How Parents Should Talk to Their Children about Police Brutality
Many children learn at a young age that police officers are friendly people who are here to help. An officer may have spoken to your child’s class, or they saw friendly depictions of the police in books. These familiar figures offer a striking contrast to the officers...
What’s a Pain Journal and How Can It Help My Car Accident Case in Michigan?
At Michigan Legal Center, we take pride in educating our clients so they are prepared when legal issues arise. Car accidents are the most common issue we deal with and we are happy to have been a part of many settlements and compensations. One of the key reasons these...
Here’s How to Practice Safe Boating this Spring and Summer in Michigan
There is nothing like setting sail on Lake Michigan or Lake Huron in the spring or summer. The cool breeze and warm sunshine, topped with some fishing or swimming, make for an idyllic day. Yet, boating safety often takes a backseat on outings. Every year, hundreds of...
How Disabilities May Play a Role in Police Discrimination
People with disabilities already face various social and economic challenges whether their disability is physical, psychological, or intellectual. One challenge people with disabilities face that ends up regularly overlooked? Discrimination by police. According to the...
How Do Police Body Cams Factor into Police Brutality Cases?
Body-worn cameras have been deployed across Michigan and the United States by many law enforcement agencies. In a world where police are often accused of harassing citizens, planting evidence, or using excessive force, this camera usage is highly beneficial in...
What Should I Do When My Child Is the Victim of Racial Profiling?
Assuming the worst of someone based on their skin color is discrimination. Unfortunately, racial profiling is all too common in Michigan, especially throughout the legal system. Police officers often make wrongful arrests simply because a person is Black. If your...
Are Other Police Officers Responsible for Stopping Police Brutality?
As more police brutality videos surface on the internet, many depict police officers at the scene watching the incident unfold. While there may be only one officer using excessive force, others in the area allow it to happen. This leads to the question of whether...
March Is TBI Awareness Month
March is Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Awareness Month. During this time, doctors bring attention to TBIs and highlight the importance of recognizing the symptoms. Anyone can sustain a brain injury, but young children and the elderly are at the highest risk. Head...
Why Taking Photos after an Accident in Michigan Is Crucial
Your brain is likely going a million different directions after a car accident in Michigan. After sustaining the effects of the crash and determining who else is injured, you might be wondering what to do next. Simple steps include calling the police and moving to a...
Is There a Difference Between Excessive Force and Police Brutality?
There are countless videos online of police officers using excessive force toward suspects, particularly Black people. Cops are allowed to use force, but it must be reasonable. Unfortunately, some officers abuse this power and use more force than necessary to...