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Can You Get Your Original Birth Certificate if You Were Adopted in Michigan?
Adoption is usually a happy occasion, bringing families together and providing children with a caring and supportive family they may not otherwise have had. But
Should Your Custody Order Include a Joint Physical Custody Award?
Sometimes labels can make things hard. When two good parents disagree over what is best for their child, a joint physical custody label can sometimes
Can You Get a PPO Against Facebook Posts?
Cyber stalking is a real problem facing many victims of domestic violence and others. When a tech-savvy person takes his or her complaints against you
Enforcing Custody When Parents Move to Different States
A lot can change after a divorce or breakup. Parents can find new partners, get new jobs, or even move away. Often, the child custody
Why Divorce Always Feels Like a Loss
Divorce isn’t like other kinds of law. In most trials there is a winner and a loser. But when its your family or your home
Can You Collect Child Support After Your Kid Turns 18?
Many single parents rely on their monthly child support payments to pay their rent and provide for their kids’ needs. But that can make the
The 3 Most Misunderstood Child Custody Best Interest Factors
Child Custody cases in Michigan are based almost entirely on 12 Best Interest Factors that guide judges in deciding what is best for a couple’s
Can You Sign Away Your Parental Rights in Michigan?
Not everyone wants to be a parent. In some cases, an unexpected pregnancy creates financial challenges. In others it can prolong contact with a former
School Enrollment Issues Can Cause Co-Parents Headaches
Summer vacation is passing by quickly and school enrollment deadlines are coming up quickly. For most parents, enrolling their kids in school is almost automatic.
Smart Devices are the Next Wave in Domestic Abuse
When you installed your smart thermostat or your phone activated door locks you probably did it for convenience, not control. But a new wave of