S10 Ep43: Can a Parent Manipulate a Guardian ad Litem?

S10 Ep53: What If My Ex Doesn't Show Up to Court

#ChooseGoldman Missing court can cause major problems for your case because the judge will proceed without you. If you choose not to show up, you lose your opportunity to voice your opinion and the court may issue a default ruling. • Showing up to court is vital because your physical presence demonstrates your involvement and commitment to the case. • The court will not halt its official business or delay proceedings just because one party decides to skip out. • If your ex chooses not to show up, the judge will proceed without them and a default ruling will likely be issued. • A default ruling means the absent person completely loses their chance to weigh in on critical decisions regarding their future, assets, and children. • Although courts prefer comprehensive decisions based on input from all parties, they will move forward with whoever is present rather than keeping you stuck. Download Divorce & Custody Survival Guide. Click here: https://akivagoldman.com/free-legal-ebook/ Schedule Your Complimentary Phone Consultation: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=17105687&appointmentType=18529428 📞 (248) 590-6600 Call/Text Click here to watch the video: https://youtu.be/s9idMvHRajA For more information: https://akivagoldman.com/michigan-divorce-lawyer Learn more in our blog: https://akivagoldman.com/blog/divorce/what-if-my-ex-doesnt-show-up-to-court Visit us at ChooseGoldman.com #Goldmanandassociateslawfirm #ChooseGoldman #ChooseGoldmanLaw #MichiganDivorce #FamilyLawMichigan #DefaultRuling #CourtAppearance #MichiganFamilyLawyer

S10 Ep52: What Are My Legal Rights If My Spouse Locks Me Out of Our Marital Home?

#ChooseGoldman Divorce is often marked by intense drama, including stressful situations where one spouse suddenly changes the locks to keep the other out of the marital home. Attorney Akiva Goldman breaks down your legal residency rights and explains how family courts handle these unilateral actions to ensure your protections remain intact. • Both spouses possess absolute legal rights to the marital residence, and changing the physical deadbolt does not alter real estate ownership or occupancy protections. • Unless a family court judge has explicitly signed an order granting one party exclusive use of the home, neither spouse can legally lock the other out. • Family courts will rapidly step in when a lockout occurs, holding formal hearings to address the issue and restore fair access. • A judge has broad discretion to penalize a lockout by forcing the locks to be re-changed, ordering keys to be shared, or removing the blocking spouse from the property entirely. • Taking matters into your own hands creates terrible optics, causes emotional trauma for the children, and can severely damage your standing in the case. Download Divorce & Custody Survival Guide. Click here: https://akivagoldman.com/free-legal-ebook/ Schedule Your Complimentary Phone Consultation: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=17105687&appointmentType=18529428 For more information: https://akivagoldman.com/michigan-divorce-lawyer Learn more in our blog: https://akivagoldman.com/blog/divorce/what-are-my-legal-rights-if-my-spouse-locks-me-out-of-our-marital-home Visit us at ChooseGoldman.com #Goldmanandassociateslawfirm #ChooseGoldman #ChooseGoldmanLaw #MichiganDivorceAttorneys #MichiganFamilyLaw #DivorceLawerMichigan #MichiganLegalHelp #MaritalHomeRights

S10 Ep51: What Happens If a Business "Suddenly" Loses Money During Divorce

#ChooseGoldman A sudden drop in a business's revenue during a divorce is a major red flag that often points to intentional financial manipulation. Courts will scrutinize these changes, but your attorney must formally present the evidence to ensure a fair division of assets and support. • A significant decrease in business profits right as a divorce begins is often a sign of foul play. • Spouses may try to manipulate cash flow by prepaying future expenses to make the current year look financially weak. • Another common tactic is delaying receivables so the business income only arrives after the divorce is finalized. • While businesses can legitimately lose money due to economic shifts, manipulated numbers are meant to unfairly lower alimony and asset payouts. • The judge will not instinctively know about hidden money; your lawyer must uncover the truth through formal discovery and motions. 📞 (248) 590-6600 Call/Text Download Divorce & Custody Survival Guide. Click here: https://akivagoldman.com/free-legal-ebook/ Schedule Your Complimentary Phone Consultation: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=17105687&appointmentType=18529428 Click here to watch the video: https://youtu.be/lDC6hxG0748 For more information: https://akivagoldman.com/michigan-divorce-lawyer Learn more in our blog: https://akivagoldman.com/blog/uncategorized/what-happens-if-a-business-suddenly-loses-money-during-divorce Visit us at ChooseGoldman.com #Goldmanandassociateslawfirm #ChooseGoldman #ChooseGoldmanLaw #MichiganDivorceLawyer #BusinessDivorce #AssetDivision #FamilyLawMichigan #HiddenAssets

S10 Ep50: Does Calling the Police First Matter In a Domestic Violence Case?

#ChooseGoldman Many people believe that calling the police first automatically makes them look innocent, but physical evidence usually dictates the outcome unless it is a witnessless domestic violence case. In these "he said, she said" situations, the person who calls first often controls the narrative, setting off immediate police actions that carry heavy, unexpected consequences for the family. • In most situations like car accidents, being the first to call the police does not matter because physical facts dictate who is at fault. • In domestic violence cases with no outside witnesses, the police are highly likely to go along with the narrative of the person who called them first. • If you do not call the police during a domestic dispute, it legally becomes a historical story that is very difficult to prove later on. • Responding officers focus on immediate protection and separation rather than marriage counseling, which means someone will likely be arrested and removed. • A domestic violence arrest triggers immediate legal consequences, such as criminal no-contact orders that can completely stop vital household income and child care. Download Divorce & Custody Survival Guide. Click here: https://akivagoldman.com/free-legal-ebook/ Schedule Your Complimentary Phone Consultation: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=17105687&appointmentType=18529428 For more information: https://akivagoldman.com/michigan-family-law-attorney/domestic-violence Learn more in our blog: https://akivagoldman.com/blog/domestic-violence/does-calling-the-police-first-matter-in-a-domestic-violence-case Visit us at ChooseGoldman.com #Goldmanandassociateslawfirm #ChooseGoldman #ChooseGoldmanLaw #MichiganFamilyLaw #DomesticViolenceLaw #LegalStrategy #MichiganLawyer

S10 Ep49: Can I Fire My Spouse From the Business During Divorce?

#ChooseGoldman Dividing a business during a divorce is significantly more complicated than splitting simple household assets. Attorney Akiva Goldman highlights that making rash employment changes driven by raw emotions usually backfires, as Michigan courts typically order the financial status quo to be maintained. • Businesses involve complex asset division compared to straightforward items like bank accounts or televisions. • Couples often establish distinct, vital operational roles within their shared business during the marriage. • Firing your spouse usually forces you to pay a replacement worker's salary to perform the exact same job. • Eliminating your spouse's corporate income often triggers a court order requiring you to pay temporary spousal support. • Maintaining the financial status quo and following mathematical business logic is the most strategic option during an active divorce. Download Divorce & Custody Survival Guide. Click here: https://akivagoldman.com/free-legal-ebook/ Schedule Your Complimentary Phone Consultation: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=17105687&appointmentType=18529428 For more information: https://akivagoldman.com/michigan-divorce-lawyer Learn more in our blog: https://youtu.be/D6PnCOa27ww Visit us at ChooseGoldman.com #Goldmanandassociateslawfirm #ChooseGoldman #ChooseGoldmanLaw #MichiganDivorceLawyer #DivorceLawyerMichigan #MichiganFamilyLaw #DivorceAttorneyMichigan #SpousalSupportMI