Brighton, Michigan, Legal Blog
The Definition Of Felony Theft Varies Widely By State
It should be obvious to everyone that theft is illegal in every state, and that as the price of the stolen goods goes up, so do the criminal consequences. Each state sets its own dollar-value threshold for differentiating between misdemeanor theft (or larceny) and...
Dispelling 3 common estate planning myths
Estate planning isn’t something many people want to think about. Aside from confronting their mortality, common myths regarding who needs an estate plan or what estate plans accomplish often prevent people from taking essential steps to safeguard their legacy and...
Is a collaborative divorce right for you?
Ending a marriage is a difficult life event to go through. While it is an emotional experience because it is a major change, it does not need to any more difficult than it already is. This doesn’t mean it will be easy; however, divorcing couples may have the option to...
False allegations of child neglect and abuse
Public awareness of child abuse and negligence has increased among individuals in Michigan and other parts of the U.S. within the last few decades. While many concerned individuals are doing their part to take the necessary steps to protect children, unfortunately,...
A type of financial planner may help someone through a divorce
Divorce comes with financial considerations even when the two spouses have relatively meager net worth. For example, either a settlement or a trial could determine the ownership of a jointly held Michigan home. What happens when a spouse who never handles home-related...
Estate planning for young adults
Young people often avoid estate planning because they mistakenly believe you have to be either rich or old to have an estate plan. The truth is that estate planning is important no matter a person’s wealth or age. For example, if a person in Michigan dies with no...
How to defend against child abuse charges
Individuals in Michigan and elsewhere who are facing child abuse charges have the right to defend themselves against those allegations. An individual may be able to assert that he or she is the victim of a false accusation. It isn't uncommon for parents to be accused...
Estate planning in Brighton, MI
There are many misconceptions that surround estate planning, including how important the process is for a person and their loved ones. In addition to the necessity of proper estate planning, many people fail to realize that it's not only those of higher financial...
A brief overview of white collar crime
White collar crime is a blanket term for any offense involving trickery or deceit for the purpose of illicit financial gain. In Michigan and across the United States, scams and white collar crimes occur every day. Some of the most common white collar crimes include...
Fighting a reckless driving charge
Reckless driving covers a wide variety of traffic offenses. In Michigan, police can cite or arrest anyone who operates a motor vehicle in a way that demonstrates "willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property." Things like eluding the police,...
