MCL 780.1,et seq, is Michigan's Uniform Criminal Extradition Act. From my prior experience: if the person does not object to extradition at...

In most instances where criminal charges are dropped, for whatever the reason, they are done "without prejudice;" which means they can be refiled...

What are the laws for tenants and landlords when it comes to carpet replacement in a rental home?

The Termination of Tendencies in Mobile Home Parks Act does not appear applicable here, unless you were evicted. Under the Landlord and Tenant...

Should I pay this civil demand?

Just to address the civil restitution portion of your question: Michigan law allows a retailer to ask for up to three times the amount of the value...

In MI can a person be held liable for replacement costs of items stolen while in their possession but do not own

From the little that you have written, it sounds like you were in what's called a "bailment" situation. The circumstances and reason why you were...

Based on your personal knowledge of the person, you may be able to figure out which type of relationship was involved. Under MCL 750.520c(1)(b),...

Which is better....a short sale or deed in lieu of foreclosure? Should I hire an attorney for the short sale process?

While this is not my specialty area: Congress extended the Mortgage Debt Relief Act through to 2016; so any difference in the sales price of the...

Is this legle?

While an accurate answer will always depend on the specific facts and circumstances of your case: generally speaking, as long as the plants were in...

There is no reason to not incorporate now: if you have a specific name in mind, it is protected; and, your personal liability is also protected...

If I will be gone for an extended period of time and wanted someone to tend to my matters how would I go about it?

If you are looking for someone to tend to your financial affairs for a specific time period; you can find the official Michigan form for an...