Blog Posts in 2018

What to Do if Your Child Is Arrested for a DUI

Maintaining the responsibility of children is difficult enough, but what happens if your child is arrested for driving under the influence? Although you might feel hurt or even betrayed by your child, you may also feel the need to help them fix their mistake. The question is how. Our team has created a list of steps for you to follow. Understand the Consequences When your child calls you and ...

Ignition Interlock Devices and The Continuing Headache of Getting Your Drivers' License Reinstated

If you have gone through the rigorous Secretary of State driver’s license restoration process, you are likely familiar with the interlock ignition device that can be placed in drivers’ vehicles to monitor sobriety. If you are familiar with these pesky devices, then you probably know that they can be a major hassle to drivers hoping to get their license fully restored. Michigan drivers dealing with ...

Who Is at Fault for My Dog Bite Injury?

When it comes to dog bites, the state of Michigan is a “strict-liability” state, meaning the animal does not need to have a history of aggressive behavior in order to file a claim. According to Michigan statute 287.351, dog owners are liable for bite injuries their pets cause. However, in order to have a valid dog bite injury claim, your case answer yes to a number of questions. Was the Attack ...

Filing Whistleblower Claims

A “whistleblower” is an employee who reports illegal or unethical activity of their employer to the proper authorities. However, since employers may face monetary penalties, sanctions, and costly remediation costs associated with correcting the violation, reporting employees may be victims of employer retaliation. The purpose of retaliation is to either punish the employee, deter future reports, ...