Legal Question in Family Law in Michigan

Weekend visitation

Hi, It was my weekend, and my 11 year old son and I had an argument, and he said that he wanted to go home; meaning his mom's; so I handed him the phone and told him ok, as long as it's alright with her; he handed the phone to me an she said that she was on her way to pick up both of my boys; I told her no way, she can't do that, because it's my weekend; she said watch me; I try to work with her, even though I have to live in my parents garage because I can't afford to pay all the bills after child support; I work full time, and it's very degrading living the way that shes forced me to live, and now she acts like she has all this power to do whatever she wants to do; My question is; how much power does she actually have; does she hold all the cards? I never did anything to deserve this; she fell out of love with me, and in love with someone else, and somehow that entitled her to taking my kids and my money; Please help! Thank you, Bill


Asked on 11/26/06, 10:56 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
William Stern William Stern, P.C.

Re: Weekend visitation

You left out of the information whether you have only visitation and she has physical custody. Is your visitation contained in an order or judgment? It sounds like both of you have a child or children who know how to manipulate the divorce situation and parents who allow the children to run the show. If she will not cooperate in teaming with you on this child issue, you should get a lawyer. Don't allow the children to manipulate the situation by forcing an argument so they all have an excuse to leave you for her, etc. You probably should see an experienced, competent family therapist. William S. Stern

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Answered on 11/26/06, 3:17 pm

Re: Weekend visitation

Nobody can really help you by posting advice on the internet. You need to consult with an aggressive attorney. She certainly can't continue to push you around and use the kids like this.

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Answered on 11/26/06, 5:01 pm


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