Amidst the drama that is the 2016 Presidential Election between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton, I scanned my television late on Saturday night and then came the documentary “15 to Life” which despite exhaustion keep me tuned in. The story of Kenneth Young is a tragic one and one that…
Of all 50 states in the U.S., 20 do not compensate those who are wrongly convicted of crimes and ultimately set free – Michigan is one of those states. However, a bill is on the table that could hopefully change how exonerees are treated if it is voted on by…
As we’re approaching the halfway mark of 2016, we thought it would be a good idea to inform Michigan residents of new laws that have taken effect this year. Some of them you may be aware of, some you may not know about. Some of the most notable new laws…
There are countless “myths” regarding criminal defense lawyers that run the gamut. Many people who’ve never dealt with a criminal attorney view them as somewhat shady (after all, who would represent a criminal?) or as individuals who are in it to make a fortune. Speaking of making money, why not…
In the “old days” so to speak, law firms relied on their secretaries or administrative assistants to take dictation before typing out memos, letters, and other documents. Even over the last decade, it’s amazing how things have changed. Not only do we have the world wide web to provide us…
Many people are not aware of the fact that Michigan trial courts include the circuit, district, and probate courts. All of the courts serve different purposes, however the district court is the one most are familiar with and is often referred to as “the people’s court.” As far as the…
It’s that time of year again – Thanksgiving, followed by one of the busiest, most hectic, and dangerous shopping days of the year, Black Friday. Whether you intend to go out and hit all of the great deals in-store, shop online, or do a little of both, it’s important to…
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, an effort that began in the 1970’s and progressed over the decades after women in England protested the violence they encountered as they walked the streets after dark. These marches were known as “Take Back the Night,” and as word spread, the protests against…
More and more each year, respected, hard-working citizens in our country are becoming “criminals,” mostly due to our over-zealous government. No where in the U.S. is this more true than in Michigan, where there are more than 3,100 crimes with the majority of those felony and misdemeanor offenses falling outside…
December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, a campaign implemented by the President to increase awareness across the nation of the dangers and potentially deadly consequences of drugged, drunk, or distracted driving. Consuming illegal drugs has become increasingly prevalent in our society in recent years. During the month of December,…