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18-Wheeler Accident Law Videos
Law Office of Sheldon L. Miller, P.C.
Attorney Are there different rules that apply to accidents involving 18-wheelers and semi-trucks in Michiga…
accident, 18-Wheeler ...

Alimony Law Videos
Henry S. Gornbein PLLC
Attorney Will my husband's savings be taken into account in determining his alimony obligation in Michigan ?
qualify, alimony ...

Animal and Dog Bite Law Videos
Sommers Schwartz, PC
Attorney Do I have a case in Michigan if the property owner's dog bit me at a home where I was doing work?
insurance, evidence ...

Auto Insurance Law Videos
Law Office of Sheldon L. Miller, P.C.
Attorney Does an insurance company have to pay for a rental car when repairs are being made to my vehicle?
crash, reservation of rights letter ...

Bankruptcy Law Videos
Gudeman & Associates, P.C.
Attorney Right now, I cannot pay my debts. Besides bankruptcy, do I have any options?
exempt assets, tax ...

Birth Injury Law Videos
Law Office of Sheldon L. Miller, P.C.
Attorney How do I know if the doctor made a mistake or if the injury was a natural act?
birth defect, consent ...

Brain Injury Law Videos
Sommers Schwartz, PC
Attorney How do I learn if the attorney I want to hire has specific experience in brain injury lawsuits?
Medicaid, damages ...

Business Litigation Law Videos
Gudeman & Associates, P.C.
Attorney
non-solicitation agreement, trade secrets ...

Business Organization Law Videos
Gudeman & Associates, P.C.
Attorney
C corp, C corp ...

Business Transactions Law Videos
Attorney Are there special rules for businesses in leasing or purchasing commercial property?
UCC financing statements, due diligence ...

Car Accident Law Videos
Law Office of Sheldon L. Miller, P.C.
Attorney Can a passenger recover damages in Michigan for accident injuries caused by a driver of the same c…
police, rental ...

Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Law Videos
Gudeman & Associates, P.C.
Attorney
debtor in possession, cash collateral ...

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Law Videos
Gudeman & Associates, P.C.
Attorney Can I save my home and other assets by filing for bankruptcy under Chapter 13?
tax, credit report ...

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Law Videos
Gudeman & Associates, P.C.
Attorney
discharge, credit ...

Child Custody Law Videos
Henry S. Gornbein PLLC
Attorney Can a parent take custody of the child instead of making child support payments in Michigan ?
parent, grandparents ...

Child Support Law Videos
Henry S. Gornbein PLLC
Attorney How often can a non-custodial parent be taken back for support modification?
parental rights, mother ...

Construction Accident Law Videos
Sommers Schwartz, PC
Attorney Can I be fired from my job in Michigan after getting injured in a construction accident?
injury, lawsuit ...

Contract Law Videos
Gudeman & Associates, P.C.
Attorney
contract, breach of contract ...

Criminal Appeals Law Videos
Law Offices of Joseph A. Niskar, P.C.
Attorney What is the difference between a petition for writ of habeas corpus and an appeal?
notice of appeal, sentence ...

Criminal Defense Law Videos
Law Offices of Joseph A. Niskar, P.C.
Attorney What is the difference between a felony, a misdemeanor, and a violation in Michigan ?
prison, reasonable doubt ...

Disability Law Videos
Pitt McGehee Palmer Rivers & Golden P.C.
Attorney Are there any time limitations on my ability to file charges of discrimination based on disability? …
workplace, Americans with Disabilities Act ...

Divorce Law Videos
Henry S. Gornbein PLLC
Attorney In my Michigan divorce case, what is the difference between court ordered and private mediation?
house, fault ...

Domestic Abuse Law Videos
Henry S. Gornbein PLLC
Attorney
protective order, custody ...

Drugs and Narcotics Law Videos
Law Offices of Joseph A. Niskar, P.C.
Attorney Does it matter where I was arrested, like near a school, in determining how I am charged?
drug diversion, drug crimes ...

E-commerce Law Videos
Gudeman & Associates, P.C.
Attorney What is the difference between registering a domain name and obtaining a trademark on that name?
click-fraud, cyber-squatting ...

Elder Law Videos
Prince Law Firm
Attorney Can all elder law attorneys handle all issues that come up in an elder law context?
respite care, Social Security ...

Employee Benefits Law Videos
Pitt McGehee Palmer Rivers & Golden P.C.
Attorney If I waive COBRA coverage during the election period, can I still get coverage at a later date?
portability, 401k ...

Employment Discrimination Law Videos
Pitt McGehee Palmer Rivers & Golden P.C.
Attorney What discriminatory practices are prohibited by the employment discrimination laws?
damages, discrimination ...

Employment Law Videos
Pitt McGehee Palmer Rivers & Golden P.C.
Attorney What does it mean when an employer asks me if I am bondable in a job interview or application?
independent contractor, credit report ...

Estate Planning Law Videos
Prince Law Firm
Attorney How can I find a competent estate planning attorney if I move to a new city or state?
durable power of attorney, joint tenancy ...

Federal Criminal Law Videos
Law Offices of Joseph A. Niskar, P.C.
Attorney Even if I have not yet been charged, but am only under investigation, do I still need an attorney?
federal criminal process, federal sentencing guidelines ...

Fire Insurance Claims Law Videos
Jo Robin Davis PLLC
Attorney The insurance company hired a fire investigator. Should I hire my own or rely on theirs?
arson, insurance company ...

FMLA Law Videos
Pitt McGehee Palmer Rivers & Golden P.C.
Attorney What are the leave eligibility provisions of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)?
doctor, doctor ...

Franchise Law Videos
Gudeman & Associates, P.C.
Attorney What state has jurisdiction in disputes between franchisors and franchisees?
franchise agreement, circular offering ...

Grandparents Rights Law Videos
Henry S. Gornbein PLLC
Attorney What are the rights of grandparents who temporarily care for their grandchildren?
custody, visitation ...

Immigration Law Videos
The Xenos Law Firm, PLC
Attorney Do I need to form a corporation or partnership or can I do business as an individual?
spouse, permanent resident ...

Insurance Law Videos
Gudeman & Associates, P.C.
Attorney What is the insurance company required to do if I notify it that I have a claim?
insurance claim file, bad faith ...

Intellectual Property Law Videos
Gudeman & Associates, P.C.
Attorney What is the difference between TM (or SM) and actually registering a trademark?
USPTO, copyright ...

Investment Fraud Law Videos
The Xenos Law Firm, PLC
Attorney Is churning a criminal act or does it give rise to a claim for breach of contract?
broker, diversification ...

Juvenile Law Videos
Law Offices of Joseph A. Niskar, P.C.
Attorney Am I entitled to bail out of a juvenile detention center as an adult can bail out of jail?
juvenile court, parents ...

Liquor Liability Law Videos
Sommers Schwartz, PC
Attorney Can a restaurant or liquor store be held responsible if a drunk driver injures or kills someone?
minor, bar ...

Marriage Law Videos
Henry S. Gornbein PLLC
Attorney Are parties to a marriage responsible for separate debts incurred during the marriage?
agreement, divorce ...

Medical Malpractice Law Videos
Law Office of Sheldon L. Miller, P.C.
Attorney Can a medical malpractice case be reopened after it settled if new side effects are discovered?
consent form, medical error ...

Medical Marijuana Law Videos
Law Offices of Joseph A. Niskar, P.C.
Attorney Should I represent myself if I have been arrested for a marijuana charge if I have a registry card? …
distribution, possession ...

Motorcycle Accident Law Videos
Law Office of Sheldon L. Miller, P.C.
Attorney Do I need a motorcycle accident attorney even if I have motorcycle insurance?
license, injury ...

Nursing Home Abuse Law Videos
Law Office of Sheldon L. Miller, P.C.
Attorney What options are available to someone injured in a Michigan nursing home abuse case?
punitive damages, staff ...

Parole and Probation Law Videos
Law Offices of Joseph A. Niskar, P.C.
Attorney What happens if a required offender fails to register on the sex offender registry?
parole eligibility, split sentence ...

Paternity Law Videos
Henry S. Gornbein PLLC
Attorney Can I get some support for my child even though I am not married to the father of my child?
court, visitation ...

Pedestrian Accident Law Videos
Law Office of Sheldon L. Miller, P.C.
Attorney I was jaywalking and hit by a car. The driver saw me and could have avoided me, can I still sue?
duty, duty ...

Prescription Drug Law Videos
Law Office of Sheldon L. Miller, P.C.
Attorney Once the FDA approves a drug, does this mean that the product is perfectly safe?
prescription, error ...

Probate Law Videos
Prince Law Firm
Attorney If I am named as executor (personal representative) in a will, do I have to serve?
property, testate ...

Product Liability Law Videos
Sommers Schwartz, PC
Attorney What do I need to bring to the initial consultation with my attorney in my Michigan product liabil…
noneconomic damages, dangerous products ...

Slip and Fall Law Videos
Sommers Schwartz, PC
Attorney Can I receive compensation from a Michigan store where I was injured in a slip and fall accident?
trespasser, college ...

Small Business Employment Law Videos
Gudeman & Associates, P.C.
Attorney What businesses must comply with the ADA, or Americans with Disabilities Act?
safety, citizenship ...

Social Security Disability Law Videos
Stu Johnson & Associates P.C.
Attorney Does someone need to be injured at work to receive Social Security disability benefits?
claim, reconsideration ...

Spinal Injury Law Videos
Sommers Schwartz, PC
Attorney What do I need to bring to the initial consultation with my attorney in my Michigan spinal injury …
quadraplegia, quadraplegia ...

Truck Accident Law Videos
Law Office of Sheldon L. Miller, P.C.
Attorney What are trucking accidents and how are truck accidents different from regular car accidents?
trucking company, attorney ...

Vehicle Rollover Law Videos
Law Office of Sheldon L. Miller, P.C.
Attorney Besides the car manufacturer, who else may be liable for a defective product?
insurance, sue ...

Violent Crimes Law Videos
Law Offices of Joseph A. Niskar, P.C.
Attorney There is so much evidence against me, why should I bother hiring an attorney?
Miranda warning, violent crime ...

Wage and Hour Law Videos
Pitt McGehee Palmer Rivers & Golden P.C.
Attorney Is my employer required to pay me for sick days, personal days, and holidays?
full-time, sick days ...

Whistleblower Law Videos
Pitt McGehee Palmer Rivers & Golden P.C.
Attorney
whistleblower, protections ...

White Collar Crimes Law Videos
Law Offices of Joseph A. Niskar, P.C.
Attorney Are defendants in white-collar crime cases treated any differently than other defendants?
plea bargain, false pretenses ...

Wills and Trusts Law Videos
Prince Law Firm
Attorney Can I use my will to name a guardian to care for my young children and manage their property?
attorney, estate tax ...

Wrongful Death Law Videos
Sommers Schwartz, PC
Attorney Can a Michigan judgment obtained as a result of a wrongful death be discharged in bankruptcy?
wrongful death, bankruptcy ...

Wrongful Termination Law Videos
Attorney What topics can be discussed if my boss wants a meeting to investigate problems at my job?
severance, fired ...


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