Although the Miranda Warning is one of the best-known protections extended to those in state custody, it is widely misunderstood and misrepresented. Many people mistakenly assume that they have grounds to challenge their arrest based on their misinterpretation of the...
If you’re a long-distance parent following separation or divorce, you likely feel like you’re missing out on a lot. Maintaining regular communication can be challenging, even with so many options available. Even if your co-parent makes sure you can spend time with...
What attracts people to each other? Lots of characteristics can bring a couple together at the start of their relationship and throughout its duration. Looks, common interests and goals, shared values, similar upbringings and the ease of being in each other’s company...
In many marriages, both people work together to handle the finances. But there are also many couples who essentially relegate that duty to one or the other. If your spouse was the one who handle all of your financial decisions and budgeting, and you are now going to...
Many people who get pulled over for drunk driving in Michigan showed clear signs of impairment before the traffic stop. Maybe they swerved all over the road or failed to maintain a consistent speed. Officers know how to identify the signs of impaired driving. When...
When you think about shoplifting, petty theft comes to mind. Things like a teenager stealing a tube of lipstick or a child taking a candy bar are what most people envision. It might surprise you to learn that shoplifting is known as retail fraud in Michigan and it can...
One of the most contentious issues in divorce proceedings is settling matters related to child custody. While property interests and issues of support can take up much of the procedure, the best interests of the child will generally be the top priority of all...
Divorce will affect you financially since you will have to split some of your property with your ex-spouse. But it's not only property that is up for division. Debt, too, forms part of the marital estate and will be divided equitably between both of you. It means that...
Green beer, green hair and pub crawls are all familiar parts of St. Patrick’s Day in the United States. In fact, St. Patrick’s Day is one of the biggest “binge drinking” days of the year – particularly among young people. It’s also a big day for alcohol-related car...
Divorce is one of the most stressful life events anyone can ever go through. During the divorce process, some couples step up to the plate, set aside their differences and work towards ensuring that their children receive the best parenting possible. However, it is...
