In Michigan, a person who stands trial for a criminal charge is entitled to be judged based on the facts of the crime, not the quality of his or her character. For example, the prosecuting attorney who is pressing assault charges against someone who instigated...
Month: February 2022
What Happens If The Personal Representative Is Stealing From An Estate In Michigan?
A personal representative is a fiduciary with the duty to fairly administer and distribute the assets of a decedent’s estate for the benefit of the surviving spouse, heirs, devisees and creditors. This significant authority allows broad access to the assets of...
Are Moving Expenses Tax Deductible?
On December 22, 2017, President Donald Trump signed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 into law which provided the most significant changes to the Internal Revenue Code in the last 30 years. One of the rule changes affects the deductibility of moving expenses...
How Can I Get My Name Removed From Michigan’s Sex Offender Registry?
The laws and rules surrounding Michigan’s sex offender registration are some of the toughest laws in the country. There are strict regular reporting requirements for registrants depending on their tier level, and they must also report immediately after a...
What Are The Penalties For Soliciting A Murder Or Felony In Michigan?
Obviously, committing a murder or a felony is a serious crime in Michigan that can result in a lengthy stay in state prison. However, it is also a crime if you try to solicit someone else to commit the murder or felony for you. “Solicit” means “to offer to...
What Is A Warranty Deed In Michigan?
If you own a parcel of real estate in Michigan, you likely have a written deed in your possession that formally conveys title to you. This document contains the name of the grantors and grantees of the property, the legal description of the real estate, and...
What Happens To The Devisee’s Gift In A Will If He Or She Predeceases The Testator In Michigan?
A person in Michigan can make a last will and testament and leave his estate to any individuals that he or she chooses. There is no requirement that his or her estate assets must be left to a relative. Gifts can be made to stepfamily members, next-door...
Can You Get A Pardon From The Governor For Criminal Convictions In Michigan?
There are many effects that a criminal conviction can have on you long after you have served your time and paid your fines. A person convicted of a felony is permanently disqualified from jury service as long as it remains on his or her record. MCL 168.758b. ...
