to gain custody of their children after a divorce or separation. This is no longer true, however, and there are steps that a father can take to achieve the parenting arrangement...

It's common for an abusive ex to try getting back together with their victim. They may claim that they have changed and will treat them well. Victims find it hard to resist the urge to try again because they may still have feelings for their former partner or spouse....

A divorce is often one of the ugliest times in life for Michigan residents, and the aftermath can be challenging too. One area that can foster continued conflict and friction is co-parenting any children originating from the marriage. This is especially true for...

Many Michigan spouses suffer in a relationship that involves domestic violence. Violent abusers rarely change their behavior on their own, meaning home life for spouses and children could be dangerous. Taking legal steps might be unavoidable for those hoping to...

Previously, head injuries weren’t considered to be a big deal in most cases. But Michigan doctors are finding out that even minor concussions can have devastating consequences. Head injuries are common in domestic abuse situations. Impacts on any area of the head –...