Being accused of stealing from a store can land you in serious trouble. Here in Michigan, shoplifting is called retail fraud. The criminal justice system in the state enforces strict penalties for those convicted of retail fraud. This can entail jail time and hefty...
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may qualify as a disability, and individuals suffering from the disorder may be able to seek SSDI benefits. It is important to note that PTSD manifests differently from one person to the next, so eligibility often depends on the...
When a friend or loved one comes to you with a medical issue, it may seem like the best thing to share your prescription drugs, especially if you feel this may alleviate their pain. However, doing so could land you in trouble with the law. Prescription drugs are...
Disorders leading to chronic pain are fairly common in the United States. For instance, statistics from 2021 show that around 51.6 million Americans—20.9% of the adult population in the United States—experience chronic pain to some degree. The study also showed that...
As vehicles become more technically sophisticated, they actually become easier to steal – at least with the right tools. That’s created a highly expensive problem for many car dealerships that have had multiple vehicles stolen off their lots. That, in turn, put...
In many cases, people feel they have to comply with the police any time an officer makes a request. For instance, say you own a home in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and a police officer shows up one evening and knocks on your door. They tell you they want to come inside to...
As an employee or self-employed individual who has paid into the Social Security system, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). The Social Security Administration (SSA) oversees these benefits, and their application process can be...
A suspect’s confession is considered one of the strongest forms of evidence against them in a criminal case. However, not all confessions may stand in court due to various circumstances surrounding their acquisition. When investigating an alleged crime, investigators...
When kids are too old for trick-or-treating but still not old enough that they want to let Halloween go by without some fun, they can get into all kinds of trouble. That can land them in legal jeopardy – especially if they’re adults under the law. Halloween isn’t...
Operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) charges are common criminal accusations in Michigan. People stopped in traffic by police officers, arrested at checkpoints or involved in collisions may face OWI charges. Depending on the outcome of the situation and the...