If you’ve just been arrested for DUI (also called OWI – Operating While Intoxicated) in Michigan, you might be wondering: “Do I need an attorney now—or should I wait until I get a court date, blood test results, or an official letter in the mail?” Here’s the truth: Waiting can…
If you’ve been charged with DUI (also called OWI in Michigan), and the evidence looks stacked against you—maybe your blood alcohol level was .17 or higher, or there was an accident involved—you might be thinking: “What’s the point of hiring a lawyer? The case is already lost.” This mindset is…
If you’ve been charged with DUI (also known as OWI in Michigan), you might be thinking: “It’s my first offense—I probably don’t need a lawyer unless things get really serious, right?” This is one of the most dangerous assumptions people make after a DUI arrest. The truth? Even a “minor”…
There’s a growing belief in Silicon Valley that artificial intelligence isn’t just about replacing some jobs—it’s about replacing all of them. One tech investor recently told a room of startup founders, “You can replace the world’s workers – all of them. You can capture their salaries. All of them.”¹ This…
AI is transforming the legal profession, forcing law firms to determine if – and how- to adapt to new tools that promise efficiency, cost reduction, and increased accessibility to legal services. But with these advancements come serious challenges, particularly the problem of AI-generated “hallucinations”—fabricated information presented with complete confidence. A…
The disconnect defense is a legal strategy in a Michigan DUI case that highlights the inconsistency—or disconnect—between a defendant’s high blood alcohol concentration (BAC) results and their observable behavior at the time of arrest. For instance, if a breath or blood test shows a BAC of 0.20%—a level typically associated…
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If you’ve been charged with a crime in Michigan, you are probably wondering what will happen to you when you go to court. Understanding the the rules of criminal procedure in Michigan will help lower your anxiety and this guide is designed to give you a basic reference about what…
Has Your Michigan Driver License Been Revoked? This article will explain the process for getting it back. Key Points: Check eligibility and obtain a complete driving record. Prepare necessary documents, including substance use evaluation, drug screen, and letters of support. Request and prepare for an administrative hearing. Address any indefinite…
When you’re arrested for a DUI in Michigan, the arresting officer will take your driver’s license and destroy it. This plastic license will be replaced with a temporary permit or a paper license, depending on the circumstances of your arrest. This paper license differs from your regular driver’s license as…