Hall v. Novik

Defendant Michael Novik appeals by leave granted from an order of the circuit court denying his motion for modification of previous child-support orders. We affirm in part, reverse in part, and remand.

BACKGROUND FACTS AND PROCEEDINGS BELOW

While unmarried, plaintiff Linda M. Hall gave birth to a child on December 20, 1990, following a relationship with Novik. On February 15, 1991, Hall filed a complaint for paternity against Novik. With the assistance of attorneys, the parties entered into a process of negotiation and an agreement was reached resulting in a court-approved consent order entered…