Let’s say that you and your spouse are getting divorced. Not an amicable divorce, but a highly contentious breakup that involves lots of finger pointing and angry name calling. Sounds stressful, right? Absolutely. However, the biggest issue isn’t the fact that you and your spouse can’t exchange three civil words. It’s the fact that the…
Most people have heard references in movies to the fact that “a wife can’t testify against her husband in court.” But very few people actually know what the spousal privilege law is. In Michigan, the law recognizes that in any marriage, personal and private information is often exchanged between spouses. So if either a husband…
Welcome back! We know taxes aren’t the most exciting subject, but we also know that most people could stand to save a few bucks. Hey, it’s tax time right? So we put his list together for you with pointers on how to save money this tax season. In the previous segment, we talked briefly about…
It’s that time of year again! Yes, you guessed it: Tax Season. Taxes are viewed as a source of stress and added work for many families. However, they often mean that there’s a chunk of change headed your way, which is never a bad thing! If you’re a parent, you need that extra money more…
Thanks for joining us again for this look at what you need to know about child support in Michigan. While both custody and child support are subjects that come with a fair share of frustration, it is critical that you abide by the orders of the court. Not following the court’s orders in just about…
Divorce is very complicated. Very few people would argue with you about that. Besides dividing the couple’s assets and determining who gets what, there is the even more important question of figuring out custody. Deciding what is best for the children in a divorce can be one of the hardest things a divorcing couple has…
Welcome back, and thank you for joining us for this ongoing discussion about narcissism and how it can affect the divorce process. In the introductory article, we talked about what narcissism is, and discussed some points made by Karyl McBride, the author of Will I Ever Be Free of You? How to Navigate a High-Conflict…
Most people have heard of Narcissus, the Greek mythological character who was known for his beauty and his pride. He fell in love with his reflection in a pool and because he was unable to stop staring at his own beauty, he wasted away and died. It’s a story about arrogance and vanity, and how,…
For most Michigan families, this last week has seen the return to school for children and an end to family vacations. Christmas travel means sunshine and day trips to Disney for some families, while others visit family or even seek out opportunities for winter sports like skiing. A welcome break from routine, full of relaxation…
Divorce is a very hard time for everyone involved. Although, while it’s difficult from an emotional and mental standpoint, there are also significant financial issues you need to take into account. Going from a dual-income family to being the sole earner can be very challenging. For women, this is an even greater challenge if they were homemakers…
