Michigan Questions & Answers by Practice Area


Michigan Questions & Answers

Q: My employer is keeping my pay for a weaker bill. dose he have that right?

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law for Michigan on
Answered on Mar 21, 2016

What is a weaker bill?
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Q: Hi : I have applied form I-130 for my father and i am A US citizen but I was checking the statue and it says this

2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Michigan on
Answered on Mar 14, 2016

It means they have received the application you sent them. You need to go to the USCIS site to check the processing times. You can also have an attorney help you with this process. Many immigration attorneys including me offer free consultations, make use of the consultations.

All the best.

-Shan Potts

Like our facebook page for regular immigration and visa updates - www.facebook.com/pottsmartinez

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Q: Hi : I have applied form I-130 for my father and i am A US citizen but I was checking the statue and it says this

2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Michigan on
Answered on Mar 14, 2016

It means they have received the application you sent them. You need to go to the USCIS site to check the processing times. You can also have an attorney help you with this process. Many immigration attorneys including me offer free consultations, make use of the consultations.

All the best.

-Shan Potts

Like our facebook page for regular immigration and visa updates - www.facebook.com/pottsmartinez

15 years of successful immigration law experience. The answer...
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Q: My employer requires me to take a 30 minute lunch break after working 6 hours. Some days they don't give me that break

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law for Michigan on
Answered on Mar 3, 2016

You might consider reporting them to your state's department of labor. After that, you can guarantee you will be a whistle blower, making it stupid for them to fire you or do anything similar.
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Q: for a copyright loophole, could i just say "i do not like this song" and then it would be considered criticism?

1 Answer | Asked in Copyright for Michigan on
Answered on Feb 29, 2016

Most likely not. Your contribution needs to be transformative, or truly criticism (and you could not just post a video of someone else's song and then at the end say you don't like it, as you did not need to post any of the song to tell people that).
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Q: My daughter will be turning 18 by the end of the year. Can child support be modified after 18? She'll be living with me

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Michigan on
Answered on Feb 23, 2016

If she still has not graduated from high school, he will still have to pay child support. If she lives with you 100% of the time, you will be entitled to more child support.
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Q: Domestic Violence an child abuse as retaliation to a child custody case.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Family Law for Michigan on
Answered on Feb 23, 2016

You need an experienced criminal defense attorney now. The prosecutors determined there is enough for a warrant. An attorney will be able to discuss the details of the case and sequence of events with the prosecutor, and attempt to get the case dismissed.
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Q: Who do i notify im moving to michigan frm indiana if ive got joint but not physical custody? Do i need courts ok

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Michigan on
Answered on Feb 23, 2016

Which ever court holds your current custody order will have to approve any move out of state.
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Q: I need land transferred from my deceased father into my name. I am his only child.

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning, Family Law and Real Estate Law for Michigan on
Answered on Feb 23, 2016

You will most likely have to open an estate, become the personal representative for the estate, then execute documents to transfer ownership of the land. You should consult with an experienced probate attorney in your area to discuss all the options in detail.
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Q: What to do if I have warrants but don't want to face any jail time because I am pregnant?

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Michigan on
Answered on Feb 23, 2016

You need to contact an experienced criminal defense attorney in your area. They can review your case with you, contact the court and the prosecutor to determine the charges and the warrants. They can also coordinate a time for you to turn yourself in and be arraigned (if this is coordinated, you will spend less time in jail).
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Q: Mom has a green card and has been in US for 3 and half years, she will be applying for Citizenship in a year and half.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Michigan on
Answered on Feb 21, 2016

There are questions and answers similar to the mentioned situation on our website at http://aba-us.com/other-services/?lang=en. You can take a look for general information. Good luck.
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Q: Apply for citizenship on the basis of being a legal resident for over 5yrs do I still need to send my marriage license?

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Michigan on
Answered on Feb 17, 2016

How did you get your green card? If you got your green card through marriage you need to submit the license. If you are not familiar with the process, I highly recommend having an immigration attorney help you with this process. Many immigration attorneys including me offer free consultations, make use of the consultations. All the best.

-Shan Potts

Like our facebook page for regular immigration and visa updates - www.facebook.com/pottsmartinez

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Q: I work as a independent contractor for a county. They will not pay me if I bill 90 days after the work. Is this legal?

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Michigan on
Answered on Feb 16, 2016

A strong letter from a lawyer might help.

Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the relevant facts and documents. I strongly encourage you to consult with a local lawyer to get legal advice and help with your specific...
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Q: Can a contract for services rendered exclusively in Michigan state that disputes will be handled in Texas?

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Michigan on
Answered on Feb 6, 2016

This type of provision appears sometimes in contracts. It may not may not be enforceable, depending on factors. A local business lawyer can advise.

Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the relevant facts and documents. I...
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Q: Auto insurer told me I was covered. Crashed. Told I wasn't covered retroactively. Any legal precedent I can cite?

1 Answer | Asked in Insurance Bad Faith for Michigan on
Answered on Feb 6, 2016

You might have a case. Talk to a local bad faith or injury lawyer.

Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the relevant facts and documents. I strongly encourage you to consult with a local lawyer to get legal advice and help...
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Q: My wife's sister in AK bought a gun committed suicide questions about background check she had medical condition

1 Answer | Asked in Wrongful Death for Michigan on
Answered on Feb 4, 2016

A local injury lawyer can investigate and advise.

Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the relevant facts and documents. I strongly encourage you to consult with a local lawyer to get legal advice and help with your...
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Q: My nephew joined the marines and currently serving. Can he petition for my sister and his dad under the "parole in place

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Michigan on
Answered on Jan 21, 2016

I filed a parole in place and got it approved. The USC husband was in the military and the wife entered the U.S. unlawfully. The parole in place only deals with the unlawful entry, NOT any unlawful presence that would have accrued. You need to speak with an attorney who has gotten PIP approvals. I could handle this matter if the parties qualify.
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Q: Can a man who has given his daughter his power of attorney and she has him in a assisted living institution get out ?

1 Answer | Asked in Elder Law and Family Law for Michigan on
Answered on Jan 15, 2016

Not clear what you're asking. A local elder law lawyer can review and advise.

Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the relevant facts and documents. I strongly encourage you to consult with a local lawyer to get legal...
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Q: What should I DO?

1 Answer | Asked in Elder Law for Michigan on
Answered on Jan 15, 2016

Sounds potentially serious. Talk to a local elder law lawyer about the details.

Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the relevant facts and documents. I strongly encourage you to consult with a local lawyer to get legal...
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Q: Is it possible to get a case re-opened from 1979? Deemed a accident but it was murder.Happened at a cement plant..

1 Answer | Asked in Wrongful Death and Criminal Law for Michigan on
Answered on Jan 13, 2016

I believe criminal murder cases can be reopened. Might be too later to bring a civil claim, but check with a local criminal defense and/or injury lawyer.

Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the relevant facts and...
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