Even if your same-sex marriage is a short lived one, or if there are no children, and if you have always kept things separately, then those rules regarding a standard divorce still apply. This means it is no simpler to get a divorce in a same-sex marriage than it is otherwise. There are still the same technical rules that apply, there are the same limitations, so it is every bit sophisticated as a standard divorce case. In this blog we … Read More
Same Sex Divorce in Michigan
Everything You Need To Know About Divorce in Michigan
What is a Divorce Divorce is the legal dissolution of a marriage. In order to be able to obtain a divorce, you must meet all of the prerequisites in terms of residency before you can even file for divorce. However, just meeting the requirements to file for divorce is not enough. In order to successfully obtain a divorce in Michigan, you must convince a judge in a family court that your marital relationship has broken down beyond repair and that … Read More
[Video] How To Find A Great Divorce Lawyer In Michigan
It is very common for individuals to find a great lawyer and what is the best attorney for them. Clients tend to gravitate towards attorneys who they think they identify well with. You should use that theme to pick your lawyer. You must remember to find an attorney who shares the same vision and sees the same potential outcome as you. Try to determine what your vision is for your divorce and also your life post divorce and if you … Read More
[Video] The First Thing You Should Do If You Are Criminally Charged
What you need to know about criminal cases is that by their nature they have to deal with crime & punishment. A criminal case isn’t like a parking ticket, you pay a fine and then you are scot free. Instead criminal cases (misdemeanor or felony) involving someone’s liberty is at stake. If you are convicted, then you could potentially serve time in jail. Therefore, the moment you are charged with a criminal case, the first call you should make is … Read More
[Video] Why You Should Hire An Attorney When You Receive A Traffic Ticket
When you receive a traffic ticket, your area of concern should be the points on your driving record and how it will impact your insurance and if it will jeopardize your ability to maintain a driver’s license. When you already have multiple points on your driving record, you need to remember the more points that you accumulate, the more likely your driving privileges could be revoked. If you do receive a ticket, you must act quickly, and it must be … Read More
[Video] How Do I Attain The Best Outcome For My Family Law Case?
In terms of who you sue, you don’t have any options. Family Law cases have a number of moving parts and complicated areas throughout the entire process. There are a number of steps that need to be handled correctly or else your chances of getting the outcome you deserve go out the window. Your chances of earning a better result are dramatically increased if you hire the right professional with the proper knowledge and experience to help you achieve the … Read More
[Video] If You Are Bit By A Dog, Should You Sue The Owner?
In terms of who you sue, you don’t have any options. The one person who is liable and responsible is the owner of the dog and remember you are not suing an insurance company. For example, if your neighbor’s dog bites your child, the lawsuit is between you as the plaintiff against the owner of the dog. The reason it works out that way is because insurance companies have a contract with the owner of the dog as part of … Read More
[Video] What Am I Supposed To Do If I’m Being Sued In Michigan?
If you are being sued in Michigan and you are served papers, the first thing you should do is contact an attorney and inform them you are being sued. The attorney will want to see the papers to make further determinations. Your lawyer will then have to file a timely answer to those claims. Overall the first thing you should do when you are sued is to contact an attorney as soon as possible because lawsuits are generally time sensitive. … Read More
[Video] If I’m Being Sued, Can I Get The Case Dismissed?
The question that needs to be answered is whether there are technical, legal or factual grounds to support the dismissal. One of the factors that needs to be addressed is when the claim was brought on, jurisdiction issues, etc. Your lawyer will examine all options to see if your case is subject to dismissal. In many cases, filing a quick motion to dismiss isn’t going to help you. The court will probably say that there hasn’t been an adequate opportunity … Read More
[Video] What You Need To Know About Car Accidents In Michigan
Generally speaking, your first party claims will be your no-fault claims such as wage loss, medical bills, replacement services, etc. These claims would be paid by your own carrier. Your third-party claim is for pain & suffering. Pain & suffering damages are covered by the offending motorist. If you are involved in an accident, it then gives rise to multiple claims. If you have been involved in a car accident in Michigan, please contact our office today for assistance! Contact … Read More