Oxford Administrator Responsibility
As the events of November 30th continue to be further analyzed there have been multiple concerns raised regarding the responsibility of the Oxford High School administration in allowing Ethan Crumbley to stay in school despite many warning signs that he was a danger. Juvenile attorney Mike Kelly was asked to [...]
Oxford School Shooting
School Shooting - Does the Oxford High Administration Bear Some Responsibility?The tragic events that unfolded during the afternoon of November 30th at Oxford High School in north Oakland County has left many unanswered questions for parents throughout the county and the state. Of particular interest is who actually bears responsibility [...]
DUI on Private Property
DUI on Private Property There is a common misconception amongst the public that individuals cannot be charged with drunk driving if they are operating a vehicle on private property. This misunderstanding has unfortunately led to the arrest and conviction of many individuals who thought they were legally in the [...]
DUI Lawyer Mike Kelly on OUID Charges (ICLE Interview)
Drugged Driving Update with Mike Kelly (ICLE Interview) With Michigan’s legalization of the medical use of marijuana in 2008 and its recreational use in 2018, the number of instances of drugged driving has been on the rise. This presents a unique situation, as prior to its legalization any level of [...]
Pandemic Impact on Children’s Mental Health
To say that the past year and a half has been challenging for kids, parents and teachers is a bit of an understatement. These trying times created by the seemingly never ending pandemic and public health crisis have altered the way we live, as well as the way in which [...]
When You Shouldn’t Call The Police
When You Shouldn’t Call The Police Unfortunately there are times when things in a civilized society become uncivilized. When it happens within your own home, and the parties involved are all related, it makes the situation even more disturbing and difficult to handle. These situations are usually classified as [...]
Michigan Child Custody Forms
Custody forms are an integral part of the Michigan family court process. These forms are used to formally document custody and parenting time decisions, orders and changes. Due to the often complex nature of child custody and parenting time disputes, these forms are required in order to ensure everything is [...]
Child Custody in Michigan
Child custody refers to how Michigan Courts determine who cares for a child when parents split after a divorce; or, when unmarried couples do not share the same residence. Michigan Law prefers the child sees both parents as this is usually in the best interest of the developing person. Custody [...]
Back to School COVID Vaccinations
The K-12 schooling situation since early 2020 in Michigan has been tumultuous to say the least. Between lockdowns, forced remote learning and concerns over social distancing and reducing the spread of COVID, it has been far from normal. Now, with the upcoming 2021-2022 school year, there is a concerted effort [...]
COVID Divorce
Predicted COVID Divorce Spike The past year and a half has been tumultuous to say the least. Many lives have been turned upside down socially, financially or both. Isolation and restricted movement through stay-at-home orders have caused significant changes in our society and how we function in our everyday lives, [...]
Felony Drug Possession
Felony Drug Possession Cases Being charged with felony drug possession is a stressful and serious matter that can have a lasting impact on a person's life. While it may seem hopeless for those facing these charges, there are ways in which these charges can be avoided or reduced in severity. [...]
Best Interest of the Child
Child Custody – Best Interest of the Child Michigan uses a specific legal standard for determining child custody in most cases. This legal standard is known as “Best Interest of the Child.” As the name suggests, this means custody is awarded to the parent or guardian whom the court determines [...]