The “Mama Bear Instinct” Blog

“Brandishing” a gun may sound like an old-fashioned term, but the act is still thoroughly modern. Ironically, the Michigan statute making brandishing a firearm a misdemeanor did not define what constitutes “brandishing” until recently. The good news is that since the law was amended in 2015, there has been more clarity as to whether openly […]

Domestic violence is still far too common and misunderstood in our society. Yet, it can be a difficult topic to discuss and even harder to spot. Women and men who are suffering from domestic violence will not likely come right out and admit it, either for fear of reprisal or because they themselves are not […]

In today’s world, more and more couples choose to become life partners in lieu of traditional marriage. Although unmarried couples lack some of the legal rights enjoyed by married couples, there are plenty of estate planning vehicles you can use to make up for that. Consider these estate planning tips to better manage your finances, […]

Proper estate planning requires a lot of foresight. Planning for your future (as well as your firearms) will be important to your loved ones. It can mean the difference between creating conflict and confusion or a peaceful time to mourn. Ensuring that you have these essential estate planning documents will help you and your loved […]

Flashing lights in the rearview mirror usually mean bad news for someone. If that someone is you because you are suspected of driving under the influence, here’s what you need to do if you’re arrested. Please keep in mind that these are suggestions on what to do, because only a practicing, trained lawyer can advise […]