Christopher Trainor & Associates

10/20/2026

Caitlin Tressler is still missing and Detroit Police have still not been held accountable for abandoning her in her time of need.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jfVXcGrVec

EXCLUSIVE: Caitlin Tressler's father Mike and family attorney speak...

10/16/2026

I don't think you'd understand: Paralegal edition
Why don't you walk a mile in our paralegals shoes. Seriously, their feet hurt from carrying the firm.

10/14/2026

You can't learn everything from law school, there are some experiences only a lawyer would understand.

10/13/2026

Today, Emily is celebrating ten years at Michigan Legal Center. For the last decade she has been one of the hardest working paralegals and case managers in Michigan. Thanks for all the hard work!

10/09/2026

Caitlin Tressler's father called the Detroit Police Department to protect her, they left without making sure she was okay. Now she's missing. Michigan Legal Center wants to spread awareness, and hold the police accountable.

10/06/2026

Detroit police officers were called to Caitlin Tressler’s home after being told she was being physically abused. They left without entering the home or making sure that she was okay. She has since disappeared.
Civil rights law firm Michigan Legal Center is trying to get justice for Caitlin and hold the police accountable for not protecting her when they had the chance.
“You have to help people if you’re a police officer, that’s your duty and they didn’t do that,” said Christopher Trainor of Michigan Legal Center. “We’re going to do their job, which they should have done a long time ago.”
https://www.wxyz.com/news/local-news/investigations/father-says-detroit-police-didnt-protect-daughter-after-domestic-violence-call

A father called Detroit police in March, reporting that his daughter was the victim of domestic violence. The responding officers would leave Caitlin Tressler's home without ever setting foot inside.

10/02/2026

Want to be held in contempt of court? Here's a few ideas.

10/02/2026

Harvest season is underway in Michigan, the time of year when farm equipment crashes often reach their highest number. There have already been 114 farm equipment crashes this year. In 2025 there were 179.
October and November are regularly among the highest ranked months for farm equipment crashes, according to the Michigan State Police.
Most of the harvest is still ahead of us. As of Sept. 27, just 1% of Michigan's corn and 10% of the state's soybeans had been harvested, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s crop progress report.
Police are reminding drivers and farmers to share the road, use caution and follow these safety tips:
• Slow down and be patient around farm machinery.
• Pass only when it is safe and legal, with enough visibility and room.
• Watch for wide turns. Equipment might move farther into the roadway to avoid roadside obstacles.
• Farmers should drive slowly and avoid high traffic roads when possible.
If you’ve been injured in a crash involving farm equipment, you may have questions about medical bills, missed work, and insurance. Learn about your legal options after a crash with the Michigan Legal Center guide to Michigan farm equipment crashes.

Michigan farm-equipment crash? No-fault insurance may pay eligible car occupants. A negligent operator or legally responsible owner may also owe damages.

09/29/2026

You don’t have to show your ID to a police officer in Michigan just because they ask.
But there are important exceptions, like when you’re driving, under arrest or being issued a citation.
In most cases, showing your ID is the fastest way to end the interaction. If you think you’re being treated unfairly, the best place to challenge it is the courtroom, not the roadside.
Whatever you do, don’t lie, give false information or insult the officer.
Our legal guide explains it in more detail.
https://michiganlegalcenter.com/blog/do-you-have-to-show-id-to-police-in-michigan/

07/11/2026

Behind every settlement is a person whose life was changed by a serious injury.

A woman suffered a minor traumatic brain injury after being knocked down by a pit bull. Her case resulted in a $2.8 million settlement.

If you or someone you love has been injured in a dog attack, understanding your legal options may be an important first step.