Discovery is an important and beneficial process in the course of a lawsuit. It involves each side requesting and receiving documents from the other pertaining to the case. Discovery amounts to about 50% of all litigation costs, and upwards of “90% of the costs in...
Knowing the law of adverse possession is necessary for Michigan land owners to avoid possession by trespassers and potential litigation. Adverse possession is a legal concept allowing a trespasser to gain legal possession of your land without your permission....
As the weather in Michigan swings wildly from mild Spring-like afternoons to frigid Arctic blasts, everyone knows how quickly roads, driveways, parking lots, and sidewalks can become treacherous minefields. Whether you’re taking a quick trip to the grocery store or...
If you’ve filed a claim for unemployment insurance benefits with the State of Michigan, it’s important to monitor any and all paperwork which you might receive. If the Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) issues a Determination or a Redetermination regarding your claim...
There are many scenarios where someone may need to legally act on behalf of another—transferring property, making medical decisions and signing legal documents, to name a few. In these situations, a power of attorney can be granted to a second individual by a...
