Tag: Divorce in Michigan

  • Everything you need to know about the Alimony Recapture Rule 1

      Have you ever heard of the alimony recapture rule? No? Well, you’re certainly not alone. However, like back taxes and lawsuits, it’s the kind of potentially awful situation that you need to be aware of. So that if it ever crops up, you’re prepared. However, if we can just take this moment to remind…

  • Should You Insure Your Spousal and Child Support Payments? (Pt 2)

      Welcome back and thanks for joining us again for the rest of this discussion on spousal and child support insurance. As we explained in the previous article, it’s possible, and often recommended, that you ensure your spousal and child support payments. Between job loss, disease and injury, and untimely death, there are many reasons…

  • Should You Insure Your Spousal and Child Support Payments? (Pt 1)

      Insuring your car, your home, and your life are common precautionary steps that many people take to make sure they’re protected in case of disaster. But did you know you can insure your spousal and child support payments as well? No? Well, you’re not alone, many people don’t realize that it’s possible. And yet…

  • Modern Technology Provides Tools For Spousal Abuse (Part 2)

      Hello and welcome back to this discussion about modern technology and it’s increasing role in domestic abuse. As we mentioned in the previous article, every part of life today is facilitated in some capacity by modern technology. And while these developments have made life more convenient, they have also allowed basic, everyday items to…

  • Everything You Need to Know to Throw Yourself an Epic Divorce Party!

        It makes sense. You threw an epic party to celebrate your wedding. And now that your marriage is over, why wouldn’t you mark the occasion with a celebration as well? It’s trend that’s been catching on in recent years, and now there is no limit to what you can do (and people have…

  • Do I Have To Go To Court When I Get Divorced In Michigan? (Pt. 2)

      Welcome back and thanks for coming back to continue this discussion about going to court for your divorce. As we explained in the previous article, not only is court NOT required for your divorce, but most couples actually choose to settle out of court. There are many reasons for why this could be a…

  • Do I Have To Go To Court When I Get Divorced In Michigan? (Pt. 1)

      This is a question we hear quite often from clients. Sometimes it’s because they don’t want the hassle of having to take time off work to appear in court. Sometimes it’s because they don’t want their family’s “dirty laundry” hung out for everyone to see. And sometimes it’s just because they don’t want the…

  • Why You Need a Good Support Network in Place When You Get Divorced

      Whether you’re starting a new business, embarking on a new career, or becoming a new parent, having a support system in place is crucial for your success. Having a support network is important for just about any important endeavor in life. Why? Because people need other people to help them through the dark and…

  • Help! My Ex Accused me of Child Abuse to Get a Better Custody Agreement! (Pt. 2)

    Hi there and welcome back. If you read the first article, you’ll remember we talked about false allegations of abuse in divorce, and why they happen (usually to skew the custody agreement in your favor so that you can get a larger child support payment!) If you didn’t read the first article, we recommend you…

  • Help! My Ex Accused me of Child Abuse to Get a Better Custody Agreement! (Pt. 1)

      Divorce can bring out the worst in people. It can make the kindest, sweetest human beings into some of the angriest and most vindictive creatures imaginable. Some of this is justified. After all, when your heart is broken because your beloved decided they no longer love you enough to share your life (or worse…