What do I do?

A lot depends on your criminal record. If this is your first offense, it is unlikely you will receive jail time, but please ensure, if you decide...

I have violated a ppo order and is now being served papers to appear in court

I would be very careful using your child as an excuse -- most Judges will not appreciate that. Your much better option is to consult with a lawyer...

If I appeal my circuit court decision, once the Appellate court makes its ruling, will I still have the same Circuit Court Judge

99% of the time, if the Court of Appeals "remands" a case (meaning: "sends it back to the Trial Judge to clarify or to re-rule or to re-try certain...

Separated for over a year but not divorced. Shoud we file separately?

The only person who can answer that is a good CPA. I would kindly recommend you consult with a CPA, who can perform hypotheticals tax returns as...

What is the health insurance premium adjustment on our child support?

Likely your best bet is to sit down and consult with a lawyer who has a lot of experience with the Michigan Child Support Formula ("MCSF"). That...

Help Divorce

I am so sorry you are going though this. Michigan is a "no fault" divorce State, which means you can NOT stop the divorce if he wants to proceed. ...

If the police took some property when I was arrested will I get it back?

Michigan has forfeiture laws (the laws that allow the police to confiscate your property) that are VERY anti-defendant, and usually very...

I have joint custody of my daughter and am taking her on vacation during her dads week that he already approved.

Make sure you screen-shot and then print-out that text, so you have proof if he tries to change his mind later. You could also send him a...

Violated?

If you can't secure a job by Jan 14, at the very least keep copies of each and every resume you submit, and bring those records with you to your...

I rarely recommend this, but a possible option for you is to file an Incorrigibility Petition with the Wayne County Juvenile Court against her. If...