As much as we would like to deflect from the fact that divorce is becoming more and more common in society, the truth is, it is a conventional practice for a couple that is looking to get out of the commitment and marriage they agreed to. And if this is the route you are electing […]
If your loved one was recently taken into police custody in Lansing, East Lansing, or any neighboring city and you are wanting to find out how you can get them out of jail, criminal defense lawyer Stuart R. Shafer is here to help you. When you first become aware of your loved one’s arrest, it […]
There are times where filing for divorce can be avoided given that a couple is able to work through their differences and then there are times like the one described below where divorce is, in fact, the best possible option. Al.com has recently reported a disturbing story that involves Tonya Hardy Moore and her soon […]
Did you know that in Michigan,”62 percent of all married couples own a pet together” [Source: Tri-County Times]? Because pets are regarded as property, even though you may think of yours as a child, they are included in the assets and property to be split upon divorcing from your spouse. But the truth is, Michigan […]
Teenagers often put themselves in comprising situations simply because they are learning who they are while exploring the limited freedom they might have. Sometimes, this can lead to trouble and even an arrest. If your teen was recently arrested in Lansing, Michigan or a neighboring city, how do you know that their rights were upheld? […]
Many couples who can’t seem to get along often stay together for the simple fact that they have children together. But, is this really the best thing to do? Most couples who aren’t happy together often argue and bicker, exposing their children to a negative and potentially unhealthy environment. So, while you might be under […]
Because Michigan takes a strong stand against intoxicated and impaired drivers, the penalties a person is faced with are rather harsh when charged with DUI. If you were recently charged with DUI in Lansing or another city in Michigan, below are some of the laws the courts abide by when handling DUI cases:
Michigan State Police define domestic violence as “a pattern of learned behavior in which one person uses physical, sexual, and emotional abuse to control another person.” Michigan law states that a person has a domestic relationship with someone if any of the following apply:
Many crimes that are committed in the state of Michigan often result in serious punishments being given which might include having to serve time in jail, having to pay steep fines, and even having to spend a period of time on probation. But, when it comes to embezzlement, it seems as though this crime carries […]
If you are separating or divorcing in Michigan and you have children together with your spouse, it is likely one party or the other may be required to pay child support. How much will they have to pay and how is this determined? Both are great questions and can be answered by Lansing family law […]
There is no doubt that finances can bring on some serious tension is any relationship. Whether you and your spouse are struggling to bring in enough income or you are finding that too much money is being spent that cannot be accounted for, it can lead to arguments, disagreements, and even divorce. In fact, there […]
Yes, a parent can be placed in jail if they fail to send their child to school after a certain number of days that are unexcused have been missed.
People come to me when they have problems. My job is to help people solve their problems, and I have been doing that for over 45 years (since 1975). I began practicing law in 1975 when I became an assistant prosecutor for Ingham County. While there, I was the Chief Attorney for the Priority Prosecution Unit.