Brighton, Michigan, Legal Blog
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,...
Drunk driving consequences
Each year, in Michigan, thousands of people suffer serious injuries and hundreds lose their lives on roads in the state because a driver chooses to operate a motor vehicle while intoxicated. Because of the dangers presented by drunk drivers, the state has adopted a...
Estate planning to protect businesses and family
Estate planning can be beneficial to anyone who owns assets in Michigan, especially if those assets include a business. Many people are only familiar with wills, but estate planning can also include the creation of a trust fund or a succession plan as well as...
What an “open and close” defense means in premise liability
Property owners in Michigan have the duty of care to make their premises safe, or they could be liable for accidents that take place on their properties. This is known as premises liability. It helps to know how premise laws work and what to use as a defense if a...
Conducting searches in accordance with the Fourth Amendment
Michigan residents are protected against unreasonable search and seizure by the Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which is part of the Bill of Rights. While police officers are permitted to conduct warrantless searches in certain specific situations, the U.S....
Keeping family law cases from negatively impacting work
For Michigan couples going through a divorce, the process can take a toll in myriad ways. With the litany of issues that come to the forefront including spousal support, child custody, child support and property division, it is easy to become focused on the case and...
Financial tips for older adults going through a divorce
Older adults in Michigan who are going through a divorce may have accumulated more assets and have more complex financial situations than their younger counterparts. In addition, they may be retired or near retirement, and this leaves them less able to recover...
What to do right after a car accident
Getting into a car accident is stressful. Between the noise and the shock, it is understandable if Michigan drivers forget proper protocol. Understanding Michigan vehicle law is important for drivers who wish to avoid excessive fines or even a hit-and-run charge....
Are child custody issues causing your children stress?
Divorce is not easy, but it does not necessarily have to ruin children’s lives. Children are typically resilient and adaptable. However, if unresolved child custody issues are causing stress in a family, a concerned Michigan parent might recognize physical signs of...
4 Tips for preventing dog bites
Dogs play an essential role in many people’s lives. They bring joy, companionship and have even been shown to reduce stress and anxiety in their humans. But while you may consider your dog to be family, you mustn’t forget that all dogs – regardless of their breed or...
