Detroit Legal Blog
What are the major factors behind rollover accidents?
Rollover crashes on Michigan roads are extremely dangerous, violent crashes. Often, these crashes make it easy to see the interaction between the driver, the environment and other drivers. While over 85% of rollover crashes, according to the NHTSA are one-vehicle...
Going through the divorce process a second time
Getting a divorce can be challenging, whether someone is approaching the process for the first time in their life or they have been through it before. Those who are getting divorced for a second (or even third) time may have certain advantages, such as familiarity...
Depression due to child custody disputes
Parents who become involved in a dispute over the custody of their children may have many hardships as they attempt to navigate the legal system and work for an end result that is in their child’s best interests. These disputes can be very time-consuming, and they can...
Make sure you understand your estate plan
Creating an estate plan is an essential part of providing for your family after you pass away. Some aspects of Michigan estate planning can be complicated, which is why some people hire an estate planner for assistance. However, it is possible to be too passive in...
You have options if you can’t pay your car loan
When money gets tight, you may find you are unable to pay all your bills each month. For some, you may be able to skip a payment or send a smaller amount without immediate consequences. You may pay late fees or other charges, and the delinquency may show up on your...
How does a DUI affect child custody?
When a court rules on a child custody case, the best interest of the child comes first. Parents with a DUI may be concerned about how much that charge could affect their custody case. While a DUI charge can be viewed in a negative light during a child custody battle,...
Pleading no contest to felony criminal charges in Michigan
Operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol in Michigan may result in a serious felony conviction. Fatalities caused by an impaired driver may lead to a sentencing of up to life in prison. At Lucido & Manzella, P.C., we recognize the...
How can you spot domestic violence in your community?
Occasionally when Michigan couples or families disagree at home, it can result in an intense argument that may escalate to shouting. When you hear or see something that sounds intense, do you know how to differentiate a simple case of dysfunction from actual domestic...
Understanding Michigan marijuana laws
Recreational cannabis became legal in Michigan with the passage of the state's Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act in 2018. The state's first recreational dispensaries will open in early 2020 to serve adults ages 21 and older. As availability of legal marijuana...
What you need to know about post-concussion syndrome after a TBI
Any type of trauma to the brain that disrupts its function is considered a traumatic brain injury, and even a mild concussion counts. Because the brain is such a complex organ, no two concussions are the same, no matter how similar the circumstances, and the outcomes...
