Should I allow my step sons to visit their mother for the wknd in a house with an open cps case where children were removed from

The parents should follow the Court ordered parenting schedule. However, if you have significant concerns for the safety of your children, an...

Usually, this expense would not be in addition to the required child support paid by the father. However, you should consult your judgment of...

Can the fact that my ex will not let me see my son be a defense to owing on child support? What should I do about getting visit

Generally, the two issues are not connected. Most courts will not allow parenting time to stop just because support is not paid up to date and the...

Can you be called to report to a probation officer if you are placed on 6 months of non reporting probation?

It is possible that your probation officer will want to meet with you. There are several reasons why this could happen. Perhaps it is to discuss...

If the friend of the court recommends supervised child visitation and the Guardian et Litem says no visits who prevails?

The answer to this question depends on the reasons given for agreeing with the GAL as opposed to the FOC. Why are the two reports so different? ...

My husbands kids are currently with a guardian. She has refused to follow the visitation order. What do we do?

All parties should follow the court order regarding parenting time. If the guardian is not allowing this to occur, and you are unable to find out...

I have been married 12 years. My spouse works for general motors and my home was mine for 17 years prior to marrying. The title

While each case is different, generally, you would be entitled to the equity earned in the home prior to the marriage. The increase ( or...

Recommend lawyer for Child Support consultation.

The State of Michigan has child support guidelines that look at the income of both parents along with other factors to determine the correct...

What can be done if custodial parent have not been getting the timely immunization for the toddler?

If you are unhappy with how the custodial parent is raising the child, you do have the right to seek a modification of custody or direction from...

Does my 16 year old have to stay at her dad's for the summer with no set visitation from the friend of the court?

Your Judgment or current parenting time order will control what schedule is followed during the summer. You can file a motion to modify that...