There is no question that gas prices are on the rise. The cost per gallon fluctuates greatly from week to week, whether it is due to conflicts in the Middle East, supply and demand, or even the federal and state government assessing additional excise taxes. For most...
Traffic Offenses
Can You Put Chains On Your Tires In Michigan?
by Kershaw, Vititoe & Jedinak, PLC | Dec 4, 2019 | Traffic Offenses
Michigan is well known for its long and brutal winters. In particular, the northern and western portions of the state are susceptible to continuous lake effect snow from Lake Michigan and Lake Superior. This results in several feet of accumulation on top of roads and...
What Are The Traffic Laws Regarding Funeral Processions In Michigan?
by Kershaw, Vititoe & Jedinak, PLC | Nov 20, 2019 | Traffic Offenses
Funeral processions are part of an age-old tradition of mourners who follow the dearly departed from the memorial site to the final resting place. Where this used to be accomplished on foot in older times, the modern funeral procession is now often a line of...
What Are The Rules For Passing Another Vehicle Or Bicycle On The Road In Michigan?
by Kershaw, Vititoe & Jedinak, PLC | Nov 6, 2019 | Traffic Offenses
Everyone is busy these days. There seems to be no end to the daily list of things to do and places to be. When operating on a tight schedule, there is nothing more frustrating than getting stuck behind another vehicle driving under the speed limit. Even worse, this...
Are Police Scanners Or Radar Detectors Legal In A Motor Vehicle In Michigan?
by Kershaw, Vititoe & Jedinak, PLC | Oct 23, 2019 | Criminal Law, Traffic Offenses
Many Michigan drivers have questions regarding the legality of after-market devices such as police scanners and radar detectors in their motor vehicles. A police scanner can intercept communications on law enforcement radio channels so that the driver may gain...
Is It Illegal To Drive In The Left Lane In Michigan?
by Kershaw, Vititoe & Jedinak, PLC | Oct 17, 2019 | Traffic Offenses
It may be a distant memory, but Michigan drivers may recall from the driver's education classes in their teenage years that they were taught to avoid driving in the left lane on the road because that is intended to be a passing lane only. Did you know that this is not...
What Are The Rules For Driving Through A Construction Zone In Michigan?
by Kershaw, Vititoe & Jedinak, PLC | Oct 9, 2019 | Traffic Offenses
There seems to be more orange barrels and construction zones on Michigan roadways than there is road to drive upon. The presence of heavy equipment, broken concrete and pedestrian road workers can create a hazardous situation for both drivers and construction crews...
What Are The Penalties For Tailgating In Michigan?
by Kershaw, Vititoe & Jedinak, PLC | Sep 19, 2019 | Traffic Offenses
Following a vehicle too closely on the highway substantially increases the chances of a collision. The car ahead might brake suddenly and reduce the available reaction time for the next car to respond. The conditions of the road (e.g. rain, snow, ice) may increase the...
What Are The Rules For Driving Through A School Zone In Michigan?
by Kershaw, Vititoe & Jedinak, PLC | Sep 4, 2019 | Traffic Offenses
The roadways in and around school buildings have special speed limit regulations for the protection of students during the school day. Young children, who might not know any better or fail to pay attention, can run out into the highway and create a dangerous safety...
What Is Careless Driving In Michigan?
by Kershaw, Vititoe & Jedinak, PLC | Aug 21, 2019 | Traffic Offenses
Michigan law prohibits the operation of a motor vehicle in a "careless or negligent manner" on public roads. This is a very broad statute intended to cover a wide array of behavior when a driver is behind the wheel. But what exactly is "careless driving"?MCL 257.626b...
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