If asked to give an example of shoplifting, many Grand Rapids residents might respond that a person who hides items in their clothing, backpacks or purses is shoplifting. But the rise in technology has brought about a different kind of retail theft. Self-checkout...
Traffic accidents are serious matters that must be handled carefully. Michigan laws set specific duties for drivers who are in crashes. Failing to follow these laws can result in you facing criminal charges. You must report accidents if any of these occur: There’s a...
It wasn’t easy to put your Social Security Disability (SSD) application in, but you’ve reached the point where you really can’t keep working -- and you had your doctor’s support. That’s why it was such a shock to get a letter in the mail telling you that the Social...
When you get hurt or fall ill, you may not be able to take care of yourself -- let alone keep working. Thankfully, there are Social Security benefits that can help those no longer able to support themselves. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits can...
Many criminal cases never go to trial because the defendant and the prosecutors make a plea deal. This can have advantages for both sides. It saves a person from putting their freedom in the hands of a jury, and it lets prosecutors obtain a “win” without the time and...
Unable to work due to a serious medical condition, you apply for and eventually are informed that you qualify for Social Security disability (SSD) benefits. You gain some relief in knowing that the Social Security Administration (SSA) will provide you and your family...
Michigan's many breathtaking waterways will soon fill up with boaters looking to cool off and relax, which may include having a few alcoholic beverages. However, you should be cautious not to have too much to drink, especially if you plan to get out on the water in...
If you're suffering from a debilitating injury or illness that affects your ability to work and you intend to submit a Social Security Disability (SSD) application, you need to move quickly to ensure that you won't go long without the much-needed financial support and...
Recreational marijuana is legal in Michigan. Following the trend of other states, Michigan has now allowed people to use and possess marijuana without a medical card since 2018. Before that, it was one of the states that already allowed for medical use, so the...
Michigan motorists suspected of driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs may face charges of operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated (OWI). That's never good. The penalties for drugged and drunk driving are pretty fierce. When that driver holds a...
