Most adults want to keep working until they reach retirement age. In fact, they may have plans to continue working part-time or do consulting jobs after they could technically retire to augment their income and standard of living. However, some adults have no choice...
Social Security Disability
Could your love of trendy houseplants lead to theft charges?
House plants come in all shapes and sizes. The most popular and unique house plants are not only in high demand at the store but also often come at a high price. People who want certain plants but can't afford them may get creative when out shopping. Online groups...
You can still fight an OWI charge if you fail a breath test
As soon as the police officer pulls you over because they suspect you of operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI), they will start trying to gather evidence against you. Asking you a few questions, having you perform a field sobriety test and requesting a chemical...
What is an OWVI in Michigan?
You are likely familiar with the term OWI as a driver in Michigan. This means that you were operating a vehicle while intoxicated. People often just refer to this as drunk driving, but the distinction is important. It means that you were legally intoxicated and you...
What role does reasonable suspicion play in drunk driving stops?
People who are pulled over by police officers usually wonder what they did that caused the traffic stop. Some might even think that there wasn’t really a good reason. It might surprise you to know that there only has to be reasonable suspicion that a crime is...
Will Michigan require that you use a BAIID after drunk driving?
If the police accuse you of operating while intoxicated (OWI), there are numerous penalties you might face. There will be fines and possibly jail time, as well as the potential for probation or community service. The state may also suspend your license for the drunk...
3 behaviors others than overt stealing that are also retail fraud
The word “shoplifting” typically refers to people hiding items and leaving the store without paying or snatching them and running out of the store. In Michigan, the law regarding shoplifting calls the crime retail fraud. Retail fraud actually refers to shoplifting and...
Can drinking too much be a defense in an assault case?
Alcohol affects your judgment in multiple ways. Drinking alcohol often leads to the person consuming the alcohol underestimating exactly how impaired they are, sometimes making them think they can keep drinking with no consequences. It can also make minor issues seem...
What is the role of work credits in obtaining SSDI?
Getting Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits requires that you first meet certain criteria. Your condition needs to be serious enough to warrant benefits. Your condition will need to impact your work functions and also your daily life. The condition...
You may qualify for aid in addition to SSD
If you are disabled and receiving Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, you may still find it hard to make ends meet. Many people in Michigan rely on SSD but find that it is not enough to meet all their financial needs. Most people do not realize they may qualify...
