Low-level crack cocaine offenders in Michigan and around the country recently received bad news about the possibility of a reduced sentence. The Supreme Court ruled that the wording in the First Step Act benefits convicts who possessed larger amounts of crack cocaine,...
When it comes to custody cases, family courts are committed to the best interests of the child. This is the principle judges work from in making all of their decisions. The vast majority of the time, courts interpret this as the child having at least some contact with...
Retirement accounts such as IRAs and pension plans can comprise much of a couple's net worth, especially as the couple nears retirement. When retirement assets are hefty, it is especially important to understand property division so that each spouse gets their fair...
As of April 11, new laws in Michigan make it easier for residents who have convictions involving non-violent crimes to have their records wiped clean. The state's new "Clean Slate" legislation allows offenders to apply for expungement after a minimum of five years has...