Distracted driving represents a significant danger to the lives and health of everyone on the road. While texting when driving is perhaps the most notorious means of driving while distracted, it is not the only one. Eating, talking to a passenger, playing with the...
Brighton, Michigan, Legal Blog
Estate planning and the changes to capital-gains taxes
Having an estate pan in place is not just for the wealthy; however, certain strategies and information may be more beneficial for those that are financially well off in Michigan and elsewhere. The Estate planning process is not an easy one to begin, but when an...
Do you know how to develop your divorce mediation strategy?
Recently on the blog we discussed divorce mediation and how it can prove to be a beneficial process for you and your family. There’s not doubt that working with your spouse and a mediator can save you a lot of time and money, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that...
Why divorce mediation can work
The traditional model of a litigated divorce, where the two parties face a judge while airing their differences in the often tense, stressful and very public setting of a courtroom, is no longer the norm, especially in Michigan. In fact, non-litigated methods of...
Types of spousal support available to divorcing spouses
When a couple gets a divorce, a spouse that works part-time or does not work outside of the home may have a difficult time maintaining the life they became accustomed to during the marriage. These spouses may be entitled to alimony or spousal support, payments made by...
Factors relevant in Michigan child custody cases
Getting child custody matters right during a Michigan divorce can be complicated. Parents must focus on their own needs and those of their children as they unravel their family webs and set up independent lives. It can be hard for individuals in these difficult...
Does remaining silent mean I invoked my Miranda right to silence?
Detroit residents have likely seen enough police procedural dramas to know that a suspect must be read their Miranda rights before being questioned officially. This includes two basic rights: the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney while being...
What will happen if I don’t have a will when I die?
Like other states, Michigan has laws in place that determine what will happen to a person’s property if she dies without a will. The same laws also apply if a will turns out to be invalidated or if the will does not apply to all of the person’s probate estate. These...
Speeding continues to be problem, especially among teens
While there has been much attention given to drunk driving and distracted driving, at least one organization directed to automobile safety has called for greater awareness of the ongoing problem with speeding motorists. According to the Governors Highway Safety...
Strict liability and Michigan dog bite claims
Dogs are wonderful companions in households all throughout Michigan. Many families have more than one canine in their households to keep them company and show them love. A well-trained dog can be a protector, friend, and buddy for their owner. However, not all dogs...
