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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. Thinking with your heart instead of your head: Letting your emotions get the best of you during your divorce can carry heavy consequences. Sentimental attachments to marital assets like the family homeRead More
Michigan State Police are Increasing Texting and Driving Enforcement with Undercover Officers
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Advancements in smart phones and automotive technology present drivers with an increasing variety of impressive entertainment and communication options, but it’s important to remember to keep your eyes on the road. A recent AAA Consumer Pulse Survey reported that 95% of Michigan drivers listed texting and driving asRead More
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 freeways can be frustrating to other drivers wanting to pass but starting now and through the end of April, drivers who use the left lane are subject toRead More
Deaths and Head Injuries Soar Since Michigan Repealed Motorcycle Helmet Law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 to wear a helmet as long as they meet certain conditions. Though many motorcyclists love the feeling of freedom this gives them and enjoy the right to choose, the Motorcycle SafetyRead More
New Year Means New Laws in 2016
New Year’s always brings new laws to the State of Michigan. Harris Law has put together a list of the new laws that will be going into effect this year. Hard copies of proof of insurance will no longer be needed when drivers are pulled over. Drivers will now be permitted to show proof electronicallyRead More
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. The new law is part of an effort to speed up the process and make it easier for those applying. The three member boards made up of prosecutors and countyRead More
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 from public records. Having a clean slate on your public arrest record can be very beneficial for a number of reasons. Many applications for work, college, public assistance and even grant money, willRead More
Driver Responsibility Fees Going Away
As we mentioned in our previous article in July, some of the most significant changes in Michigan laws this year are those relating to driver responsibilities. In September 2013, Gov. Rick Snyder signed legislation allowing drivers with unpaid driver responsibility fees to settle their debt with community service. In June 2014, Snyder signed legislation toRead More
Is 80 MPH to 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 consider increasing the speed limit on rural freeways from 70 to 80 is once again being introduced to the Michigan House. The proposal was denied in 2014, but is once again making newsRead More