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Concerns Rise as Michigan Approves New 75 MPH Speed Limit
Michigan drivers love their expressways, whether heading Up North, commuting to work, or cruising to a concert in Detroit. In a response to...
Michigan Leads the Way in Driverless Car Laws
Michigan Governor Rick Snyder made history when he signed the nation’s first driverless car bill into law in November 2016. The controversial...
Head Injuries Soar Following Repeal of Michigan Helmet Law
When the Michigan legislature partially repealed the state’s helmet law in 2012 , motorcyclists aged 21 or older were free to ride without a...
Hunting Safety for Hunters and Non-Hunters in Michigan
During firearm deer hunting season and throughout the sporting year, the key to hunting and outdoor safety is awareness. Knowing what...
Fireworks Law in Michigan and How to Stay Safe
Since the passage of the Michigan Fireworks Safety Act in 2011 , residents have enjoyed buying and lighting a more exciting array of...
Avoid These Common Mistakes Made During a Divorce
Divorce is never easy, but avoiding the common pitfalls that can make a bad situation worse, will save you time, money and frustration....
Michigan State Police Cracking Down on Left-Lane Drivers
Drivers in west Michigan need to be aware of a new police crackdown on left lane drivers. Slow drivers using the left lane on major roads and...
Deaths and Head Injuries Soar Since Michigan Repealed Motorcycle Helmet Law
The law put in place three years ago by Gov. Snyder and the Michigan Legislature allows motorcyclists to decide for themselves whether or not...
Big Changes in Michigan’s Concealed Carry Process
Under the new law signed by Governor Rick Snyder, gun boards will no longer be involved in the process of obtaining a concealed carry permit....
Is My Record Really Expunged?
Michigan laws have relaxed in 2015 regarding criminal expungement. You may be eligible in certain cases to have a criminal conviction erased...
Driver Responsibility Fees Going Away in Michigan
As we mentioned in our previous article in July , some of the most significant changes in Michigan laws this year are those relating to...
Is 80 MPH Too Fast for Michigan Freeways?
Michigan lawmakers are exploring the possibility of raising the speed limit to 80 miles per hour on rural freeways. The legislation to...
What Is an ABLE Account and What Does It Mean for Your Special Needs Family Member?
The ABLE Act, also called “Achieving a Better Life Experience” Act, was passed by Congress and signed by President Obama on Dec. 19, 2014....
Entrapment Versus a Trap: What’s the Difference?
If you were arrested after interacting with an undercover officer, you may be asking an important question: Was this entrapment? The answer is not...
Five Facts About Divorce in Michigan
According to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, there were almost 55,400 divorces in 2013 in the State of Michigan alone....
Recent News
Recreational Marijuana is Now Legal in Michigan
If you’ve been advocating for recreational marijuana for some time, Michigan’s latest ruling on the subject likely has you jumping for joy. However, before you start getting too excited, you should take a moment to familiarize yourself with what exactly the law has to...
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) vs. Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
The Social Security Administration (SSA) utilizes two fantastic programs to assist blind and/or disabled people throughout the United States. If you’re disabled or impaired, you may even be considering submitting applications of your own. However, before you do, we...
Michigan Court of Appeals: Police Have the Right to Stop Uninsured Vehicles
If your car is currently uninsured , watch out! Police now have a right to stop uninsured vehicles on the road. To help you understand how this recent decision by the Michigan Court of Appeals will affect you, we’ve outline all the most crucial information below. The...
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