Elder Abuse Protections Move

Elder Abuse Protections Move

The Senate passed legislation aimed at enhancing protections for vulnerable adults and addressing growing concerns of elder abuse and exploitation. According to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, more than 73,000 older adults in Michigan are victims of elder...
Governor Announces Judicial Appointment

Governor Announces Judicial Appointment

Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the appointment of Anthony McDowell to the 7th Circuit Court in Genesee County. The appointment fills a partial term following the resignation of Judge John A. Gadola. The term will commence on October 14, 2024, and expires on...
Supreme Court Kicking Off New Term

Supreme Court Kicking Off New Term

The Michigan Supreme Court is set to begin the 2024 – 2025 session by hearing oral arguments in eleven cases next week. Key Points: The Court will hear arguments on October 9 and 10, beginning at 9:30 a.m. on both days. Continuing a longtime tradition, the first case...
Expungement Streamline Proposal Announced

Expungement Streamline Proposal Announced

A bipartisan plan to reform issues within Michigan’s Clean Slate expungement process was announced. The Clean Slate legislation was signed into law in 2020 and expanded expungement eligibility. Under that law, a person must not have an additional conviction in the...
Expungement Streamline Proposal Announced

Supreme Court Candidates Selected

Last weekend, the Michigan Democratic and Republican Parties held conventions to select their candidates for the Michigan Supreme Court. Two seats on the bench are up for election this November. Justice of the Supreme Court, full 8-year term: The Democratic Party...