Burba v. Burba

AFTER REMAND

Cavanagh, J.

This case requires us to determine the scope of a trial court’s duty under MCL 552.17; MSA 25.97 when it deviates from the support levels established by the Michigan Child Support Formula. We hold that in this case, the trial court did not adequately fulfill its duties. Thus, we reverse and remand for further proceedings.

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Plaintiff Joseph and defendant Myriam Burba were married in 1976. Their union produced two daughters, but, after separating in 1986, the Burbas consented to a divorce judgment in 1989. The consent judgment awarded defendant alimony of $900 a month for…