Divorce

Divorce is stressful, bringing tough emotional challenges and complicated decisions. Besides the age-old difficulties of ending a marriage, a new digital element has emerged. Understanding that a spouse’s online activity on sites like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok...

You have probably played the scene in your head more than once: sitting across the table, saying it out loud and bracing for the explosion. But divorce doesn’t always begin with shouting or slammed doors. Sometimes it creeps in through silence, distance and the...

Married couples file for divorce for a broad assortment of different reasons. Adultery is one of the most common issues that results in the end of a marriage. When one spouse discovers that the other has been unfaithful, they may file for divorce shortly thereafter....

Many Michigan families have non-human members. Married couples and those with children often add dogs, cats and other companion animals to their households. Pets provide entertainment, affection and incentive to exercise. They can teach children about responsibility...

Data by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services shows the divorce rate for Michigan couples aged 50 or older is 7.7 per 1,000 married persons. Gray divorce can occur for a number of reasons, one of which is financial infidelity. Gray divorce A gray...

Divorce can be a complex and emotionally challenging experience, especially for physicians who may face unique challenges when dividing their assets, including their medical practice in Michigan. However, some key considerations exist for physicians going through a...

Divorce can be messy business, and if you're not careful, it can affect your business, too. When it comes to property division, debt allocation and spousal support, things can get complicated quickly. It's important to take steps to protect your business interests...

When you're a Michigan resident who's going through a divorce, there are many issues that you will often need to address, and some of them can be very difficult to deal with. Whether you have children or not, some of the key challenges that you can expect in divorce...

If you're in your 50s and considering divorce, you will undergo what is known as a "gray divorce." Since you and your partner will be ending your marriage when you are closer to retirement, there are important factors to consider. Here are some ways you can prepare...

If you get a divorce in the state of Michigan, you're typically entitled to a portion of the marital estate. However, you may also be required to pay a portion of any debt that was accumulated while married. Let's take a closer look at the factors that may determine...