Parental alienation is a growing problem throughout Michigan and the country as a whole. This alienation occurs when one parent manipulates their child so as to distance him or her from his or her other parent. Some consider this programming to be a form of child...
When a child is born in wedlock, it is automatically assumed that the couple is the child’s parents. When the parents are unwed though, fathers have to take extra steps to establish paternity and exert their parenting rights. Paternity Fathers who are not married when...
For 20 years now, American life has been increasingly lived online. That trend accelerated extremely rapidly last year, as suddenly many workers started telecommuting from home and schools went online. Courts, too, had to adjust to this new reality. Now, many schools...
Unlike property division, which is settled once your divorce decree is entered, child custody issues can linger all the way up until the time that your children become adults. Changes in circumstances may warrant child custody modification, but what do you do if your...
When a child’s parents divorce or separate, parenting time is decided by the court and refers to the time a child spends with each parent. It is decided with the child’s best interests in mind. In Michigan, the law recognizes that it is important for parents to...
For many parents in the greater Detroit area, the thought of a move is itself a stressful proposition. It takes a lot of work to pack up one’s belongings, update records and relocate, sometimes to a different state or a city hundreds of miles away. For parents who are...
Family law matters can be complex and difficult for Michigan residents. This is true whether the sides are on relatively friendly terms or are in constant battle over every issue in the case. Some aspects are more emotionally wrenching than others and could spark...
Divorce can be difficult for children, both in the short and long-term. This may prompt many parents in the Birmingham area to “stay together for the kids” even if their marriage is unhappy. However, is this really a better alternative than seeking a divorce? Some...
When a Michigan couple gets a divorce, child custody is one of the most common reasons for an extended dispute. Whether the parties are amicable or contentious, the decision as to where the child will live the bulk of the time and how visitation rights will be handled...
Child support is an important way for Michigan parents to ensure that their children have everything tangible that they need after a divorce. While children need love, support, and nurturing from their parents, they also need clothing, housing, food, and many other...
