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.

You will 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 Michigan Supreme Court cases discussing custody, experts in medical malpractice cases, the Sex Offenders Registration Act, the Fourth Amendment, and more
• Analysis of caselaw involving worker's compensation, premises liability, letters of authority, parenting time, and more
• Extensive discussion of Michigan's new Uniform Power of Attorney Act
• Updates reflecting the 2024 sweeping stylistic changes to the Michigan Rules of Evidence
• Updated information pertaining to traffic offenses including sobriety/specialty courts and the Intoxilyzer 9000 evidential breath test
• Enhanced discussion on contracts under the Uniform Commercial Code