Parents often think long and hard about the best inheritances to leave to their children. The last thing on their mind might be that their child's inheritance could be compromised during a divorce. For the most part, Michigan family law treats inheritances as separate...
There are many reasons that people in Michigan decide not to draft wills. Perhaps they think they do not have enough money or assets to make it worthwhile. Instead, they tell family members of their intentions (for example, Joe gets the wooden toys, and Helen gets the...
From a young age, many people in Michigan already have an idea of what they want their marriage to be like. However, these plans usually have more to do with flowers, music and locations than something much more important -- financial security. Prenuptial agreements...
Mental illness can put tremendous stress on families, and for some, it might be the breaking point. If a spouse feels at risk or genuinely unhappy because of a significant other's ongoing mental health issues, ending the marriage can be an understandably healthy...
Drivers usually understand that they might be asked to submit to a Breathalyzer or blood test if pulled over for suspected drunken driving, but a new program could have officers asking for something else. At least one Michigan county is launching a one-year program...
The legal blood-alcohol limit for driving in Michigan is .08, the same as many other states across the rest of the United States. This similarity in legal limits is not a coincidence, as federal funding for state highway needs are tied to keeping the BAC limit for...
The transition from fall to winter in Michigan makes driving even more precarious than normal. It is not quite either season, so you have to be ready for the conditions of both. Although a nuisance, this preparation effectively increases your safety on the road and...
