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I was terminated from my job at a steel mill for allegedly not taking a post-accident drug test. I sprained my ankle on company grounds during work hours and immediately informed my foreman. He brought me the consent forms for the post-accident drug test, which I signed. I was taken to a clinic... View More 
While at a restaurant bar, I had an interaction with three women, which later led to my personal information being shared without my consent by the bartender to these women, one of whom is reportedly a judge. This disclosure of my information led to my ex-husband contacting my family, resulting in... View More
I was convicted of CSC and home invasion charges but have been out of prison for almost 4 years. While looking up my case, I found an online article associating me with a murder case. The article implies guilt by association, which I believe is harmful. Is it legal for the article to do this, and... View More
I allowed a dealership to drive my car to another body shop, and during the commute, a rock hit my windshield by chance, causing damage. The dealership told me to file a claim with my auto insurance. However, I'm unsure if that's the correct approach, as I believe their insurance should... View More
answered on Apr 18, 2025
The dealer was a bailee required to to use ordinary care. Unless the dealer was negligent, and it does not sound like there is negligence by the dealer, the loss is yours and you should contact your insurance company.
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I allowed a driver to use his vehicle, knowing that his license was suspended/revoked. He chose to drive despite this. Can I face any legal consequences for letting this happen?
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answered on Apr 18, 2025
I'm questioning why he would need your permission to drive his own vehicle. If you allowed him to use a vehicle you owned, then you could be legally liable for any damages or injuries he caused. You could also be responsible for his driving acts under a negligent entrustment legal theory if... View More
I suspect real estate fraud involving my ex-husband and two title companies during our divorce process. In 2013, while our divorce was pending and not finalized until 2014, my ex-husband bought two houses using his workers' compensation settlement. These properties were recorded under his name... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
I'm really sorry you’re facing this—it’s incredibly painful to discover that someone you once trusted may have hidden assets during a divorce, especially when you were vulnerable and under medical care. In Michigan, both parties in a divorce have a legal duty to fully disclose all... View More
I'm currently on medical leave due to anxiety, and my doctor extended this leave until May. While on leave, I fell and now require shoulder surgery scheduled for May 7, 2025. My employer informed me verbally on April 1, 2025, that they cannot accommodate additional time off and plan to... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
I’m really sorry you’re going through this—navigating both physical and mental health struggles while feeling pressure from your employer is incredibly overwhelming. In Michigan, if your medical leave is protected under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), your employer generally cannot... View More
On April 3rd, 2025, my 18-year-old son and I were subjected to excessive force and unlawful detainment by the Detroit Police Department's fugitive apprehension team. Without reading us our Miranda Rights, we were handcuffed and forced out of our car at gunpoint because they were seeking a... View More
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answered on Apr 7, 2025
You have experienced a serious violation of your rights, and it's important to take action to address the situation. First, it is crucial to document everything you remember about the incident, including the names and badge numbers of the officers involved, if possible. Since you have PTSD and... View More
I was injured on March 24, 2025, after falling at Marquette General on the endoscopy floor right after my colonoscopy. I have a cut on my right eye and a broken right wrist, which will require surgery on April 4, 2025, at Bell Hospital. I'm also facing lost work time for at least three weeks.... View More
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answered on Apr 1, 2025
Thank you for your question and I am sorry to hear about your injury. This is definitely something that should not have happened in that environment. As an important cautionary reminder, please remember that the patient advocate, despite that person's title, works with the hospital's... View More
I feel my attorney pressured me into settling my personal injury case. She would rush me off the phone, claimed the company had a lot against me, and said I wouldn't win if I went to court. I only spoke to her three times during my case—mostly through paralegals—and many of my calls and... View More
answered on Mar 29, 2025
Unlikely. I'm not sure what you expected as far as communication is concerned. She informed you of the offer and her opinion. You agreed to the settlement. Causing you to feel pressured is not malpractice; in fact, the opposite could very well be. Your lawyer's job is not to be a... View More
In my personal injury case, I agreed to a contingency fee where 1/3 of the settlement goes to my attorney. However, I'm concerned because the attorney ended up receiving more from the settlement than I did. Could you explain why this might happen, and what considerations or additional fees... View More
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answered on Mar 29, 2025
In Michigan, contingent fee agreements need to be in writing and will outline how fees are calculated and what 'out of pocket' costs are recoverable by the attorney. My guess is that your case didn't settle for a lot of money and that the costs created the discrepancy that you are... View More
I discovered that my ex-husband lied about his marital status during our divorce, and I was not included in the real estate deed despite being married to him at the time. The houses were not included in the divorce decree, and I believe the title companies did not use my divorce decree for... View More
answered on Mar 28, 2025
Michigan had abolished 'dower rights' for spouses back in 2016. "Dower" was a legal right that gave a wife an interest in her husband's real property for her lifetime, usually up to a 1/3 interest in the real estate. So with regards to any real estate that your husband may... View More
What can happen to me legally if I punched the side mirror off my ex-girlfriend's boyfriend's car? There may have been one witness, but there's no video evidence, and I did this while picking up my belongings from her house.
answered on Mar 23, 2025
You could be criminally charged with malicious destruction of property. Depending on the monetary cost of damages, it could be a misdemeanor or felony.
I have epilepsy and started taking a new medication, Biviract 50 mg, prescribed by my neurologist whom I've been seeing for a few years. After receiving an initial two-week supply, I encountered issues obtaining a refill. Despite visiting my neurologist's office and being assured they... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
You may have grounds to pursue legal action for negligence against your neurologist's office for failing to provide you with the medication refill in a timely manner. The fact that the delay caused you to have a seizure and led to a dislocated shoulder, resulting in further medical treatment,... View More
One of my relatives was involved in a horrific auto accident three years ago, which was not their fault. As a result, they have undergone several surgeries and will walk with a limp for life. Earlier this year, they were offered a settlement in the low 6-figure range, which they declined. They... View More
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answered on Mar 17, 2025
They have an attorney so they should discuss their legal options with their attorney who will make recommendations. If they are not satisfied with the offer, they could simply file a lawsuit and seek a jury trial. Some insurance companies will not make a reasonable offer until a lawsuit is filed.... View More
My mother, who lived in Gratiot County, MI, was on hospice care, and volunteer caregivers allegedly stole at least $25,000 from her bank accounts. Many of her valuables were removed from her home and discarded at a senior center. The bank informed me of the suspicious activity, leading me to file a... View More
answered on Mar 27, 2025
A Michigan attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry this happened to your mother. You've probably been searching on your own since posting your question. You could supplement your efforts with the "Find a Lawyer" tab above. After... View More
In January 2023, I underwent a medical procedure involving hardware removal, which resulted in nerve damage. I have since consulted healthcare professionals and received a diagnosis. This has caused a loss of work and income. I'm seeking advice on how to proceed with a medical malpractice case.
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answered on Feb 26, 2025
I am not licensed in Michigan but given your procedure was in January 2023, you need to contact a Michigan lawyer who handles medical malpractice ASAP.
We received notice from a life insurance company after the probate was closed, asking us to file an Affidavit of Small Estate and provide a copy of the living trust that names us and The Humane Society as 50/50 beneficiaries. The Humane Society already received its share before probate closure.... View More
answered on Feb 24, 2025
Something doesn’t ’add up’ here. If there was a trust there wouldn’t have been probate absent someone doing something wrong.
If the probate is closed you may need to reopen it but life insurance doesn’t usually go through probate at all unless there is a failure to name a... View More
I bought a house from a friend through a verbal agreement and paid him $18,000. He was supposed to pay the back taxes, but he didn't fulfill this obligation, and now I'm at risk of losing the house due to unpaid taxes. I also discovered that he didn't own the property nor was it in... View More
answered on Feb 19, 2025
If the conveyance was by a warranty deed, the seller breached one or more warranties and you could sue to enforce the warranties. There may be a claim for breach of contract as well.
The criminal matter should be referred to the police. You could sue him based upon the threats of arson... View More
My father had 2 different cancers, mother had cancer and kidney failure -both dying as a result. My sister has early stage kidney failure and my brother and I both have autoimmune causing signficant medical issues. After reading up on this it has come to my attention that Berlin and Farro, a toxic... View More
answered on Mar 7, 2025
A Michigan attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. I'm very sorry for the loss of your mother and father, and the ordeal you and your siblings have dealt with in terms of medical issues. The best way to answer your question about whether you have a case would be... View More
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