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Couples sometimes decide to start family businesses together. Often, they bring different skill sets that make the business stronger. One spouse may be the creative force behind the business’s products and innovations, while the other spouse is good at advertising,...
People who are married often invest in a home, and it’s likely one of the largest assets they own. The asset that they worked hard to purchase can become a major source of contention if the couple decides to get a divorce. In Michigan, property is divided using...
Parents who are going through a divorce have to find a way to communicate effectively, which isn’t always easy. In some cases, you and your ex may have a lot of grievances with each other because of the end of your romantic relationship. It’s critical that you take...
Alimony, also known as spousal support, can play a critical role in making the outcome of a divorce as fair as possible. If one spouse made professional sacrifices for the family or if the spouses have vastly different incomes or personal holdings, the courts may...
Divorce becomes significantly more complex when children are involved. Beyond separating finances and property, parents must make decisions that shape their child’s daily life, long-term stability and emotional well-being. Courts focus on the best interests of the...
Parents who share physical custody or parenting time are often subject to a specific schedule. They either negotiate their own arrangements breaking down the overall division of parenting time or work to establish arrangements with the help of a judge. The baseline...
Five years ago, you and your spouse decided to start a small business in Michigan. It was very successful and it has become the main income stream for both of you. You both work at the company on a daily basis. However, your spouse has now decided to file for...
When couples going through a contentious divorce are deciding how to divide their property, they sometimes end up fighting to keep items they don’t need or want just to keep their soon-to-be ex from “winning.” Unfortunately, that competition can sometimes extend to...
There are many unique details that influence the property division process during a divorce. The duration of the marriage, the income of both spouses and even custody arrangements may influence how people split their resources and shared debts when they divorce. The...
Failing to pay court-ordered alimony (spousal support) is a financial misstep that can trigger serious legal consequences. Whether payments are missed due to hardship or negligence, the court has multiple tools to enforce support orders. Knowing what might happen if...