Entrepreneurs can find themselves in a particularly vulnerable position during a divorce. Depending on the agreements involved, the businesses that they worked so hard to build could be in jeopardy as they work towards a division of property. However, a bit of...
In Michigan and beyond, financial crises have been on the rise in recent years. For some, a key factor to restoring stability lies in filing for bankruptcy. There are pros and cons to such programs, which every individual should consider before filing for...
Going through a divorce is an important endeavor. Regardless of the nature of the divorce—whether amicable or acrimonious- the paperwork and the meetings can affect both spouses’ emotional and mental bandwidth. In Michigan, spouses are not required to prove anything...
Losing a family member can be overwhelming and stressful. The surviving immediate family might undergo various procedures related to the death and legalities regarding the deceased's estate. Fortunately, a standard process exists to address these needs under state...
Since death can be unpleasant to think about, too many people avoid planning for this inevitable event. It is a common misconception to think that only those who are near death need a will, but this is far from the truth. Here are some reasons why a last will and...
Many Michigan parents have recently parted ways. When a family experiences the life changes that such decisions bring, there is a season of “firsts” that unfolds throughout the year. For those who divorce during late winter or spring, this will be the first summer...
Untangling a long-term marriage can undoubtedly be a complicated process. Typically, the longer spouses in Michigan have been married, the more their finances, and lives in general, are entangled. When divorce happens, it is not uncommon for a spouse to attempt to...
Michigan consumers in need of linens, bath towels and other household items will have to look for products in stores other than Bed Bath & Beyond, come June of this year. The company has 13 stores in this state, most of which are in Detroit. However, ongoing...
Death is not a subject that most Michigan residents want to discuss. Of course, it’s unavoidable, so it only makes sense to prepare ahead of time. A proper estate plan can ensure that a person’s assets are passed onto their intended beneficiaries. Trusts are great...
When an individual or business in Michigan starts looking into bankruptcy, it will quickly become apparent that there are many types. These types are labeled under “Chapters” and indicate the process that will be undertaken in addressing creditors. The two most common...