22 Key Legal Topics at Your Fingertips

When you need basic Michigan law and practical how-to advice for a wide range of subjects, this book can’t be beat. The set covers Michigan court procedure plus the core concepts in major practice areas. Whether you are a new lawyer who isn’t yet sure which areas you’ll practice in or an experienced lawyer who needs to answer questions outside your usual practice area, this book is a vital resource and will help you be able to:

• Ask the right questions in planning estates and draft the basic documents
• Follow a step-by-step guide to handling divorce cases
• Understand landlords' and tenants' rights and how to enforce them
• Handle a traffic offense, including a drunk driving case, from start to finish
• Manage common issues in major practice areas

Highlights of the latest update include:

• New court decisions covering medical malpractice, numerous family law issues, juvenile sentencing, worker's compensation, discovery sanctions, and more
• Michigan Court Rule amendments concerning contact information, appeals, videoconferencing technology, and more
• Several amendments to the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act and the Michigan Vehicle Code
• New information on consumer debt validation notices
• Updated 2023 minimum wage amounts and other employment law and worker's compensation developments
• Updated 2023 cost-of-living adjustments and eligibility limits for estate planners, as well as updated SCAO pleading requirements