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Pros and Cons of Police Using Tasers in Detroit

michiganlegalcenter | August 21, 2018 | Police Brutality

Law enforcement officers commonly use Taser guns. They are meant to give off an electric charge that’s used to subdue a potential suspect. Although the charge is thought not to...

Valuing Your Personal Injury Case

michiganlegalcenter | August 13, 2018 | Personal Injury

When determining the value of your personal injury case, your Michigan injury lawyer will evaluate a number of factors. Two important pieces of evidence that your attorney will want to...

Cop Convicted of Assault Back on Patrol

michiganlegalcenter | August 7, 2018 | Police Brutality

A recently convicted Michigan police officer was given a second chance at his job after being caught assaulting a suspect. The decision to hire a police officer who made national...

Personal Injury Mistakes to Avoid

michiganlegalcenter | July 30, 2018 | Personal Injury

When it comes to personal injury litigation, plaintiffs' behavior and decisions can greatly affect the outcome of their cases. A Michigan truck accident lawyer has the knowledge and experience to guide plaintiffs...

michiganlegalcenter | July 16, 2018 | Personal Injury

Many personal injury claimants make mistakes in their case because they do not understand how insurance companies and the claims process work. Here, a Michigan personal injury attorney will give...

michiganlegalcenter | July 2, 2018 | Personal Injury

If the insurance company and your Michigan personal injury lawyer cannot reach a settlement of your case, you may need to file a lawsuit to obtain just compensation for your...

michiganlegalcenter | July 2, 2018 | Civil Rights

Police officers have a duty to serve and protect public citizens. In some situations, there are police officers who don't always uphold their oath. If you have been a victim...

Elevator Liability Laws

michiganlegalcenter | June 23, 2018 | Personal Injury

There are multiple rules and regulations regarding elevator use in Michigan. These govern what counts as an elevator and how to receive compensation when a personal injury happens because of...

michiganlegalcenter | June 18, 2018 | Personal Injury

If you've been injured in an accident and are considering filing a lawsuit, your first step will be talking to a Michigan personal injury lawyer. At this initial visit, you...

michiganlegalcenter | June 16, 2018 | Wrongful Death

Wrongful death is a death caused by the negligence of another person. According to the CDC, unintentional injury is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. The term...

Can my Employer Deny Me Overtime Pay?

michiganlegalcenter | June 9, 2018 | Employment Law

As of December 1, 2016, the United States DOL (Department of Labor) has created new regulations regarding eligibility for overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act. More than four...

Dependents in Wrongful Death Claims

michiganlegalcenter | June 4, 2018 | Personal Injury

Dependents who lose a loved one in an accident caused by another’s negligence may file a wrongful death claim. Insurance companies have specific criteria for evaluating dependent claims, but keep...