Grand Rapids, Michigan Legal Blog
Retail fraud increases over the holidays
It’s easy to feel like money is tight during the holidays, especially when you want to get gifts for your friends and family. But if you ever find yourself tempted to pocket an item in a crowded store, you might want to think again. Michigan is tough on...
Who reviews your Social Security Disability application?
You may have already learned that applying for Social Security Disability benefits can be a long, complicated and frustrating process. If so, you likely heard that denials are common and that it’s important to make sure you dot every “i” and cross every “t” with your...
How long should you be punished for something that’s now legal?
In 2018, Michigan legalized recreational marijuana. There were many who saw this as a big win, but there were also a lot of small-print caveats. As Michigan Public Radio noted, the law made it okay to smoke pot, but not to buy it. You can only smoke it in private. You...
Dog attacks still a significant problem in Michigan
When we think of dogs, images of cute puppies or loyal canines may spring to mind. Unfortunately, not all dogs live up to the positive stereotypes most people hold. Sometimes they attack humans, and the results can be devastating. Attacks can cause scratches, wounds...
Who qualifies for Social Security Disability?
Suffering a severe disability can be challenging. In addition to pain, discomfort, and loss of functionality, many may also no longer be able to maintain their employment. Those who are suffering from a long-term disability may be able to find some financial relief...
The government giveth, and the government can taketh away
People receive Social Security Disability for a variety of conditions, and these benefits are often considered to be temporary. The Social Security Administration may perform a continuing disability review (sometimes referred to as a CDR). The two ways that a person...
Restoring your Michigan driver’s license after a DUI/OWI
For most, the value of a driver's license is not apparent until it's gone. Not having a driver's license can make it very difficult to get to work, see family or even get to a grocery store. Driver's licenses can be revoked for many reasons, but the most frequent...
How SSDI can help those with mental illness
When many people think of disability coverage from Social Security, they think of someone who cannot work due to a physical injury or impairment. However, SSDI also covers many people whose ability to work is affected by mental illness. SSA looks at both physical and...
How Might The SafeSport Policies Impact You And Your Barn?
The Equine World is closely watching as the new SafeSport Policies (hereinafter "The Policy") are being implemented. Many coaches and participants wonder what impact these new policies will have on trainer/rider relationships; or relationships between any adult member...
Equine Law: Buy/Sell Agreements, Protecting Your Horse As An Investment
We all enter into contracts on a regular basis and have become complacent and often unaware to these binding agreements becoming an all-encompassing part of our lives. We would never dream of buying a house or a car without a contract; nor would we purchase a boat,...
