Many children learn at a young age that police officers are friendly people who are here to help. An officer may have spoken to your child’s class, or they saw friendly depictions of the police in books. These familiar figures offer a striking contrast to the officers seen on the news. Discussions about racism, police…
At Michigan Legal Center, we take pride in educating our clients so they are prepared when legal issues arise. Car accidents are the most common issue we deal with and we are happy to have been a part of many settlements and compensations. One of the key reasons these cases work out well is the…
There is nothing like setting sail on Lake Michigan or Lake Huron in the spring or summer. The cool breeze and warm sunshine, topped with some fishing or swimming, make for an idyllic day. Yet, boating safety often takes a backseat on outings. Every year, hundreds of people die from accidents on the water. Most…
People with disabilities already face various social and economic challenges whether their disability is physical, psychological, or intellectual. One challenge people with disabilities face that ends up regularly overlooked? Discrimination by police. According to the National Alliance of Mental Illness, almost half of the people who die in a police encounter have some kind of…
Body-worn cameras have been deployed across Michigan and the United States by many law enforcement agencies. In a world where police are often accused of harassing citizens, planting evidence, or using excessive force, this camera usage is highly beneficial in creating and fostering accountability from police. However, despite the requirement of body-worn cameras by police,…
Assuming the worst of someone based on their skin color is discrimination. Unfortunately, racial profiling is all too common in Michigan, especially throughout the legal system. Police officers often make wrongful arrests simply because a person is Black. If your child is the victim of racial profiling, contact the Michigan Legal Center. We can launch…
As more police brutality videos surface on the internet, many depict police officers at the scene watching the incident unfold. While there may be only one officer using excessive force, others in the area allow it to happen. This leads to the question of whether other police officers are responsible for stopping police brutality. If…
