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In the past month there’s been atleast 6 incidents of him doing this to our child. All because of daily reports from school. He only has our child for a few hrs on Wednesdays and every other weekend. So sometimes it’s from something that happened a week prior.
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answered on Dec 20, 2023
If your soon-to-be ex-husband has been washing your 7-year-old's mouth out with dish soap on multiple occasions, it's a serious concern that may warrant immediate action. Document each incident, including the date, time, and circumstances surrounding the washing, and gather any evidence... View More 
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answered on Dec 20, 2023
In Michigan, the responsibility for credit card debt incurred by your wife after filing for divorce may depend on various factors, including whether the debt was accrued for marital purposes or personal expenses. Generally, debts incurred for marital purposes are considered marital debts, and both... View More
Sometimes I fear he sells it without me knowing before he plans to leave me, leaving me with nothing….this is anxiety but better safe than sorry
answered on Nov 30, 2023
If you have no interest in the property your 'consent' is not needed to remortgage, sell or otherwise dispose of it. In the recent past when Michigan provided Dower rights to wives, that would not have been the case, but that archaic law has been repealed so, now, you're just a... View More
Per our divorce degree I agreed to pay the house till my last child was 18. At which point I plan on retiring. What can I do to make sure I don’t have to pay any more.
answered on Nov 23, 2023
The divorce decree is a court order that is binding on both parties. However, the mortgage will need to be paid by someone if it has not matured by the time your last child turns 18. So if the provisions of the divorce decree fail to address this issue, or does not provide that your ex- spouse is... View More
I am a DoorDash driver and believe I am being tracked and harassed by law enforcement. They appear at locations before I arrive, follow me into stores, interfere with my work, and nearly caused accidents. My soon-to-be ex-wife, with whom I'm in divorce proceedings, mentioned things about my... View More
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answered on Mar 27, 2025
I understand how distressing this situation must be for you. Consider keeping detailed records of all incidents, including dates, times, locations, officer descriptions, and vehicle numbers when possible. Taking video or photos when safe to do so can help document these encounters.
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I need a divorce from my spouse, as I am in a domestic violence marriage. We have been together for 11 years and married for 7 years. We do not have any joint assets or dependents, and we currently live together. I have reached out to local domestic violence support services. How should I proceed... View More
answered on Feb 27, 2025
Get yourself in a safe place, then file for divorce (and probably a PPO). Simple, but easier said than done, I know. Just keep in mind: safety first.
My husband and I plan to divorce because of his financial issues but still plan to live together as a couple. We have minor children and live in Michigan. Could a judge deny our divorce?
answered on Feb 12, 2025
Michigan is a "no fault" divorce state. If one, or preferably both people, agree that the bond of matrimony are broken and there is no reconciliation, then a judge will grant the divorce. What you two do from there is your own business.
I need to file a motion to amend my divorce decree post finalization. I’m in seek of the proper form needed to file this motion. Thank you.
answered on Nov 21, 2024
Most court's have a physical legal assistance center that you can visit or you can always visit the Michigan online assistance center: https://legalassistancecenter.org/
No kids. No shared property. He won’t cooperate with any of her Medicaid forms. She needs Medicaid nursing home level of care.
answered on Oct 31, 2024
Contact the legal aid office in the county she is located in. They can help her file the necessary paperwork, and she almost assuredly qualifies.
I was served divorce papers the server told me I had 2 hrs to pack and leave the house if I came back a PPO wld be served do I have to leave the house just normal divorce papers was served.. I don't see anything stating a time period for me to leave, there is not form stating I must leave.
answered on Aug 27, 2024
Ordinarily, no. But best check with an attorney now that you've been served.
I am in the process of filing for divorce. The car I drive and pay for is in his name. Should I try to sell it back to dealer, or leave him with the responsibility And buy a new one, or wait until the car situation comes up in the proceedings?
answered on Aug 14, 2024
If divorce proceedings have started, it's generally unwise to do anything with assets or property at this point until determined by agreement or the court.
Does it matter where the child is born? We live together in Michigan currently.
answered on Jun 3, 2024
It matters greatly and particularly where the child lives as that establishes jurisdiction. It sounds like that would be Michigan for you, which means Michigan courts and law will apply.
She says everything we paid for that's in her name she will take because we're not married but ingauged for 23 years
answered on May 16, 2024
Unfortunately, there is no such thing as sweat equity here. Being engaged is not a legal status. What's her's is her's and what's your's is your's.
My husband and I live in Michigan and are considering divorce. I went to an apartment complex to sign a lease for a new place. His cousin works there and saw me. He called my husband later that day to tell him I signed a lease. I have yet to talk to my husband to share this news yet. I’m... View More
answered on Apr 30, 2024
It's not illegal. Whether the apartment complex has an internal policy about their employees (e.g. the cousin) disclosing information is a separate question that you can address with the apartment complex.
answered on Mar 21, 2024
See if your county or courthouse has a legal assistance center that can advise you on this. In many places, a packet of papers are available complete with instructions.
My husband is saying he is keeping the kids and getting full custody of our kids because I don't work and don't have a drivers license. I do everything for our kids, and all the housework. He also says he isn't paying child support because he already pays child support for his other... View More
answered on Feb 28, 2024
That's not how child custody works. If it were, a lot of people would not have custody. The court determines custody based on the best interest of the child factors.
Me and my girlfriend at the time were both at the end of getting divorced? Before the divorce was finalized my girlfriend ending up getting pregnant and delivering our daughter. Since she was still married to another man legally his name was put on the birth certificate. He lives in Texas and... View More
answered on Feb 1, 2024
You will likely need to file a motion in the family court with jurisdiction here in Michigan. Preferably, you can have the non-biological father stipulate to the set of facts.
4 minor kids involved. Her lawyer says my name would have to stay on the mortgage for at least one year even tho I’m leaving and she keeps house. This doesn’t sound correct at all
answered on Dec 27, 2023
Hard to say without a lot more information. Do you have a lawyer? You should ask him or her; there are very few "yes/no", "right/wrong" answers in family law.
House for me and my son without my soon to be ex-husband having any legal rights to it
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