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06/04/2026

The Lynette Ho**er case is now a federal homicide investigation, with no body recovered and GPS data that contradicts her husband's account of the night she disappeared.

Todd Flood joined WJR Radio's ‘JR Afternoon to break down what it takes to prosecute a no-body murder case, how Michigan built the Dee Warner case under the same circumstances and secured a conviction, and what Brian Ho**er could be up against if federal charges follow.

06/02/2026

Jury selection is underway in the manslaughter trial of a former Warren police officer accused of killing two people when his patrol vehicle crashed into their SUV while responding to a call without his lights and sirens activated.

Speaking with WXYZ-TV Channel 7, Todd Flood weighed in on how this highly-anticipated case may unfold in court, and what could be a gamechanger for the jury.

06/01/2026

A former Detroit police sergeant is accused of sexually assaulting five girls and women at gunpoint.

If you were harmed by Benjamin Wagner, you are not alone. Flood Law is here to help. Get in touch with us today for a free, confidential consultation.

06/01/2026

𝑰𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒏 𝑺𝒑𝒐𝒕𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕: Meet Lauren Smiley! A Sports Journalism major at the University of Kentucky with a minor in Criminal Justice, Lauren brings a unique blend of storytelling and legal curiosity to Flood Law.

A Flood Law intern since 2024, Lauren returns this summer to gain additional courtroom experience, observe trials and dive into complex casework.

Outside of law, Lauren co-hosts Beyond the Sidelines, the University of Kentucky's first all-female student-led sports podcast, serves as Vice President of her Association for Women in Sports Media chapter and earned 4th place at the National College Media Convention for Sports Reporting.

Welcome back, Lauren!

05/29/2026

Karen Read was found not guilty in her criminal trial. So how is she still facing a lawsuit?

As Senior Attorney Maura Battersby explains, it comes down to burden of proof. The gap between criminal and civil court standards means Read could still be held civilly liable for John O'Keefe's death, even after her acquittal.

05/28/2026

As DNA technology continues to evolve, cold cases that once seemed impossible to solve are finally getting answers. Senior Attorney David Champine discusses how advancements in forensic DNA testing are helping uncover the truth, deliver long-overdue accountability, and reshape investigations years, or even decades, after crimes were committed.

05/27/2026

Dog days at the office. 🐾

Say hello to Birdie, associate attorney Katie's pup and honorary team member at Flood Law! She made her rounds, boosted morale and we're pretty sure she passed the bar. 🐶

05/26/2026

MEET THE TEAM: Help us give a warm welcome to our newest associate attorney, Kyle Hesson!

Kyle is focused on supporting medical malpractice cases, work that demands precision, persistence and a deep understanding of how devastating preventable harm can be.

Most recently, he served as an associate attorney at Jefferson Law Center, following more than two years as a law clerk where he focused on medical malpractice and elder neglect matters. He earned his law degree from Michigan State University College of Law and his Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Michigan.

If you or your loved ones need have been harmed by institutions entrusted to provide care, Kyle is here for you when it matters most.

05/21/2026

In this month’s episode of WJR Radio’s Behind the Bench, Todd Flood and Maura Battersby hosted Victoria King, Carmen Defranco, Justice Noah Hood, Panos Papadakos and Lauren Smiley to discuss a question that every industry is asking: How is AI going to affect our profession?

From how AI is already changing the way attorneys work, to what Todd’s guests would tell a young lawyer walking into the profession today, the episode is a masterclass in where the legal world is headed.

Podcast Episode · Behind the Bench with Todd Flood · May 21 · 38m

05/21/2026

The next generation of legal talent starts here.

Please join us in welcoming our Summer 2026 interns to Flood Law: Gavin Corcoran, Nate Guinta, Elise Kemp, Jaime McArthur, Panos Papadakos, Samanta Popovski, Alexis Rillema, Conor Shannon, Lauren Smiley, Joseph Test and Craig Woodward.

Representing the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, University of Michigan, Loyola University Chicago, The University of Toledo, Wayne State University, Texas A&M University, and University of Kentucky, this talented group is ready to learn, grow and get to work.