State of Michigan Legalizes Marijuana for Recreational Use

After years of debating on the topic and looking to Michigan citizens for their input and opinions, MI lawmakers have finally decided to legalize marijuana for recreational purposes. On November 6, 2018, the state passed the Michigan Regulation…

What if I Want a Divorce But My Spouse Doesn’t?

There are times when a marriage simply doesn’t work out and both parties agree on ending the relationship by filing for divorce. There are also instances when one party has decided that they no longer wish to be married, yet their spouse refuses…

More Than 44,000 Michigan Residents Wrongfully Accused of Defrauding State’s Unemployment System

The Michigan Supreme Court had a rather difficult case on their hands back in October after thousands of individuals were wrongfully accused of defrauding the state’s unemployment program. Apparently, there was a glitch in the MiDAS computer…

How to Avoid Being Charged with a DUI this Holiday Season

The holidays are not only a “time for fun” and a “time for cheer,” but also a time when many more individuals choose to get behind the wheel of their vehicle and drive drunk. That is why police agencies all throughout the state of Michigan…

Will I Lose Custody of My Children if I am Sentenced to Jail Time?

It all depends on the steps you take prior to you being incarcerated that will determine the answer to this question. When a person is sentenced to jail time, there are many different things they likely worry about including:  How their…

What are Some of Michigan’s Anti-Drunk and Drugged Driving Laws?

Familiarizing yourself with Michigan’s anti-drunk and drugged driving laws can help you understand what your consequences may be in the event you are arrested and charged with DUI or OWI in Lansing or any other city in the state of Michigan.…

Tips for Settling Your Divorce

After being married to someone for a significant period of time, it is likely you put in a lot of time, effort, and even money into your relationship which means you aren’t going to just walk away in the event your marriage doesn’t work…

Michigan Mom Arrested After Allegedly “Stealing” Her Daughter iPhone 6

As shocking as it may sound, this isn’t the only case of its kind. On May 11th, Jodie May found herself being detained and taken into police custody after her ex-husband had called the police claiming she had stolen their daughter’s iPhone…

How Do I Know if I Have an Emotionally Abusive Spouse?

When a couple engages in a heated argument, many might assume that one person is being emotionally abusive to the other. However, while this might be true, the fact is, not all arguments constitute as emotional abuse, according to Andrea Mathews,…

Lansing Police Arrest Four High School Teens After Major Fight Breaks Out in School

Being a teenager is all about gaining new life experiences. Teens often find themselves engaging in different types of activities, some good and some bad. The truth is, a large percentage of teens are likely to place themselves in a compromising…

How Do You Know When Your BAC Level Has Exceeded the Limit of .08%?

In the state of Michigan, it is illegal for a driver who is 21 years of age or older to operate a motor vehicle with a BAC level of .08 or higher. A BAC, or blood alcohol concentration level, is the percent of your blood that is concentrated…

What are the Consequences for Not Paying Child Support in Michigan?

Whether a child support order was created after your divorce or you had a child out of wedlock but the courts now require you to pay child support, it is crucial that you keep up with your payments to avoid facing some of the severe consequences…