Michigan Appeals Court Split On Termination Of Mom’s Parental Rights
Clear and convincing evidence existed to terminate the mother’s parental rights in this case and doing so was in the child’s best interest.
Trial Court Must Clarify Why Domestic Violence Victim’s Parental Rights Were Terminated
The Michigan Court of Appeals has vacated an order terminating the parental rights of a mother who was the victim of domestic violence.
Child Died During Parental Rights Appeal: “Collateral Legal Consequences” Prevent Mootness
In a case where the respondent-mother’s parental rights had been terminated, the COA held that her appeal was not moot, even though the child died while the appeal was pending.