PROPOSED BANS ON TEXTING WHILE DRIVING - INFRINGEMENT ON PERSONAL FREEDOM OR ARE WE PUTTING LIVES AT RISK?

As a whole, it seems that our national thirst for the latest and fastest technology gizmos cannot be quenched. We want information at our fingertips – and our ability to text, e-mail and even search the internet at high speed on small, portable… Read More
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Understanding the Michigan Medical Marihuana Act

Last November, Michigan legalized the use of marihuana for medicinal purposes, thus enacting the Michigan Medical Marihuana Act (MMA). The purpose of this blog is to clear up any confusion or misunderstanding readers may have about the year-old legis… Read More
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House of Representatives Passes "Good Samaritan" Bill

The Good Samaritan Bill, introduced by State Sen. Liz Brater (D-Ann Arbor), exempts underage drinkers who call for emergency help from being charged with Minor in Possession (MIP). The bill, which was passed by the House of Representatives in October… Read More
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Where to Start After Being Injured

When a person is injured in any type of accident, whether it’s a car accident, drunk driving accident, workplace accident, or slip & fall accident, they can have a hard time deciding what to do about it. With the overwhelming amount of info… Read More
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Are the Stakes Higher for Juvenile Offenders?

If your child has been arrested for a crime in Oakland County or Wayne County, it is important to consult an experienced juvenile defense lawyer right away. When a minor is arrested for a crime, not only does he or she stand to face numerous legal pe… Read More
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What You Should Know About Federal Charges

Arrested on federal charges? If so, it is important that you speak with an experienced federal crimes defense lawyer as soon as possible. Federal crimes are serious offenses that can land you behind bars for years, strip you of your rights, and great… Read More
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Two Separate Cases Involving Teenage Robbery

Two Oakland County teenagers are in jail for robbing a 55-year-old woman left paralyzed from a stroke. Dazmon Kittles, 19, and Keywania Weatherspoon, 18, were arrested, charged, and booked in Oakland County jail for allegedly knocking the woman over… Read More
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Penalties for Theft Crimes

All theft crimes are classified as either petty theft or grand theft. When faced with theft charges, knowing whether you are charged with petty theft or grand theft will give you an idea as to what type of penalties you are facing. Petty theft is a m… Read More
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The Hate Crimes Prevention Act

On October 28, 2009, President Obama signed the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act into law. This law, also referred to as the Mathew Shepard Act or the Hate Crimes Prevention Act (HCPA), expends the current federal hate c… Read More
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What You Need to Know About the DMV Hearing

When a person is suspected of DUI or OWI, the police will ask them to submit to a breath or blood test. If a driver refuses to submit to either of these tests, then his or her driver’s license will automatically be confiscated, resulting in a o… Read More
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