Even though a misdemeanor is not quite as serious as other forms of criminal punishment, it can still impact your life. For example, some employers may feel skeptical to hire you if you have a criminal record of any kind. With a little practice, you can help potential...
Year: 2021
Be careful with social media use during your divorce
Whether you're on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook, you have likely posted some information about your personal life on the internet. When you are going through a divorce in Michigan, it is more important to keep your personal information discreet, which can make using...
How dating too early can complicate a divorce
Going through a divorce in Michigan is tough, and it’s understandable that you can’t wait to move on with your new life. For many people, moving on after a divorce means dating a new significant other. But before you start making plans with your new partner, you...
Alternative parenting plans
As many divorcing parents in Michigan will find, negotiating a custody and visitation plan can be complicated, as there is no plan that fits every family. A common way to divide parenting time is alternating weeks with each parent. However, this might not work for all...
Can a criminal record impact child custody?
In Michigan, custody matters are decided in “the best interest of the child,” and there are specific things that a judge will consider when deciding custody of minor children. One of the factors that a judge will take into consideration is the moral fitness of the...
What are your rights during a traffic stop?
Traffic stops are a routine but often dreaded part of life. Police officers in Michigan are tasked with many facets of traffic control duties, including monitoring for impaired drivers and those traveling at dangerously excessive speeds. Regardless of the reason for a...
The absence of a warrant affects your criminal defense
A warrant allows Michigan police officers to enter your premises. For years, criminal defense attorneys argued that these warrants sometimes had too much breadth. Moreover, there was a need to clarify when the police need a warrant. The Supreme Court weighs in on...
Supreme Court rules against help for low-level drug offenders
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,...
Child custody and domestic violence accusations
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...
How are retirement accounts divided during a divorce?
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...