When your spouse or partner accuses you of domestic violence you feel devastated. Besides the stigma of being known as an abuser, being charged with domestic assault can separate you from your children, force you to leave your home, and cost you your job. It...
Social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter are common forums for communication in Michigan. However, when a person believes a post is not so friendly, they may accuse the person who made the post of cyberbullying -- a crime in Michigan that could lead to jail...
Should some businesses be forced to shut down while others are allowed to remain open? Should individuals be able to make informed decisions about what businesses they want to patronize or should the State of Michigan dictate that for them? Should the state have a...
Domestic violence has deep roots for some people in Michigan that go well beyond a simple heated argument between intimate partners. According to an article published in Psychiatric Times, several risk factors have been identified that correlate with persons accused...
Domestic violence is not limited to hitting, shoving or other physical acts. In Michigan, it is possible to be charged with domestic violence even if you never touched the alleged victim. Who can be the victim of domestic violence? Per Michigan law, domestic violence...
With a week left in Michigan's Regular Firearm deer season, it is important to remember that with the change in the calendar comes a change in what you can legally hunt. With renewed challenges involving COVID-19 and seemingly new restrictions on gatherings and even...
What are Michigan’s penalties for hunting without a license? All experienced hunters know that preparation is the key to a successful hunt. As you prepare for your next outing, which for the Law Office of John Freeman, PLLC will be this Sunday, November 15, 2020 - the...
To claim that cutting-edge technology changed the world would be an understatement. Electronic devices that allowed people to reach out to others worldwide, combined with social media, have connected old and new friends in ways no one could have imagined 20 to 30...
In Michigan, when there are allegations that a person has committed cruelty to animals, there is often a reaction of shock and anger across the spectrum. Even though these crimes are negatively perceived by society and can result in various penalties if there is a...
There are many people in Michigan who enjoy the outdoors and like to hunt. This is a fundamental activity in the state and is perfectly legal provided the hunter adheres to the statewide requirements. Unfortunately, there are certain behaviors that can lead to a...