When a couple in Michigan or elsewhere around the country get a divorce, the issue of alimony or spousal support is likely to be addressed. For the past 75 years, alimony was taxed a certain way for the payer and the recipient. However, the new tax law that was...
Month: February 2018
Criminal defense: Over 480 arrested in drunk driving operation
The holiday season often brings many occasions for people to attend parties and celebrations where alcoholic beverages are served. During this time, law enforcement officials routinely focus on curtailing the number of people who get behind the wheel of a vehicle...
Is age a reason to not get a divorce?
While gray divorce is clearly on the rise, you may still shy away from divorce due to your age. For example, you may think something like, "I'm 65. How will I ever meet someone new?" or "How can I stay afloat financially?" Indeed, older people can have many concerns...
Family law advisors recommend how to protect finances in divorce
When a couple in Michigan or elsewhere around the country decide to get a divorce, there is always much discussion around finances. Family law experts believe that those financial discussions become even more complicated when the couple is older. In fact, further...
Family law experts say divorce affects children differently
When couples get divorced in Michigan or elsewhere around the nation, they have numerous issues to resolve. Housing, retirement accounts and spousal support are just a few of the topics that must be discussed when a marriage comes to an end. However, family law...
Shared parenting gaining support in family law
When a Michigan couple or others across the country go though a divorce, child custody issues are among the most sensitive in the deliberations. While traditional arrangements often saw the children spend the majority of their time with one parent, shared parenting is...
3 ways substance abuse affects divorce
Various factors likely contribute to the end of your marriage. Every circumstance is unique, but one aspect that may play a huge role in your divorce is substance abuse. Drug or alcohol addiction is detrimental to relationships. Not only does abuse of alcohol and...