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In Michigan, your prenup can become unenforceable if either of you withheld or misrepresented financial information, one of you signed under pressure or the terms were unconscionable when you signed it. Courts look at both how you made the agreement and what it...
Divorce and child custody disputes often involve questions about money, parenting and personal conduct. Text messages, emails and social media posts may help answer these questions. In Michigan, courts may consider digital records when deciding divorce and custody...
If your former spouse or co-parent violates a child custody order in Michigan, you may ask the court to enforce it. Your next steps depend on the type of violation, how often it occurs and how it affects your child. Your co-parent might refuse to return your child,...
You can enforce unpaid child support in Michigan through the Friend of the Court and, if needed, through a court hearing. The best path often depends on how much is overdue and whether earlier collection efforts have worked. The Friend of the Court handles many...
An arraignment is an early court proceeding in a Michigan criminal case. The court generally advises you of the charges, your rights and the potential penalties and the judge may address release conditions. What happens at the hearing can differ depending on whether...
An operating while intoxicated (OWI) arrest does not automatically suspend your Michigan driver's license. Your license may be affected by chemical testing and by the outcome of your criminal case. Knowing which process applies can help you respond to important...
In a Michigan divorce, one important question is whether an asset is marital or separate property. A spouse may bring money, real estate or investments into the marriage and still face questions later about whether those holdings remain protected or become part of the...
Retirement accounts earned during a marriage may be part of property division in a Michigan divorce, even if only one spouse’s name is on the account. The key question is generally which portion of the retirement benefit is attributable to service or contributions...
A Michigan search warrant may be subject to challenge if it lacks probable cause, contains false information or fails to identify the place or items to be searched with sufficient particularity. Police must also follow the required procedures when obtaining and...
Many people use the term DUI to describe drunk driving charges as they are more familiar with it. However, Michigan law uses the term Operating While Intoxicated, or OWI. You may also hear the term Operating While Visibly Impaired, or OWVI. These are different charges...