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Practical guides and information about Michigan law from the attorneys at Baldori Law.
Car Accidents & No-Fault
Jul 20, 20265 min read
Hit by a Drunk Driver in Michigan? The Criminal Case Won’t Pay Your Bills
The prosecutor represents the State of Michigan — not you. How the civil claim after a drunk driving crash works, why OWI evidence changes the case, and the steps that matter most in the first week.
Jul 19, 20266 min read
“But the CT Scan Was Normal”: Traumatic Brain Injuries After Michigan Car Accidents
A normal CT scan doesn’t rule out a brain injury. The symptoms crash victims and their families should watch for, how to document them, and how Michigan law treats an injury nobody can see.
Jul 17, 20262 min read
Why Early Legal Representation Matters After a Michigan Injury
Evidence fades, witnesses forget, and insurers start work immediately. Why the first weeks after a Michigan injury shape the strength of your claim — and how early counsel protects it.
Jul 6, 20267 min read
Michigan Traffic Crash Statistics: County by County
Official Michigan traffic crash, death, and injury figures — statewide trends and a sortable county-by-county table — compiled from Michigan State Police and Michigan Traffic Crash Facts publications and refreshed on the state's own cycle.
Jun 10, 20268 min read
Michigan PIP Benefits: What No-Fault Insurance Covers
A plain-English guide to Michigan Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits: what your no-fault insurance pays for, the coverage levels you can choose, and the strict deadlines for claiming benefits.
Mar 24, 20268 min read
What to Do After a Car Accident in Michigan
A step-by-step guide to the actions you should take immediately after a car accident in Michigan, from ensuring safety at the scene to filing your PIP claim and protecting your legal rights.
Mar 24, 20269 min read
Third-Party Claims Against At-Fault Drivers in Michigan
A guide to third-party auto accident claims in Michigan, including the serious impairment threshold, what damages you can recover, comparative fault rules, and how these claims differ from PIP benefits.
Injuries & Premises Liability
Mar 24, 20267 min read
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Michigan
An explanation of who has standing to file a wrongful death lawsuit in Michigan, including the personal representative's role, available damages, and the filing deadline under MCL 600.2922.
Mar 24, 20268 min read
Michigan Snow and Ice Slip and Fall Claims
A guide to pursuing a slip and fall claim after a winter injury in Michigan, including property owner duties after the 2023 Kandil-Elsayed decision, comparative fault, and the evidence these cases turn on.
Mar 24, 20267 min read
Michigan Dog Bite Statute of Limitations
An overview of the Michigan dog bite statute of limitations, including the general three-year filing deadline, strict liability under MCL 287.351, and exceptions for minors and government claims.
Criminal Defense
Jul 18, 20263 min read
Why Every Piece of Evidence Matters in a Michigan Criminal Case
The police report is only the starting point. How a careful review of witness statements, video, forensics, and lab reports shapes the decision to negotiate or go to trial in a Michigan criminal case.
Jul 7, 20263 min read
Understanding Plea Negotiations in Michigan Criminal Cases
Most Michigan criminal cases are resolved by plea, not trial. A plain look at how plea negotiations work — and why the collateral consequences of a conviction make experienced counsel matter.
Jul 7, 20263 min read
The Right Criminal Defense Lawyer Looks Beyond the Courtroom
Criminal defense is about far more than court appearances. A look at how thorough preparation, mitigation, evidence review, and negotiation shape the defense of a Michigan criminal case.
Driver's License Restoration
Jul 13, 20264 min read
Michigan's Road to Restoration Clinics: What They Can — and Can't — Do
Michigan's free Road to Restoration clinics pair drivers with state staff and volunteer attorneys to review a driving record and map the steps back to a valid license. A plain-language guide to what a clinic does, the 2026 stops, and where a clinic stops and a hearing begins.
Jun 22, 20262 min read
Michigan Driver's License Restoration: Why Preparation Matters
Losing your license affects nearly every part of daily life. A Michigan attorney on why thorough preparation — consistent evaluations, support letters, and testimony — makes the difference in a driver's license restoration case.
Land Use & Data Centers
Jun 11, 20265 min read
Vevay Township Declines Mason Data Center 425 Agreement
What happened at the June 10 Vevay Township board meeting, how Public Act 425 conditional land-transfer agreements work, and what the unanimous vote means for the proposed Mason data center and nearby residents.
Jun 10, 20266 min read
Michigan Data Center Project Tracker
A maintained tracker of hyperscale data center projects and local regulatory responses across Michigan — moratoria, zoning reviews, and approvals, with sources for every entry.
Apr 16, 20268 min read
Data Center Zoning: What Michigan Communities Need to Know
What Michigan communities need to know about hyperscale data center zoning, including environmental impacts, referendum rights, tax incentives, and how to advocate for stronger local protections.
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