Drivers in Michigan typically hope to avoid encounters with law enforcement whenever possible. No one wants to see those flashing lights in their rearview mirror, as a traffic stop inevitably means delay and potentially means major expenses. Police officers who pull...
Divorce rates and the reasons why people file for divorce tend to change through the years. Prior to the creation of no-fault divorce laws, divorce was relatively rare. However, improved access to divorce proceedings and less pressure to have conclusive proof of...
Do you want to end your relationship with your spouse but don’t want a divorce? Maybe it’s for religious reasons, or maybe you don’t want a final act in case there is hope for a reunion in the future. As a Michigan resident, you should know that there is an...
DUI laws vary from state to state, and Michigan is no exception. The state has strict laws in place to deter and penalize drunk driving. The legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers is 0.08%. The state operates under the principle of implied consent...
Starting a well-paid career in Michigan often begins with making significant investments. For example, professionals ranging from cosmetologists and barbers to auctioneers and real estate agents must obtain state licensing to practice their chosen professions. The...
Laws in Michigan help to ensure that there is consistency from divorce to divorce case. In litigated matters, judges are required to interpret statutes to divide marital property and allocate parental responsibilities in ways that reflect the legal standards enacted...
Divorce interferes with normal family functioning. The parent-child relationship undergoes significant changes that can make child-rearing more challenging. Thus, Michigan courts do not take child custody and parenting time concerns lightly. The judge considers a...
Most people in Grand Rapids use the terms "drunk driving," "OWI," and "DUI" interchangeably. Unless you get charged with one of these crimes, it can easily seem like DUI and OWI both mean driving under the influence. So they must be the same crime with the same...