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Northern Michigan Bankruptcy

Northern Michigan Bankruptcy

Covers bankruptcy and consumer law. By Slough Law.

http://www.northernmichiganbankruptcy.com/blog
Rank this Week: 4402

Michigan Construction Law

Michigan Construction Law

Focuses on developments in Michigan construction law.

http://michiganconstructionlaw.blogspot.com/
Rank this Week: 4896

Michigan Elder Law Blog

Michigan Elder Law Blog

Covers estate planning and elder law in Michigan. By Barsch & Joswick PLLC.

http://www.michiganelderlaw-blog.com/
  • Jan 7

    Who Should Supervise Our Online Legacy?

    Who Should Supervise Our Online Legacy?
    There was a front page article in Saturday's Wall Street Journal about who controls a digital legacy. We previously blogged on this topic in September. Users of Yahoo email and photo services, as part of their terms of service that they…
  • Jan 2

    Chinese Approaching to Caring for their Elderly

    Chinese Approaching to Caring for their Elderly
    We previously blogged on how the French are seeking new ways to manage Alzheimer's care. In a related story, the Chinese are moving to enforce care for older parents. Some interesting highlights from the law: 1. Children have a…
  • Dec 30

    Can Dad Still Live Alone

    Can Dad Still Live Alone
    Happy Holidays! It's the time of the year when we gather with those closest to us to celebrate the holidays. For some of us, this is the only time of the year we get to see family and friends. Often, when we only see a friend or relative…
Rank this Week: 2978

Michigan Car Accident Attorneys…

Michigan Car Accident Attorneys Blog

Published by Serafini, Michalowski & Derkacz

http://www.michigancaraccidentattorneysblog.com/
  • Jan 5

    Driver Safety in Winter, Part I

    Driver Safety in Winter, Part I
    Safety Tips for the winter: 1. Get car battery checked to make sure it is in good working order. 2. Keep a 1/4 tank of gas in the car to keep lines from freezing. 3. Change AntiFreeze to make sure it is good in very cold…
  • Dec 28

    Payment of Attorney fee

    Payment of Attorney fee
    Our firm has been instrumental in convincing insurance companies to pay attorney fees as part of the total resolution of no fault claims. Recently, the firm has had many cases settle with the payment of attorney fees as part of the claim. …
  • Nov 15

    Pursuing No-Fault Claims Aggressively

    Pursuing No-Fault Claims Aggressively
    Aggressive litigation in no-fault cases is extremely critical to good resolution of claims. How do you find the right firm to take your no-fault case? Your personal protection benefits are a critical part of your claim. It is a very…
Rank this Week: 4506

The MTTLR Blog

The MTTLR Blog

By the Michigan Telecommunications and Technology Law Review.

http://www.mttlrblog.org/
  • Nov 21

    Old Regulations, New Technology

    Old Regulations, New Technology
    California’s Bay Area is moving towards a new means of transportation, but not if the state government can have its way. SideCar is a San Francisco-based startup that offers real-time ridesharing to a community of smartphone users who need…
  • Nov 14

    YouTube Updates its Content ID Dispute Process, but is it Enough?

    YouTube Updates its Content ID Dispute Process, but is it Enough?
    On October 3, 2012, YouTube announced a change in its content ID dispute process, as updated on its blog. What does this update really mean and why does it matter? A short story might help clarify the situation.
  • Nov 12

    Are Your E-mail Communications Protected by the Stored Communications Act?

    Are Your E-mail Communications Protected by the Stored Communications Act?
    Last month, the Supreme Court of South Carolina ruled that the Stored Communications Act (“SCA”) did not protect e-mails contained in a user’s webmail account. Jennings v. Jennings, No. 27177 2012 WL 4808545 (S.C. Oct. 10, 2012). The…
Rank this Week: 2759

Michigan Bankruptcy Lawyer Mike…

Michigan Bankruptcy Lawyer Mike Shovan

Covers filing bankruptcy in Michigan.

http://bankruptcy-in-michigan.com/
Rank this Week: 4370

Michigan Consumer Credit Law Blog

Michigan Consumer Credit Law Blog

Covers debt collection, credit reports, and foreclosure defense. By Michigan Consumer Credit Lawyers.

http://micreditlawyerblog.com/
  • Nov 19

    Accretive Health fined $2.5 Million for abusive collection practice

    Accretive Health fined $2.5 Million for abusive collection practice
    Accretive Health has been in the news for months now regarding their abusive and illegal debt collection practices in hospitals nationwide. Today we are celebrating the excellent news about the result of the Minnesota Attorney General’s…
  • Nov 12

    Debt Collector Abuse on the Rise

    Debt Collector Abuse on the Rise
    Americans are generally good at living on credit. Between car loans, mortgages and credit cards, millions of Americans live daily on the financial edge, with significant debt. And some of us can’t pay on time, due to job losses, medical…
  • Nov 12

    Top Five Ways to make the Fair Debt Collection Work for and Protect You

    Top Five Ways to make the Fair Debt Collection Work for and Protect You
    The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act is a federal law designed to help consumers fight against abusive and bullying debt collectors.  Here are the top five ways that you can make the FDCPA protects you:
Rank this Week: 3639

Michigan Estate Planning Lawyer…

Michigan Estate Planning Lawyer Blog

Covers news and commentary on trusts, probate, elder law, and estate planning. Published by Michigan Estate Planning Attorneys, Witzke Berry PLLC.

http://www.michiganestateplanninglawyerblog.com/
  • Nov 17

    Why You Need to Put Your Living Together Agreement in Writing

    Why You Need to Put Your Living Together Agreement in Writing
    A world of legal problems can be avoided if you put your living together agreement in writing. A written contract identifying who owns what is the only way to protect yourself and honor your collective intentions — whether you want to keep…
  • Nov 17

    Living Together and Cohabitation Agreement

    Living Together and Cohabitation Agreement
    In the event of death or breakup without a cohabitation agreement, you and your partner may be treated as legal strangers. If you have chosen cohabitation over marriage – you aren’t alone. Cohabitation between married partners has…
  • Nov 2

    Who Needs a Living Together Contract?

    Who Needs a Living Together Contract?
    While living together contracts are sometimes made to protect each partner in the event of a breakup, more commonly, couples enter into them to communicate their needs and expectations, define their rights, and enhance one or both partners’…
Rank this Week: 1589

West Michigan Estate Planning…

West Michigan Estate Planning Center

By Cottrell & Jacobs PLC.

http://www.westmichiganestateplanningcenter.com/
  • Nov 12

    ALERT: 2013 Estate Tax Change

    ALERT: 2013 Estate Tax Change
    As households around the country wind up the Christmas lights, purchase New Year's Eve noisemakers, and pop the cork on a bottle of champagne, you can bet that the beneficiaries of those with modest-sized estates will be toasting to the long…
  • Sep 20

    Michigan enacts new laws for Durable Powers of Attorney

    Michigan enacts new laws for Durable Powers of Attorney
    On May 23, 2012, the Governor of Michigan signed Enrolled Senate Bill 92 (PA 2012, No. 141) yesterday, which deals with new requirements for durable powers of attorney for finances. The law lists new requirements for Durable Powers of…
  • Aug 20

    What is your estate planning IQ?

    What is your estate planning IQ?
    Unfortunately, most Americans don't worry about estate planning until it is too late. Estate planning is a term that encompasses many things from Wills and trusts to disability and business succession planning. Take the short test below to…
Rank this Week: 4863

Clark Law Office Blog

Clark Law Office Blog

Covers Michigan criminal defense and personal injury issues.

http://theclarklawoffice.com/blog/
  • Nov 10

    What is the Michigan Mini-Tort Law?

    What is the Michigan Mini-Tort Law?
    Mini-Tort Law Helps Pay For Damaged Vehicles Michigan is a no-fault state, but it also provides what is called limited property damage for all drivers in Michigan. This limited property damage is also referred to as a mini tort claim.
  • Nov 10

    Explaining Third Party Benefits in Michigan

    Explaining Third Party Benefits in Michigan
    In Michigan, a third party case is against the driver that was negligent in causing the accident and the injuries that were sustained during the accident.  3rd party benefits are referred to as a non-economic loss.   However, because we…
  • Nov 10

    First Party Benefits For Michigan Car Accident Victim

    First Party Benefits For Michigan Car Accident Victim
    As mentioned in our No-Fault page, first party benefits are paid for by your respective insurance provider and cover the personal protection or no fault insurance.  The best way to think of first and third party benefits is economic and n
Rank this Week: 4386

Michigan Injury Lawyers Blog

Michigan Injury Lawyers Blog

Michigan trial lawyers discuss personal injury and wrongful death cases. By The Reeves Law Group.

http://www.michiganinjurylawyersblog.com/
Rank this Week: 4514

Health Care Lawyer Blog

Health Care Lawyer Blog

Covers health care law news, issues and court decisions. By Frank Haron Weiner, P.L.C.

http://www.healthcarelawyerblog.com/
Rank this Week: 2385

Michigan Divorce Lawyers Blog

Michigan Divorce Lawyers Blog

Covers family law, divorce, and custody issues in Michigan. By Serafini, Michalowski, Derkacz & Associates P.C.

http://www.michigandivorcelawyersblog.com/
  • Sep 17

    Domestic Violence and Divorce

    Domestic Violence and Divorce
    Some times, when a relationship is starting to crumble, emotions can run high. Certainly, there is never an excuse to justify committing an act of domestic violence on a spouse or a boyfriend/girlfriend. However, sometimes, situations arise…
  • Sep 4

    Divorce Filing Strategy

    Divorce Filing Strategy
    Clients often ask me if it is important for them to file for divorce first. There are a few advantages which I will discuss, but generally speaking, since Michigan is a No Fault divorce state, it doesn't matter who files first. Either party…
  • Aug 22

    Does Moving Out of the Marital Home Mean You Are Abandoning the Home?

    Does Moving Out of the Marital Home Mean You Are Abandoning the Home?
    In short, the answer to this often answered question is no. When a relationship gets to the point of divorce, there are many reasons one of the parties considers moving out of the marital home. Certainly, if you decide to file for divorce…
Rank this Week: 4145

Defending The Digital Workplace

Defending The Digital Workplace

Addresses technology and employment law issues facing business professionals. By Jason Shinn.

http://jshinn.wordpress.com
  • Sep 1

    Resources and Links for Employment Law Issues Facing Employers and Employee

    Resources and Links for Employment Law Issues Facing Employers and Employee
    I no longer actively publish on this blog site. However, readers of this blog or those interested in issues at the intersection of employment law and technology issues can still discuss these issues with me at my new blog, The Michigan…
  • Feb 7

    Facebook Firing Ends in Settlement with NLRB

    Facebook Firing Ends in Settlement with NLRB
    The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) announced that it had reached a settlement in a case involving an employee’s discharge for posting negative comments about a supervisor on the employee’s Facebook page. Click here for the NLRB’s…
  • Dec 21

    Revisions to FTC’s Red Flags Rule Exempts Lawyers, Doctors, and Accountant

    Revisions to FTC’s Red Flags Rule Exempts Lawyers, Doctors, and Accountant
    The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Red Flag Rules have been revised to exclude certain professionals prior to the latest enforcement deadline of December 31, 2010. Specifically, President Obama signed into law on December 18, 2010, the…
Rank this Week: 5237

Michigan Criminal Lawyers Blog

Michigan Criminal Lawyers Blog

By Weinberg Law.

http://www.michigancriminallawyerspc.com/
  • Aug 28

    Medical Marijuana Law and Policy in Michigan and Other State

    Medical Marijuana Law and Policy in Michigan and Other State
    There has never been any medical record of marijuana ever causing a single death in the United States. It also is well documented that cannabis helps provide patients suffering from HIV, MS, cancer, and other diseases, relief from the pain of…
  • Aug 20

    Pros and Cons: Prosecutorial "No Drop" Policies of Domestic Violence Case

    Pros and Cons: Prosecutorial "No Drop" Policies of Domestic Violence Case
    Over the last decade or so there has been a movement to change the way prosecutors handle domestic abuse cases. The prosecutorial policy changes have revolved around a "no drop" policy, which in essence keeps the victim of domestic violence…
  • Aug 15

    Pros and Cons of Michigan Supreme Court Judicial Appointment vs. Election

    Pros and Cons of Michigan Supreme Court Judicial Appointment vs. Election
    The voters in many states elect the judiciary all the way up to the State Supreme Court. In Michigan we have seven Supreme Court Justices who are elected to eight year terms, subject to retaining their position on the bench by being reelected…
Rank this Week: 3964

Michigan Drunk Driving Attorney…

Michigan Drunk Driving Attorney Blog

By Kronzek & Cronkright, PLLC.

http://www.michiganouidefense.com/blog/
Rank this Week: 3762

Michigan DUI Lawyer Blog

Michigan DUI Lawyer Blog

Covers Michigan DUI laws and offenses. By Serafini, Michalowski, Derkacz & Associates, P.C.

http://www.michiganduilawyerblog.com/
  • Aug 23

    The Driver's License Appeals Process - Part 2

    The Driver's License Appeals Process - Part 2
    In our previous installment, we discussed the appeals process in Michigan. We likened the process of hiring a DUI attorney to assist you in this process to hiring an experienced Sherpa to guide you to the top of the mountain. Well, in…
  • Aug 9

    The Driver's License Appeals Process - Part 1

    The Driver's License Appeals Process - Part 1
    You are nearing the end of your suspension or revocation of driving privileges from the Michigan Secretary of State. The past year or the past five years have been very difficult. You have worn out your welcome from friends and family who…
  • Jul 25

    DO YOU KNOW WHY I PULLED YOU OVER?

    DO YOU KNOW WHY I PULLED YOU OVER?
    The first thing that your Michigan DUI attorney should do when interviewing you or when reading a police report is to determine the basis for the stop by the police in the first place. The way SMDA attorneys explain this to clients is to…
Rank this Week: 3684

Redman Law Firm

Redman Law Firm

Covers real estate legal issues in Michigan.

http://redmanlawfirm.wordpress.com/
  • Jul 16

    Short Sale Seller Beware – Court Holds Lender Approval is Not an Essential Element of Contract

    Short Sale Seller Beware – Court Holds Lender Approval is Not an Essential Element of Contract
    On June 21, 2012, in the case of Cullinane v. Estate of Holly Vene, unpublished, the Michigan Court of Appeals addressed a case where a buyer sued the estate of a seller for specific performance on a short sale when the estate refused to…
  • Jun 26

    Court Finds Foreclosed Homeowners Not Liable for Removing Fixtures From Home

    Court Finds Foreclosed Homeowners Not Liable for Removing Fixtures From Home
    In the case of Gerber Federal Credit Union v. Shields, unreported, Docket # 303663, the Michigan Court of Appeals were faced with a case brought by a credit union against homeowners who allegedly removed cabinets, a sink and countertops from…
  • Jun 15

    Bank of America Issues New Short Sale Guideline

    Bank of America Issues New Short Sale Guideline
    Bank of America has announced “Enhanced Second Lien Deficiency Waiver Guidelines”. It is important when processing a short sale to understand all of the latest programs in place by all of the lenders.  The latest announcement reads:…
Rank this Week: 3983

Michigan Collection Law Blog

Michigan Collection Law Blog

Covers collection agencies, collection law firms, and debt collection. By Nitzkin & Associates.

http://www.michigancollectionlawblog.com/
Rank this Week: 2911

Michigan Workers' Compensation Law

Michigan Workers' Compensation Law

Covers workers compensation law in Michigan. By Ronald W. Ryan.

http://michcomplaw.typepad.com/michcomplaw/
Rank this Week: 3937

Anthony M. Snyder & Associates,…

Anthony M. Snyder & Associates, PLLC

Covers life, the law and Michigan politics.

http://tonysnyder.com/law/
  • May 4

    Got A Little Charlie Sheen On Your Hands?

    Got A Little Charlie Sheen On Your Hands?
    The title to this article is both humorous, and yet more appropriate to your life than you might realize. When I was a kid, my mother used to always say to me, “The way you like to spend money, you’d better grow up to be a brain surgeon…
  • Apr 30

    Hit The Lottery, Let Everyone Know!

    Hit The Lottery, Let Everyone Know!
    For those of us that live in Michigan, there may be a “nice problem to have” in your future. Ever play Mega Millions or Powerball and dream of what a life with an extra $300+ million would be like? We all had Mega Millions fever last…
  • Feb 22

    Tea For Two

    Tea For Two
    Have you seen this article yet? Here’s the quick and dirty: Two high school boys were in a fight on school property. A female teacher sees the fight, verbally attempts to break up the fight, when she’s unsuccessful she pours her hot tea…
Rank this Week: 4963

Michigan Estate Planning, Probate…

Michigan Estate Planning, Probate and Elder Law

Covers Michigan estate planning, wills, living trusts, powers of attorney, elder law, caregiving, family matters and growing older . By Glenn Matecun.

http://matecunlaw.wordpress.com
  • Mar 31

    What is a Lady Bird Deed?

    What is a Lady Bird Deed?
    Check this out if you want to learn more about how a Michigan Lady Bird Deed works and how it can help with your Will, Trust or other estate planning.
  • Mar 8

    Beware! Estate Planning for Second Marriages Can Be Tricky.

    Beware! Estate Planning for Second Marriages Can Be Tricky.
    The following was recently published in my “Ask the Lawyer” column: Question:   I just got remarried and both my husband and I have children from previous marriages. I am worried that my son and daughter won’t get anything if I die…
  • Oct 23

    IRS Issues Long-Term Care Premium Deductibility Limits for 2012

    IRS Issues Long-Term Care Premium Deductibility Limits for 2012
    The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is increasing the amount taxpayers can deduct from their 2012 taxes as a result of buying long-term care insurance.  Premiums for “qualified” long-term care insurance policies (see explanation below)…
Rank this Week: 2965

Michael Morse's Technology and…

Michael Morse's Technology and Management Blog

Covers cool sites, gadgets, and technology and management tips.

http://www.michaelmorsesblog.com
  • Feb 2

    Desktop Virtualization Saves Cost

    Desktop Virtualization Saves Cost
    Sometime ago I made an investment in technology and it has begun to pay off.  Those in the practice of law may know I have been a pioneer in paperless office innovation using an array of desktop and network scanners.  Several years ago I…
  • Nov 11

    Try Echosign for Electronic Signature

    Try Echosign for Electronic Signature
    Electronic signatures are getting more and more popular. Federal courts now accept electronic signatures, state courts are starting to, and businesses use them to execute contracts. If you are considering using digital signatures for your…
  • Sep 14

    Organize Your Inbox

    Organize Your Inbox
    Gmail has a brand new feature to help you stay better organized.  It’s called priority inbox. Google has designed formulas that determine whether an email is important or not. They figure this out based on which emails you read and which…
Rank this Week: 5108

Shaw Law

Shaw Law

Covers Michigan divorce law.

http://eshawlaw.com/blog/
  • Oct 17

    Short Sales and Foreclosures in Divorce

    Short Sales and Foreclosures in Divorce
    When people get divorced, they often sell the marital residence. In 2010, divorced couples are learning there is less equity in their homes and the ability to sell a non-foreclosed or short-saled property is impacted by these market…
  • Jun 2

    Improvoing Economy = Increase in Divorce

    Improvoing Economy = Increase in Divorce
    A good way to tell that the economy is recovering is to review the divorce rates. In 2008, the divorce rate dropped 24% in 2008 and 57% in 2009, but started inching upwards towards the end of last year.   It appears that people were afraid…
  • May 16

    How to Select a Divorce Lawyer.

    How to Select a Divorce Lawyer.
    Choosing your lawyer is probably the most important decision you will make in your divorce process. So make sure you find somebody who will smooth the road ahead, not make it more rough than it already is. Here are some tips.
Rank this Week: 3843

Michigan Criminal Appeals

Michigan Criminal Appeals

Covers criminal appellate law. By Stuart G. Friedman.

http://www.crimapp.com/index.php
  • Aug 24

    Court of Appeals Invalidates Patient-to-Patient Sales Under Medical Marijuana Act

    Court of Appeals Invalidates Patient-to-Patient Sales Under Medical Marijuana Act
    Narrowly construing Michigan’s Medical Marijuana Act, the Court of Appeals just ruled that patient-to-patient transfers are not permitted.
  • Aug 23

    Sex Offenders: The Last Pariah'

    Sex Offenders: The Last Pariah'
    The blog Congress, Courts, and Sex Offenders has an interesting editorial making the case that society’s current obsession with sex offenders is misplaced and that they have become the last pariahs.
  • Aug 23

    California Legislature Requires Warrant for Cell Phone Searche

    California Legislature Requires Warrant for Cell Phone Searche
    Overturning a California Supreme Court decision to the contrary, the California Legislature has required police to get warrants supported by probable cause to search people’s cell phones. During an automobile stop, police can easily search…
Rank this Week: 4242

Family Law Child Custody Divorce…

Family Law Child Custody Divorce Blog

Covers Michigan family law and child custody cases.

http://familylawchildcustodydivorce.wordpress.com
  • Nov 25

    Cyberstalking in Illinois: Old Game, New Rules.

    Cyberstalking in Illinois: Old Game, New Rules.
    With the permission of the Illinois Family Law Gazette, a website about Illinois divorce, child custody, child support, and family law, I have republished the below article about cyberstalking in Illinois. It is below:  
  • Oct 6

    Gov. Quin backs Illinois Civil Union

    Gov. Quin backs Illinois Civil Union
    The Associated Press is reporting that Gov. Pat Quinn says Illinois could legalize civil unions before the end of 2010.
  • Mar 29

    Illinois family law, divorce and child custody information

    Illinois family law, divorce and child custody information
    The Family Law Gazette has some interesting information about Illinois family law, divorce, and child custody. The Family Law Gazette seems like it is a productive way for people involved in family law, divorce, or child custody cases to…
Rank this Week: 4316

Harvey Kruse, P.C. Blog

Harvey Kruse, P.C. Blog

Covers Michigan business law and litigation topics.

http://www.harveykruse.com/blog
  • Apr 1

    U.S. Supreme Court Adopts “Nerve Center” Diversity Jurisdiction Test

    U.S. Supreme Court Adopts “Nerve Center” Diversity Jurisdiction Test
    In Hertz Corp. v. Friend, 2010 U.S. LEXIS 1897 (Feb. 23, 2010), the United States Supreme Court finally resolved a split among the circuits on how to analyze where a corporation’s “principal place of business” is for purposes of…
  • Oct 19

    PROPOSED LEGISLATION WOULD IMPOSE $1 MILLION FINES ON INSURANCE COMPANIES

    PROPOSED LEGISLATION WOULD IMPOSE $1 MILLION FINES ON INSURANCE COMPANIES
    Several Michigan State Representatives have taken steps to enact legislation to hold insurance companies “accountable” for perceived misdeeds.  State Representatives Vicki Barnett, Mike Simpson, Lisa Brown and Jon Switalski have proposed…
  • Oct 19

    Should Your Company Hire National Trial Counsel?

    Should Your Company Hire National Trial Counsel?
    As product liability lawsuits continue to cut into slim margins of profit in recession based sales, many companies are looking for a solution.   Repeated lawsuits, even those without merit, are frequently rewarded by settlements that…
Rank this Week: 2801

Health Law News and Notes

Health Law News and Notes

Covers healthcare regulatory news impacting physicians and other healthcare providers. By Amy Fehn.

http://healthlawoffices.com/blog
  • Aug 4

    OCR to Enforce HIPAA Security

    OCR to Enforce HIPAA Security
    On August 3 the HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius announced that authority for the administration and enforcement of the HIPAA Security rule will now be delegated to the Office for Civil Rights (OCR). The Security Rule was previously…
  • Jul 29

    Wachler & Associates Featured in Detroit Legal News For RAC Audit Work

    Wachler & Associates Featured in Detroit Legal News For RAC Audit Work
    Wachler & Associates was featured in today’s edition of the Detroit Legal News for our work  defending RAC audits.    To read the article, click here. For more information and updates about RAC audits, please see our special RAC…
  • Jul 29

    FTC Extends Red Flags Rule Deadline Until November 1, 2009

    FTC Extends Red Flags Rule Deadline Until November 1, 2009
    The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced today that it will delay the enforcement date of the Red Flags Rule until November 1, 2009.  This is the third delay prompted, in part, by concerns expressed by the health care community.  The…
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