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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
I have a clean record and have never been in trouble before. While driving my car with a friend, we were pulled over, and the police found a large amount of drugs in a lock box by her feet. Since it’s my vehicle, I’m being charged with everything she’s charged with, despite having no... View More
answered on Mar 29, 2025
The man didn't need proof. Your problem is going to be that he provided some information that turned out to be accurate and hemmed you up. He probably provided that information to help himself out, which is the choice you now need to make for yourself against your friend.
If you... View More
Been in the hospital for a month losing my car and can't pay my bills because I had a stroke
answered on Nov 7, 2024
A Michigan attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. The short answer is that based on such a cause and effect, it's possible you have the grounds for a case, simply on a textbook analysis. But from a practical standpoint, it's also possible that your... View More
During a hearing to remove a Co-Trustee, the respondents Attorney stated they couldn't respond to a specific section of the Trust as they had never received a copy of the Trust. The hearing was adjourned for 2 months. In the next hearing it came out that the respondent had been paying this... View More
answered on Jul 18, 2024
You have two issues here: 1) did the attorney commit ethics violations, and 2) did the attorney engage in malpractice. Either way, it sounds like the attorney you are talking about is opposing counsel. As such, he or she has a duty to their client, not you; and candor to the court - not you.... View More
During a hearing to remove a Co-Trustee, the respondents Attorney stated they couldn't respond to a specific section of the Trust as they had never received a copy of the Trust. The hearing was adjourned for 2 months. In the next hearing it came out that the respondent had been paying this... View More
answered on Jul 18, 2024
I am sorry that you are dealing with this issue. I will do my best to answer, but be aware this is not to be considered legal advice since I am not licensed to practice in your state.
In short, attorneys have a professional duty to provide competent representation to their clients. In... View More
The lawyer was expecting me to just trust him when he told me the settlement amount. I asked for documents/proof along the way and he ignored me, but pressured me to settle earlier than he had priorly recommended. When I asked about his prior recommendation to wait a longer period, he denied he had... View More
answered on Feb 18, 2024
The settlement checks are generally deposited in the attorney’s attorney-client trust account. The client is then given a check from the trust account. If the check was not from the trust account, it would be suspicious.
Lawyer filed a clarification and prayer for relief. I need to submit my evidence. Can I do that? Is there a time limit? My final hearing is 1/8/23.
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answered on Dec 31, 2023
If you believe your lawyer failed to properly represent you by not submitting crucial evidence, this is a serious concern, particularly in a divorce case where such evidence can be critical. It's important to understand your options for addressing this issue.
The possibility of... View More
I am an overseas property investor with multiple properties in Detroit. An agent managing the properties stopped paying rent to me and kept the funds, leading to significant losses over six years. I reported her to LARA, who took her to court, but I haven't received any compensation. During... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
I'm really sorry you've had to go through this—it’s infuriating to trust someone with your investments only to be taken advantage of. Yes, you do have the right to file a civil suit against the agent for fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, conversion, and possibly negligence, especially... View More
I am seeking legal advice regarding a situation where, during my divorce proceedings, my marriage to my husband, who was injured, was not properly disclosed, notably affecting my rights. I recently discovered, through a FOIA request, that my marriage was not included, which ethically excluded me as... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
What you’re describing is both painful and unjust, especially when your rights in the divorce were affected by what appears to be a serious omission. If your marriage was not properly disclosed during the divorce, and that directly impacted your ability to access marital assets—including a... View More
I am seeking assistance regarding my brother's criminal case from 2009, where he was sentenced to 38 1/2 to 75 years. I believe his court-appointed attorney did not adequately defend him and simply agreed with the prosecution. I would like to obtain a copy of his trial records to see if there... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
To obtain the trial records for your brother’s case, you should start by contacting the court where the case was heard. Since you know which court handled the case, you can reach out to the clerk's office to request a copy of the trial records. They will guide you through the process and let... View More
My brother was involved in an incident where he allegedly attacked a man multiple times and later stole and crashed his girlfriend's car while eluding the police for three days. Despite these actions, he believes he still deserves a fair trial, but feels that his appointed attorney did not... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
Even though your brother’s actions might seem clear, probable cause is still essential for the prosecution to move forward with charges. Probable cause ensures that law enforcement had a reasonable belief that a crime was committed before arresting or charging someone. This means that for the... View More
I formally fired my lawyer after he initially mentioned the need to withdraw from my case, which I agreed to. He then sent me a blank order to withdraw, not a motion. I found this odd and received no explanation. There haven’t been any complications in my case due to this disagreement, but I am... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
You're absolutely right to be concerned about how this is playing out. In Michigan, once you've fired your attorney, they’re no longer supposed to represent you in court—period. But to formally withdraw from the case, your attorney still needs to file a motion to withdraw, and it must... View More
My brother has been in prison since 2009. He mentioned that 'probable cause' was not used properly in Michigan since the 1960s, and he believes this could affect his imprisonment. However, he hasn't had any case reevaluation, nor has he consulted an attorney since his initial... View More
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answered on Apr 7, 2025
It sounds like your brother may have some valid concerns regarding his case. The concept of "probable cause" plays a crucial role in the criminal justice system, especially in terms of arrest and search warrants. If it was improperly applied or ignored in his case, it could have impacted... View More
I was incarcerated for 8.5 months for contempt of court without bond or a show cause hearing. My court-appointed lawyer, who allegedly can't practice in Illinois, offered little assistance. I never spoke to him until he advised me to "plea out" for a county cap, but I refused to plea... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2025
Your situation sounds deeply troubling and unjust, with multiple potential violations of your constitutional rights. The lack of proper legal proceedings, absence of bond or a hearing, and questionable representation suggest serious legal improprieties that warrant immediate attention.
You... View More
Why did my attorney cash the settlement check written to me rather than send it directly to me? Why would there be 2 claim numbers and why would the insurance send my attorney 2 checks? One was for the attorney's amount, one was for my amount. Why would my attorney cash them and send me a... View More
answered on Feb 29, 2024
These are all questions you need to ask your attorney. You have a right to know all these answers. From what you described, there is quite likely a reasonable and legitimate explanation. Your attorney should be able to explain all of it to you.
I reached out to my lawyer to ask her advise and I specifically said no I could never call cps on him. I had no clue she then turned around and threatened his lawyer that I was prepared to call cps on him. I had no idea of this till after my divorce was over. This lead to a spiral of events during... View More
answered on Oct 4, 2023
Unlikely. If you found out only after the divorce was finalized, how would you 1) prove she in fact did this, and 2) it caused you some damage, considering as part of the settlement, you made a record that you were satisfied to a certain extent with the outcome.
Review or court for additional charges added while incarcerated
answered on Jul 17, 2023
Yes. But in the end, it doesn't really matter as all it takes is one probation violation.
On February 2nd, I went to Alpena County Prosecutor, C.M., to ask for help and to ask what I should do with the evidence I had documenting that my lawyer, M.E. had swindled me. M**** receptionist threw me out on my ear. When I called later, I was told that if I contacted the Prosecutor's... View More
answered on May 30, 2023
Adding to Mr. Selik's answer: sounds like you have a contract dispute (e.g. you paid X, expected Y services, and received Z services instead) with the attorney, which is a civil matter properly addressed through a lawsuit or AGC action.
The prosecutor's job is to prosecute crimes... View More
The Michigan State Police and the Michigan Attorney Grievance Commission are investigating Michelle Elowski's legal practices. I have an open court case against her for conning me out of $25,000. The judge told her to work with me so she got an attorney and the both of them disappeared.... View More
answered on May 24, 2023
If an attorney has violated your attorney-client privilege and disclosed your confidential communications with the attorney to a third party, you should hire an attorney who practices in the area of legal malpractice to sue the attorney for any legally compensable damages you have sustained as a... View More
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