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The Sixth Amendment of the United States Constitution provides that “[i]n all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right… to be confronted with the witnesses against him…”. The Confrontation Clause is an ancient right stemming from Roman times to...
Tips received by employees in the scope of their duties is considered taxable wages and compensation under the Internal Revenue Code. It does not matter if the tips are in cash, made by credit card or not reported to the employer. The Internal Revenue Service...
Many states have election laws that disenfranchise citizens who have past criminal convictions or have served time in prison. Unlike most jurisdictions, Michigan law does not prevent convicted felons from voting who have already served their jail or prison...
In Michigan, a felony conviction can cause the offender to lose his or her legal right to carry a gun. A person convicted of a felony (“a violation of a law of this state, another state or the United States that is punishable by imprisonment for 4 years or...
The foreclosure process can be a scary time for homeowners because it is hard to know what to expect. There are two types of foreclosures: judicial foreclosure (processed and supervised by the court) and foreclosure by advertisement (no court involvement). ...
There are many reasons why a driver in Michigan would have restrictions on his or her operator’s license regulating the time, place and manner that a vehicle can be used. No matter what the cause, any violation of these restrictions can lead to a suspension or...
Did you know that there are two statutes on the books that criminalize disfiguring or mutilating the American flag in Michigan? Did you know that these statutes were held unconstitutional according to the U.S. Supreme Court? Michigan law provides the following...
It is not uncommon in many families for one parent to be the breadwinner that has employment outside of the home generating income that supports the family and the other parent to stay at home and raise the children. When families end up dissolving due to...
Everyone knows that if you are intoxicated by alcohol or drugs and then get into a vehicle to drive, then you become subject to prosecution under Michigan’s DUI laws. However, did you know that you can get into trouble with the law if you allow ANOTHER person...
Fentanyl is an opioid used for pain management and, in conjunction with other drugs, also used for anesthesia. It is much more potent than morphine and even stronger when in a mixture with other medications. Despite its legitimate medical uses, fentanyl is...