Some criminal defense strategies focus on the behavior of the person accused of breaking the law. Other times, the focus may be on the conduct of other parties. For example, the decisions made by law enforcement professionals could lead to unfair criminal charges or...
How many times have you looked in your rearview mirror and seen a police car following closely behind? You likely make a concerted effort to maintain the speed limit and obey all traffic laws. Then you breathe a sigh of relief when they pass you or turn onto another...
If you cannot work due to a health condition or disability, you may be counting on Social Security Disability benefits to make ends meet or support your family. However, the journey to securing these benefits is rarely a fast or simple process. Many applicants wait...
People who apply for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits have medical conditions or injuries that are expected to stop them from being able to work to support themselves for at least a year or to result in death. These applications can take considerable time...
Drivers accused of operating while intoxicated (OWI) offenses are at risk of several different consequences. Incarceration and fines are common. The state also frequently suspends the driver's licenses of those convicted of OWI offenses. In some cases, motorists may...
When it comes to police searches and criminal investigations, your right to privacy is not unlimited. The Constitution offers protections, but those protections depend heavily on whether a court finds your expectation of privacy to be reasonable. In short, certain...
Knowing your rights when dealing with the police can help you stay calm and informed. If an officer comes to your door, it’s important to understand when you do or do not have to let them inside. Your home is protected under both the U.S. Constitution and state law....
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a federal program that provides monthly benefits to people who cannot work due to a long-term disability. To qualify, you must have worked long enough to earn Social Security credits and have a medical condition that...
Some people assume that police officers can pull you over just because they feel like it, but that’s not how things work. Instead, police officers must see you breaking a traffic law or have reasonable suspicion, which means that they see something that would make any...
Operating while intoxicated (OWI) offenses are relatively common. People get arrested every day in Michigan for impaired driving. Frequently, OWI defendants expect a straightforward process. They anticipate misdemeanor charges with minimal criminal consequences. That...
