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  • What Is the Difference Between a Contested and Uncontested Divorce?

    No two divorces are alike, and there are many roadblocks and issues that may arise during even the most civil of legal separations. In general, most divorces fit into two broad categories (with many caveats): contested and uncontested. So, what do these categories mean, and what can you expect if you are involved in one? Divorce in Michigan Every state has different laws and guidelines regarding ...
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  • Who Gets the Family Pet in a Michigan Divorce?

    Who Gets the Family Pet in a Michigan Divorce? Americans love their pets! In the United States, pet owners spend on average $111 per month on their animals. When surveyed, 33% of young adult pet owners said taking care of their pets made them more responsible and better prepared for parenthood. Practicing parenting and preparing for adulthood by taking on the responsibility of caring for another ...
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  • Who Gets to Keep the House in a Divorce?

    The family home is one of the most valuable assets spouses have and, in many cases, it is often a very sentimental one, particularly when children are involved. You may have dreams of raising your children in that home and the prospect of giving up on this dream often makes this a very emotional matter. Continue reading to find out what happens to a house during the divorce process. What Happens ...
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  • How a Divorce Affects Your Business

    What Happens to My Business in a Divorce? It’s no secret that divorce is a painful, confusing time. Ending the relationship hurts, but uncertainty about the future can be even worse. This is especially true when you are a business owner. You’ve fought so hard to make your business successful, and now you’re worried about losing it all. Unfortunately, there are no clear-cut answers for what happens ...
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  • Control the Controllable

    Divorce may make you feel like your life, as you have known it for so long, is now completely out of control. You may be feeling like everything is crumbling and there is nothing you can do about it but wait for it to be over. Or, you may be trying to control everyone and everything so that you feel as if you are not being taken advantage of. Your brain will create stressful emotions when you try ...
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  • What to Ask a Divorce Attorney Before You Hire One

    If you are getting a divorce, you are making the right choice by looking into hiring an attorney to guide you through the process. However, if this is your first time handling a legal matter, you might not know where to start when it comes to hiring skilled legal representation. Asking the right questions during your initial consultation will help you choose the right family law attorney for your ...
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  • Am I Entitled to Alimony?

    Contrary to what many believe, alimony is not guaranteed in a divorce. Alimony is designed to help the spouse with substantially less income maintain a lifestyle similar to what was enjoyed during the marriage. In some cases, the court expects the supported spouse who to eventually become self-sufficient. In other cases, it is not reasonably possible for a supported spouse to become ...
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  • 4 Common Reasons for Divorce

    Divorce is incredibly common in the United States and nearly half of all marriages end in permanent separation or divorce. Of course, divorce is not new to American society, but it has become increasingly common within the past five decades, particularly due to changes in divorce law that made it easier for couples to dissolve their marriage. Although many marriages cannot stand the test of time, ...
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  • What You Should Know About Gray Divorce

    What Is Gray Divorce? Gray divorce, or divorce between individuals over the age of 50, is becoming increasingly common in our society. Given the fact that these couples are often at a different stage in their lives, closer to retirement than younger spouses who call it quits, they often face a unique set of problems, particularly when it comes to asset division. The Challenges of a Gray Divorce In ...
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  • Social Media & Spousal Support

    Few things are as life-changing as divorce, as it alters the course of your life in nearly every way. Not only are you left emotionally and mentally bereft, but you are also in a major financial upheaval you probably weren’t expecting. Naturally, many people find any outlet to survive this exhausting process, such as posting on social media. However, did you know social media can directly and ...
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  • Protecting Your Social Media Presence from Your Significant Other

    Protecting your Social Media Presence from your significant other Are you considering getting a divorce or in the process of getting a divorce? Is your significant other snooping or constantly checking on you? Whether they are cyber harassing or checking your search history, below are some ideas to help cover yourself. Computer and Phones Make sure you delete your browsing history following each ...
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