Michigan Family Law Blog
Are you worried that a bankruptcy filing will affect your reputation?
Financial issues are usually kept private within households. No one likes to share with their friends and family that they are struggling to make ends meet and that they have a lot of accumulated debt. Many people try to influence others’ perception of them by making...
Don’t blame yourself for bankruptcy. It’s probably not your fault.
If you tell someone that you’re considering bankruptcy, they may ask you what you did wrong. They mean well, but they’re actually just implying that this is your fault. That’s problematic because the truth is that bankruptcy usually is not the fault of the person...
At what point in a marriage do people most often consider divorce?
You’ve been married for five years and you’ve been thinking about asking for a divorce. You haven’t done it yet, but the idea sounds attractive at times. No one really talks about this in advance, so you have no idea how many of your friends may be in the same...
Why Bankruptcy Makes a Good Option
Bankruptcy in Westland, Michigan provides an option for debtors to relieve themselves from debt. Many debtors think of bankruptcy as a negative thing, but it may give them a fresh start. When most people file for bankruptcy, their credit score likely has already...
How to make custody easier for both the parents and the child
Figuring out child custody arrangements can be one of the biggest challenges in a divorce. To make the process go as smoothly as possible, Michigan parents should keep a few guidelines in mind to ensure that they're acting in their children's best interests. What to...
Should I let the police inside my home?
When you were a child, your mom probably taught you not to open the door to strangers, but what about if the strangers are police officers? Whether you own your own home or rent it, finding a pair of police officers at the door can be worrying. It usually means...
Divorce and bankruptcy: What you should know
Going through a divorce is one of the most grueling experiences that a person can go through. Families and finances can often be the most damaged at the end of a divorce case. What happens when you're going through a bankruptcy and divorce at the same time?...
A DUI can have a lasting impact: Know your rights
In Michigan, getting a DUI can have a lasting impact on your rights as a driver as well as other aspects of your life. While some people may believe that driving under the influence is similar to speeding or any other traffic offense, the truth is that it’s much more...
Writing your parenting plan? Don’t forget to include electronics in your agreement
If you’re divorcing when your children are still very young, you may be thinking most about preserving your parenting time and protecting your relationship with them. Those are both very important things to concentrate on when you’re writing your parenting plan -- but...
How to survive a divorce with your finances intact
All divorces have the potential to be full of contention and heartbreak, and that’s particularly true when there are a lot of assets at stake. Your relationship may be over, but you want to preserve your way of life as much as possible -- and that means securing your...
