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 and will help you 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:

• Coverage of new Michigan cases addressing civil and constitutional rights, custody, arbitration, evidence, premises liability, and more
• Michigan Court Rule amendments concerning case evaluation, withdrawals of pleas, appellate briefs, and more
• Discussion of new administrative rules governing worker's compensation proceedings
• New statutes, including the Corporate Transparency Act
• Updated 2022 minimum wage amounts
• Updated 2022 cost-of-living adjustments and eligibility limits for estate planners