by The Smith Law Offices, P.C. | Jul 25, 2019 | Divorce Law, Firm News
When it comes to retirement, many Michigan residents look forward to collecting the Social Security benefits that they have paid into in all of their years of employment. It is possible to start claiming those benefits at the age of 62. Spouses have the right to file...
by The Smith Law Offices, P.C. | Jul 24, 2019 | Bankruptcy Law, Firm News
Michigan residents who are struggling financially are often told by their friends and family to avoid bankruptcy at all costs. Some believe that it is the worst thing one can do. While bankruptcy law is not perfect, it does help hundreds of thousands of people every...
by The Smith Law Offices, P.C. | Jul 19, 2019 | Divorce Law, Firm News
When getting married, it is reasonable to want to celebrate the occasion. Some couples in Michigan do this by throwing lavish parties that often cost them an arm and a leg. What they may not realize at the moment is that it may also cost them their marriages, as debt...
by The Smith Law Offices, P.C. | Jul 18, 2019 | Bankruptcy Law, Firm News
There is a lot of stress that comes with being in debt. One certainly does not need a debt collector making them feel any worse about their situation. Unfortunately, numerous Michigan residents find themselves dealing with aggressive collection agencies every single...
by The Smith Law Offices, P.C. | Jul 12, 2019 | Family Law, Firm News
If you have chosen to call it quits on your relationship, but you have children with your ex, there is a lot you will need to figure out when it comes to child custody. A custody order does not just state how often each parent will get time with the children; it can...
by The Smith Law Offices, P.C. | Jul 10, 2019 | Bankruptcy Law, Firm News
An article was recently released regarding the state of consumer debt in the United States. In May 2019, consumer debt rose nearly 5%. Michigan residents who have found themselves among those whose debt has risen to uncontrollable numbers may need help getting their...
by The Smith Law Offices, P.C. | Jul 8, 2019 | Divorce Law, Firm News
Money is said to be the cause of most fights between married couples. Spouses do not always have the same ideas when it comes to spending and saving, which can add a lot of stress on daily life. There are many couples in Michigan who have filed for divorce, or will...
by The Smith Law Offices, P.C. | Jul 6, 2019 | Bankruptcy, Firm News
One of the most pervasive myths about bankruptcy is the incorrect belief that the courts will demand that you liquidate your assets, up to and including your home. The truth is far more complicated, and a variety of factors will impact whether you need to liquidate...
by The Smith Law Offices, P.C. | Jul 2, 2019 | Bankruptcy Law, Firm News
Homeownership can give a person a sense of security, that is until the mortgage debt becomes too much to handle. When purchasing a home, it may seem affordable at the time, but life changes can quickly turn that affordable payment into a significant liability....
