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An arrest can cause injuries and trauma when an officer uses more force than the circumstances seem to justify. As you cope with those effects, you may question whether you can take legal action. If you or a loved one suffered harm during an arrest, knowing how courts...
Reporting discrimination, sexual harassment and other illegal workplace behavior to managers or Human Resources personnel can be extremely difficult. Too many people put up with these things, try to deal with the perpetrators on their own or leave their jobs rather...
You show up every day and give your best to your job. Living with a disability requires resilience and dedication, and it is incredibly frustrating when an employer fails to see your value. You deserve a workplace that respects your contributions and follows the law....
Pregnancy should never cost someone their livelihood, yet many workers still worry that it might. In Michigan, both state and federal laws protect pregnant employees from unfair treatment. Major new federal regulations that took effect in 2024 provide employees with...
Most employees in Michigan are considered to be “at will”, meaning they can be terminated at the will of the employer. For these employees, there is no legal obligation to offer a severance. So why do employers sometimes present a severance package to an employee they...
Coaches play an important role at modern universities. Many of the most successful colleges in Michigan, including the University of Michigan and Michigan State University (MSU), have major athletic programs. They employ dozens of professors, coaches and support...
Numerous rules restrict the conduct of police officers. They generally need to try to resolve matters without using force whenever possible. In fact, even if force is necessary, they should use the least amount of force they realistically can without endangering...
No-Fault Coverage May Not Protect You In An Accident Michigan is a no-fault insurance state. This means that an injured person generally looks to their own insurance company for payment of medical expenses, limited wage loss benefits, and property damage to their...
Your Employer Is Not Loyal to You A recent article in Business Insider, entitled “The end of workplace loyalty,” offers a thoughtful discussion about the changing landscape of employers and employees’ expectations. Perhaps your grandparent took their first job with...
School bullying is a major crisis. At least 20% of students have experienced being bullied. Bullying can be physical, verbal, or social (including cyberbullying). Being bullied causes significant emotional harm, and in extreme cases, may lead to self-harm or even...
