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It is illegal to drive while under the influence of alcohol. However, many people will have a relatively small amount to drink and still decide to get behind the wheel. For example, someone who has a glass of wine at a steakhouse in Grand Rapids may not think twice...
If you’re facing criminal charges, you might be worried about the potential impact it might have on your parental rights and relationship with your child. Will a conviction risk your custody or visitation rights? It all depends on the nature of the conviction and...
January is one of the most popular months for people to file for divorce. One reason is that they see the turn of the year as an ideal opportunity to schedule a change in their lives. Another is that they had decided on a divorce some time ago but wanted to wait to...
Many people set fire to something when they were kids to see what would happen. Most of the time, nothing further came of it, bar perhaps a telling off if their parents ever found out. As an adult, setting fire to something will typically be taken much more seriously...
As the year comes to a close, many families find themselves preparing for holiday celebrations and festivities. For divorced parents, this time of year often brings added financial considerations. Do holiday-related expenses count toward child support? Child support...
Facing a domestic violence accusation in Michigan is a serious situation, and even if the accuser wants to withdraw their claim, the process doesn’t end automatically. Michigan law prioritizes the investigation and prosecution of domestic violence cases, and once...
When you’re taken into custody, the situation can quickly become overwhelming. However, it helps to understand and assert your legal rights, including the right to remain silent. The U.S. Constitution's Fifth Amendment guarantees this right. What exactly does this...
When an officer pulls a driver over on suspicion of impaired driving in Michigan, they will often ask the driver to take a breath test. They simply want to check and see if the driver is at or above the legal limit of 0.08%. An officer can arrest a driver even if...
Starting over in the wake of a divorce often involves rebuilding one’s life from the ground up. An increasingly popular, innovative and practical way to navigate this transition as successfully as possible involves setting up a divorce registry. Similar to a wedding...
Michigan family courts prefer joint custody, where both parents actively share the decision-making and day-to-day responsibilities of raising the child. However, there are instances when a court may decide that awarding sole custody is ideal in light of the...