Buying versus leasing is an age-old debate encompassing decisions from finding a place to live to what to drive. But for some, that debate may run deeper, as a personal aircraft comes into consideration. Whether you want to buy a Cessna to teach one of your kids to...
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Who should you name as executor of your estate?
If you know who you would like to handle your estate, you will need to appoint them as a personal representative, or, executor. In the state of Michigan, you have a relative degree of freedom to elect any adult for this position. However, your beneficiaries and a...
Roughly 38 percent of teens text and drive, a new study reports
Thousands of people in the United States are killed every year because of distracted driving, and one of the most common distractions on the road is cell phones. In Michigan, it is illegal to text and drive. The first offense costs motorists $100, with additional...
Experiencing discrimination? Bring a claim against your employer
Perhaps you feel your employer terminated you due to your age. Perhaps another employee harassed you or made offensive comments regarding your religion or dress. Maybe your employer even denied you a promotion due to your marital status or disability. In Michigan and...
Aviation Law Committee 2016-2017 Press Release
The President-elect of the Florida Bar reappointed member, Mark Kelley Schwartz, to the Aviation Law Committee of The Florida Bar for the 2106-2017 term. Mark is recognized as a Board Certified Specialist in Aviation Law by The Florida...
A Snowbird’s Dilemma: Can a Married Couple Claim both a Michigan and Florida Principal Residence (Homestead) Exemption?
Many Michiganders seek to retreat from harsh winters by flying South to their second homes in Florida. However, owning two homes can also lead to expensive property tax bills. We are often asked whether it is possible to reduce property taxes by claiming a principal...