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Estate Planning: Filling in the Blanks? Even though smart people really know that hiring an experienced estate planning attorney certainly is a better choice, there are plenty of form wills and estate planning documents out there in our Internet world that can be used. They may get the job done, and using something like this is certainly better than doing nothing, yet if you do go this route, beware of mistakes people commonly make when preparing their own wills. -
Explaining Michigan's Marijuana Law In last November’s election, Michigan voters approved Proposal 1, paving the way for Michigan to join nine other states in legalizing the recreational use of marijuana. -
What Happens to Pets in a Divorce? When people get divorced, they decide how to divide the marital property and how to share custody of their kids. Those same kinds of decisions might need to be made about pets, if the parties can't come to an agreement. -
Suspect in a Criminal Investigation? Take This Advice Find out what you should do if you find yourself the suspect in a criminal investigation. Things to keep in mind, what to say and what to do if you find yourself in this situation. -
Critical steps to take after an accident It's important to know what you should do if you or a loved one is ever involved in a motor vehicle accident. Be prepared by taking these critical steps. -
Five Tips to Keep You Safe on the Great Lakes It may not officially be summer, yet, but the warmer temperatures make it the perfect time to head to the beach. Since we live in a state surrounded by the five Great Lakes, there is no shortage of places we can escape to and enjoy the water. However, if we don’t take the proper precautions … -
Write Your Life Story In my series of personal “to do list,” here is another thought to be shared with you. Each of us have a story that is unique and unequal to any other individual’s story throughout history. To your family, it’s a story that’s meant to be told, as well as lived. Your life story holds lessons … -
7 Summer Activities to Enjoy on or Near Water We are blessed to live in a state that offers many opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. With four seasons, there is definitely something for everyone. Summer is a time to get out outside, soak up some sun and have fun. Most people want to enjoy the water, whether it’s actually getting in it, being on … -
Look Forward to Jury Duty You open the mail, and there’s a summons requiring you to appear for federal or state jury duty. Regardless of the date, it’s found to be an inconvenience because someone else is now in control of your life. We all have commitments, we all have plans. But, as part of our American judicial system, you … -
We All Need to Think More and Google Less Today, most people under 30 have no clue what it means to go to the library and research an issue, examine a treatise on a subject, or spend time “connecting the dots,” to independently formulate a “new idea.” It seems that deductive reasoning has been replaced by reliance on what other’s think (whomever they are) … -
Defining 10 Commonly Used Legal Terms Unless you work in the legal profession, or watch a lot of legal dramas on TV, you probably aren’t too familiar with some of the terms that are used. Law offices and courtrooms have their own language, and not all of us understand the terminology. Some of the words may sound familiar, but could have … -
Ward Off Alzheimer's With Brewed Tea Did you know death rates from Alzheimer’s have increased 55 percent in the last two decades? According to Dr. David Williams, many of these deaths come at home, since care facilities are becoming overwhelmed and are asking family members to act as caregivers. Luckily, a new study has found an easy way to try and …
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