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Is it STILL a Crime to Violate the Governor’s Executive Orders?

On March 23, 2020 Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed into effect Executive Order No. 2020-21 – Michigan’s first stay-at-home order. The same day, I wrote an article explaining that it was a crime to violate that order. Since that time, Governor Whitmer has issued 171 additional Executive Orders.…

By Daniel Barnett

/ 4 Oct 2020

Is it STILL a Crime to Violate the Governor’s Executive Orders?

Halloween Safety Tips

This year, Halloween is going to look a little different. Normally a holiday that sees parades of children roaming neighborhoods and knocking on doors, not to mention large house parties, October 31,2020, will be much lower key. In fact, many activities and gatherings are likely…

By Nolan Erickson

/ 1 Oct 2020

It Only Takes a Second: Anchor Furniture and Televisions to Avoid Tragedy

Every parent, guardian, or caregiver of small children knows that it is impossible to follow around a busy toddler every moment of the day. A moment’s distraction, even for something benign like preparing a snack, is enough time for a young person to get into…

By Nolan Erickson

/ 24 Sep 2020

It Only Takes a Second: Anchor Furniture and Televisions to Avoid Tragedy

Arrest of Cheer Star Jerry Harris Brings Spotlight to Cheerleading and Other Youth Sports…Again

Earlier this week, popular and charismatic “Cheer” star Jerry Harris was arrested on charges of producing child pornography. According to prosecutors, Harris solicited sexually graphic photos and videos from a 13-year-old boy, among other allegations of having sex with people he knew to be minors.

By Nolan Erickson

/ 19 Sep 2020

Arrest of Cheer Star Jerry Harris Brings Spotlight to Cheerleading and Other Youth Sports…Again

Former Clarenceville High School Teacher Jason Debant Accused of Sexual Abuse

Sexual assault attorney Mick Grewal discusses sexual abuse allegations against former Clarenceville High School teacher Jason Debant, who is currently employed by North Farmington High School. Recently, social media has been filled with stories of middle and high school teachers and coaches sexually

By Mick S. Grewal Sr

/ 9 Sep 2020

Former Clarenceville High School Teacher Jason Debant Accused of Sexual Abuse

Answers Sought for Teen’s Suicide Just Hours After Psychiatric Hospital Discharge

Suicide is a significant public health problem in the United States, with over 47,000 people dying from suicide in 2017 alone. Since 2007, youth and young adult suicide rates have been steadily increasing in both Michigan and the United States. On March 19, 2020, the…

By Leon M. Walsh, Jr.

/ 26 Aug 2020

Answers Sought for Teen’s Suicide Just Hours After Psychiatric Hospital Discharge

State of Michigan Settles Flint Water Crisis Lawsuits for $600 Million

A years-long legal battle has finally come to a resolution as sources report the Flint Water Crisis class-action lawsuits have been settled with the State of Michigan, with the price tag of $600 million, one of the largest in the state’s history. The settlement comes…

By Kelly McClintock

/ 20 Aug 2020

State of Michigan Settles Flint Water Crisis Lawsuits for $600 Million

Two New Treatments for Newborn Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy are Underway

Currently, hypothermia (brain cooling) therapy is the only accepted HIE treatment, but recently, 2 new treatments have shown promise in protecting a baby’s brain after an oxygen-depriving insult. Sometimes, during or near the time of labor and delivery, events may occur that cause the baby…

By Scott Weidenfeller

/ 31 Jul 2020

Two New Treatments for Newborn Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy are Underway

Legitimate Cases of Human Trafficking Aplenty; Wayfair Not One of Them

Social media has recently been fueling rumors that furniture and home-good e-retailer, Wayfair, traffics missing children. Grewal Law Human Trafficking Division takes allegations such as these extremely seriously – when and if they are legitimate. It’s important readers and social media users know t

By Kelly McClintock

/ 29 Jul 2020

Legitimate Cases of Human Trafficking Aplenty; Wayfair Not One of Them

Billions of Dollars Paid out in Volkswagen Dieselgate Compensation

In 2015, the automotive industry was stunned by one of the most brazen acts of consumer fraud in recent history. Volkswagen and its affiliated companies had been exposed as lying about its “Clean Diesel” technology, going so far as to install special equipment to cheat…

By Nolan Erickson

/ 28 Jul 2020

Billions of Dollars Paid out in Volkswagen Dieselgate Compensation

Hand Sanitizer Crucial in Pandemic, but Use Caution

While soap and water are best, germ-killing alcohol-based hand sanitizer has been an important tool in trying to slow the spread of COVID-19. In general, hand sanitizer is a valuable stop-gap when conventional hand washing is not available or practical, but it does have its…

By Nolan Erickson

/ 13 Jul 2020

Hand Sanitizer Crucial in Pandemic, but Use Caution

University of Michigan’s Dr. Robert Anderson Abuse Cases Set to Begin Mediation in September.

Survivors are still coming forward and initiating civil lawsuits against U of M for its role in allowing their physician and sports team doctor, Robert Anderson, to sexually abuse people for decades. Formal mediation for survivors of Robert Anderson’s sexual abuse will begin in September. …

By Mick S. Grewal Sr

/ 24 Jun 2020

University of Michigan’s Dr. Robert Anderson Abuse Cases Set to Begin Mediation in September.