Is it standard legal practice to spend a year "creating an estate" prior to actually filing a lawsuit?

Medical malpractice claims in Michigan require a pre-lawsuit 180 day notice of intent to the providers who are claimed to have committed...

After giving my local detective details of a theft of my personal items, total approximate value 3,000, he declared my case to

Pursue an action in small claims. The parties represent themselves and the cost is minimal. Most courts will even help you fill out paperwork...

Do I need a police report to have a good small claims case?

Assuming your Aunt was insured, your recovery against her is limited by Michigan law. You should contact your insurance carrier to assist you. ...

What should I do to get out of the situation and not have to pay?

Contact your insurance carrier. If you are covered by Michigan auto coverage and involved in a Michigan accident, you have very limited liability...

In Michigan - Driving with insurance, at-fault accident. How much am I actually responsible for vehicle damage cost?

Contact your insurance carrier and let them address the issue. That said, if you were properly insured in Michigan for a Michigan accident, you...

He can represent himself in small claims. Neither of you can have an attorney appear on your behalf in small claims.

Isn't it illegal to fire someone for something not even related to work even if they are family?

Absent a contract stating otherwise, you are an employee at will and can be terminated for any reason. There are laws that protect employees, but...

Does she have a legal right to sue me?

Inform your insurance company. With full coverage, it has the obligation to defend and indemnify you if the other driver takes action. There is...

Would I be able to get any of my deductible back from him in small claims court?

Yes. It is call mini-tort liability under MCL 500.3135, and allows you to collect up to $1,000. If you had coverage for your collision damage,...

Can I make a claim on the faulting drivers' insurance policy for the total book value of my car under property damage class

The previous answer is correct. The mini-tort liability of the driver at fault is limited to $1,000. MCL 500.3135. If you have collision...