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Family Law And Divorce Resolutions
Parents have the legal right to have time with their children and also certain responsibility. Your obligation to your children and your rights as a parent influence the custody terms that you set when you divorce. You and your ex will either need to negotiate arrangements yourselves or litigate in family court. Whether you intend to go to court or…
Living with someone who’s an alcoholic isn’t easy, especially for children. Alcoholism can cause a person to become unreliable. They may lie constantly and try to blame others for their actions. Children don’t really understand what’s going on. They only know that one of their parents is letting them down. For some alcoholics, the call to get sober becomes so…
“Dear Santa. For Christmas, I would like Mommy and Daddy to stop fighting and get back together again.” This kind of wish can be heart-rending for a parent. Unfortunately, if you are in the middle of a divorce, your child will not go their wish. Well, not all of it. The first Christmas after you decide to divorce will be…
Children who have been accustomed to living with both parents might be shocked when they find out that they’re going to have to live between two homes because their parents are divorcing. That major upheaval can make life more difficult for them, but it’s something that you can help them with. It’s important to note that children who have both…
The social views regarding gender roles have changed dramatically over the decades — especially when it comes to childcare. Back in the 1970s, when a couple divorced, it was just considered “normal” for the mother to have primary custody of the children. Fathers mostly got weekends and alternate holidays. Over time, however, more than 50 studies have shown that children…
When you separate from the parent of your child, you need to determine custody arrangements. Understanding a few things before you start can help smooth the process. Michigan recognizes legal custody and physical custody. Legal custody gives you the authority to make decisions for your child. Physical custody is about spending time with them. As parents, you can reach a…