How to Expunge or Seal your Criminal Record
Getting convicted of a felony or misdemeanor can have a very big impact on your life. Aside from the loss of your freedom if you are incarcerated in a prison or jail, you can also have restrictions placed on your life during a period of probation. Beyond these most obvious impacts, a...
Social Security vs. SSI: What’s the Difference?
Like many laws and legal concepts, a great number of people get Social Security Disability (SSD) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) confused. This is not surprising since both deal with benefits for disability, have similar acronyms, and are administered by Social Security. However, they differ in a number of very critical ways,...
How to File for Divorce: A Step-by-Step Guide
If you are like many married couples in Michigan, you may be going through some tough times and have decided to end your relationship. When this happens, you want to be able to go through this process in a way to lessen the pain and difficulty as much as possible. Your divorce...
How Does Property Division Work in a Divorce?
If you are considering a divorce, it is important to know how your property will be divided with your spouse. When you sit down with your divorce lawyer to discuss filing for divorce, it is vital for you to have a sense of what assets and liabilities belong to you alone, and...
Disability Myths Debunked: Common Misconceptions About SSD
Many people who suffer a disability in Michigan are concerned about their ability to collect Social Security Disability (SSD). This is because there are so many misconceptions surrounding Social Security disability payments. As a result, far too many folks don’t realize they are eligible to receive SSD. In order to debunk these...
Beware of Increased Car Accidents In Michigan During the Winter Months
Winter car accidents in Michigan are a common and significant concern due to the harsh winter conditions that prevail in the region. Michigan experiences heavy snowfall, icy roads, and freezing temperatures during the winter months, which can make for treacherous driving. Here is a detailed overview of various aspects related to winter...
Mental Health and Social Security Disability Benefits
If you or someone you know struggles with mental health issues, the good news is that this may not necessarily be visible, or obvious to others around them. However, mental health challenges can be huge, and these illnesses must be treated on par with physical health challenges. That being said, it is...
Do More Car Accidents Happen at Night?
Driving at night is generally riskier than driving during daylight hours for several reasons. As a result, there is an increased likelihood of vehicle accidents during the evening hours. Some of the key factors that make nighttime driving more hazardous include:
Reduced VisibilityOne...
5 Common Mistakes People Make After An Accident
It is understandable that people can sometimes feel overwhelmed and shaken up after a car accident. As a result, they are more prone to errors due to stress, shock, or merely because they are unfamiliar with the correct procedures. Here are five common mistakes people make after a car accident:
Can I Still Work If I Am Receiving SSD Benefits?
SSD is short for Social Security Disability. It is part of the U.S. Social Security federal program that gives extra money each month to people who qualify. You qualify for SSD if you have a “total” disability, and you have: 1) Worked long enough and recently enough, and 2) Paid enough...