Michigan Law Services, PLLC

10/20/2026

Designating a trusted contact person on your financial accounts creates an emergency safeguard against financial exploitation and health crises. Unlike a power of attorney, a trusted contact cannot make transactions or view balances.

https://www.investor.gov/introduction-investing/general-resources/news-alerts/alerts-bulletins/investor-bulletins-trusted-contact

10/20/2026

Facing a DUI or DWI charge and confused by the difference? Impaired driving charges carry severe criminal penalties, including license suspension, fines, and jail time. Learn how states define these offenses and protect your rights.

Learn the difference between a DUI and DWI, the consequences of these offenses and how they impact your car insurance rate.

10/17/2026

Parental rights are fundamental, but they also come with key legal responsibilities. Courts focus primarily on the best interests of the child when establishing custody, education, and medical decision-making rights.

https://www.clientresourceproject.org/articles/your-voice-your-role-understanding-parental-rights?

10/16/2026

Protecting your financial independence during a divorce means properly identifying separate versus community assets and closing joint credit lines. Learn how to navigate asset division effectively. https://www.britannica.com/money/dividing-assets-in-divorce

10/15/2026

The SECURE 2.0 Act pushed the RMD starting age to 73 and eliminated required distributions for Roth 401(k) accounts. Understanding updated federal tax rules helps retirees optimize withdrawals and avoid costly penalties.

The SECURE 2.0 Act made major changes to rules for required minimum distributions (RMDs) — are you up to speed?

10/15/2026

If law enforcement places you under arrest, constitutional protections guarantee your right to remain silent and consult an attorney before questioning. Knowing how arrest procedures work helps protect your rights.

https://www.americanbar.org/groups/public_education/resources/law_related_education_network/how_courts_work/arrest-procedures/

10/14/2026

Uncoupling involves more than just emotional decisions—it requires key financial preparation. From organizing joint accounts to documenting shared assets, taking early steps can protect your interests. Read our guide to preparing for divorce.

The process of divorce includes untangling your finances. Here are 7 key steps to prepare your finances for divorce and avoid costly mistakes.

10/13/2026

A legal power of attorney allows a trusted agent to manage financial or medical decisions if you become incapacitated. Establishing durable powers of attorney early protects your assets and relieves family burden.

https://www.consumerfinance.gov/ask-cfpb/what-is-a-power-of-attorney-poa-en-1149/?

A power of attorney is a legal document that allows someone else to act on your behalf.

10/13/2026

Are your AI chatbot conversations private? A federal court ruled that ChatGPT prompts and responses can be seized under search warrants in criminal cases. Learn why AI research isn't protected by attorney-client privilege.

Courts are increasingly signaling that conversations with AI tools could constitute evidence in criminal cases.

10/10/2026

Does getting married automatically make you responsible for your partner's prior debt? While pre-marital balances generally stay individual, joint loans and state community property rules can change things. Learn how marital debt works.

Marriage can change how debt affects your finances, so it's important to know where the responsibility falls.