Detroit Legal Blog
Your future is at stake with a conviction for OWI
Some people think that it is no big deal if law enforcement pulls you over on suspicion of OWI. However, “Operating While Intoxicated” is a serious criminal offense, and one that can affect your future in ways you might not expect. Job problems If you are already a...
read moreWhat attorneys look for during jury selection
If you are charged with a crime in Michigan, hiring a criminal defense attorney is one of the most important decisions you can make. Should the case go to trial, your defense counsel is going to do their best to ensure that anyone that makes it onto your jury is not...
read moreDividing debts in a Michigan divorce
Financial problems are a very common contributory factor for the breakdown of a marriage. However, many spouses who want to divorce their partner because of financial issues are worried about how the debt will be divided. Before taking action to file for a divorce in...
read moreUnderstanding the benefits of virtual visitation
If you are a parent who cannot easily visit your child in person, this is likely to be very upsetting and frustrating for you. Perhaps your work commitments mean that you are traveling constantly, you live in a different state to your child or you are unable to gain...
read moreThe role of plea bargains in criminal defense
If you find yourself in a situation where you need to defend yourself against a criminal accusation, you will probably be in a state of panic. No one wants to be convicted and have a criminal record or have to serve jail time. Even if you don't think you can defend...
read moreDo you need a prenuptial agreement?
Marriage is a time of joy and celebration, but many couples like to preface the ceremony with a dose of realism. Not all marriages succeed, and when they fail, spouses sometimes try to hurt each other during the divorce. That’s why many couples opt for a prenuptial...
read moreDid my acid reflux lead to a false-positive breath test?
If you were pulled over as a driver in Michigan, it is likely that you will have been ordered to perform a Breathalyzer test. Even if you know that a medical condition such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) could potentially impact the results of...
read moreChild custody tips for Michigan fathers
If you are a single father in Michigan, you may find it challenging to get the custody ruling that you want. Fathers can face many obstacles in regard to gaining custody. The first of these hurdles can be establishing paternity of the child. If the mother has not...
read moreWhy is shoplifting in Michigan considered fraud?
When a person takes something from a store or attempts to alter the price tag on the item so that they pay less than the market value, they are attempting illegal deception. This is why shoplifting in Michigan is classed in legal terms as "retail fraud". If you have...
read moreProving that your Breathalyzer test was inaccurate
Many people in the state of Michigan are unfortunately held responsible for being measured to be over the legal limit, when in fact they were subject to an inaccurate Breathalyzer test. This is why those charged with a DUI should make sure that they consider their...
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