In the middle of personal tragedies, sometimes the hardest thing to deal with is that life goes on. While going through a divorce, there are still bills to pay, dishes to wash and laundry to fold. The grass will continue to go and the boss will expect employees to...
Divorce
Is my spouse hiding assets in our divorce?
When any marriage begins to fall apart, especially those with significant assets, it is easy for distrust to become a factor in the divorce process. Many people believe that their spouse is trying to cheat them out of a fair divorce settlement by hiding assets....
Infertility may not be indicator of divorce
Many Michigan couples who marry look forward to raising children. In fact, for some, having children is a lifelong dream, and they may plan for it years ahead of getting married by making lists of baby names, reading books about child rearing and even buying baby...
Does fault affect divorce in Michigan?
Many people facing divorce in Michigan have questions about how one or both spouse's behavior during the marriage may affect the property division process. This is a reasonable question and one that is not as simple as a "yes" or "no" answer. When divorce comes...
Getting finances in order before and after a divorce
Many people in Michigan understand the importance of planning ahead for a wedding, but few may realize the potentially devastating consequences of failing to plan when a marriage is ending. While divorce is usually a complicated and emotional matter, it may be even...
You don’t have to lose your business to divorce
Are you a business owner facing divorce in Michigan? If so, you probably have a lot of questions about whether or not it is possible for you to keep your business intact through the divorce settlement. The reality of the situation is that, without a prenuptial or...
New theory connects divorce rates with salary differences
Statistics show that the numbers of people who marry and those who divorce fluctuate annually. People in Michigan seem to be interested in new research showing what predicts a successful marriage and what may indicate a couple is heading for divorce. New research...
Divorce happens for many reasons, studies show
A fairy-tale wedding does not always mean happily ever after. In fact, some studies show that the more a couple spends on a wedding, the more likely they are to end in divorce. The reason for this may be that many couples -- who now spend an average of $26,600 on a...
The upside of divorce
When people talk about divorce, they usually focus on the negative aspects. They talk about fighting over the kids and complain about an unfair settlement. They speak of the emotional distress and having to start over. What they do not talk about are the benefits of...
4 things to know if a business is part of a divorce
A business is a tremendous asset for many people. While it is true that many businesses will end up shuttering their doors, a successful business is a major factor in the property division process if you are going through a divorce. When you are going through a...