A Michigan man who fathered a child with a married woman is contesting a law that allowed the woman to deny him his parental rights. The man is questioning the constitutionality of the statute, which grants mothers significant discretion in deciding whether biological fathers can claim paternity rights following the birth of a child conceived during an adulterous affair. Michigan…
Michigan law currently does not recognize marriage between two individuals of the same sex, but it does not restrict such couples from successfully adopting and raising a child. This can make it frustrating and difficult for gay couples who want to start families in the state, as Michigan only grants certain parental rights to one of the parents. Some same-sex…
Most everyone would like for their divorce proceedings to be over with as quickly as possible. Unfortunately, it takes time, and it can take a toll on your mind, emotions and body. While you might not be able to control how long it will take for you to get your finalized Michigan divorce decree, you can control the toll it…
Women find themselves in a unique position after a divorce. They have the option of changing their name back to what it was before they were married. There is a stipulation, though. This option must be put into the divorce decree in most states in order for a woman to change her name back at a later date. There are…
Divorce often has a number of unavoidable repercussions on one’s mental health, stress levels, emotions and personal life. Fortunately, Michigan residents who take the appropriate steps can help ensure they do not suffer negative financial effects, allowing them to focus on addressing other issues raised by the dissolution of their marriages. Individuals who are more financially prepared typically encounter fewer…
Divorce can be intensely difficult, even years after it is finalized. Residual tension and bitterness over the terms of the divorce can make it difficult for former spouses to associate on cordial terms. However, doing so becomes crucial when those parties share custody of a child. Failing to exercise appropriate coparenting techniques can have debilitating effects on a child’s emotional…
If you are just initiating a divorce from your spouse, you probably have a lot of questions. Today, we are going to give you answers to some fundamental divorce questions so you can be prepared before your consultation. First, you probably want to know how much a divorce will cost. Simple divorces can cost just $2,500, but it is possible…
A man originally from Michigan says he paid 25 years’ worth of child support before realizing that the payments were for a child who died in 1988. The man said he did not notice that the payments being withdrawn from his bank account were for the child, who died of acute meningitis at the age of three, assuming they were…
Many recently divorced individuals spend a significant amount of time trying to figure out precisely where their marriages went wrong. This is typically an important and constructive process, allowing one to pinpoint the causes of a divorce and use that knowledge to inform decisions in future relationships. However, many Michigan divorcees fail to recognize the roles they themselves played in…
A woman originally from Michigan is at the center of an international child custody case after she reportedly fled Turkey with her two daughters in 2007 in order to protect them from sexual abuse at the hands of their father. The woman testified at a U.S. District Court hearing, admitting that she obtained $70,000 from her parents and used the…