by Van Den Heuvel Law Office A single traffic conviction can have lasting impacts. If you have a traffic crime on your record, you may be eligible for expungement. Expunging a record means that the crime will not be publically visible, and you are not obligated to disclose it. Applying for employment, rent and other important […]

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by Van Den Heuvel Law Office White collar crime is a category of the law that focuses on financial-related transgressions made by corporate and government officials. While white collar crime is not violent, it is a gross assumption that it is a “victimless crime”. Quite the contrary, people who commit these crimes can destroy companies and financially devastate […]

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by Van Den Heuvel Law Office Driver’s license suspension can significantly complicate your life. If you don’t have a driver’s license, you may have trouble getting to work, caring for family members and handling other responsibilities. Michigan’s public transportation systems aren’t always efficient, and having a car is essential to so many day-to-day operations. So it’s […]

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by Van Den Heuvel Law Office Sexual harassment refers to acts of sexual misconduct. These actions may take the form of unwanted sexual advances, the pressure to give sexual favors or even sexual assault or rape. In Michigan, issues involving sexual misconduct are categorized as a criminal statute for criminal sexual misconduct. Instances of sexual harassment can […]

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by Van Den Heuvel Law Office If you were accused of violating a probation order, you will be given a court date to speak with the judge who determined your sentence or another judge who is in charge of the original judge’s docket. Probation violations are frequently taken seriously by the court for many reasons, such as to […]

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by Van Den Heuvel Law Office Gun and dangerous weapons charges are among the most serious crimes under Michigan law. Due to the potential for causing harm or death to others, law enforcement officers crack down on investigating these crimes. Plus, prosecuting attorneys are aggressive in pursuing the charges, and will take all legal action necessary […]

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by Van Den Heuvel Law Office Michigan takes accusations of violent crime very seriously, and those arrested and charged with violent criminal offenses run the risk of spending a significant amount of time behind bars if convicted. It is important that you know what to do if you or someone that you know is arrested and […]

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by Van Den Heuvel Law Office The criminal process can be incredibly confusing, especially if it is the first time that you or a loved one has been arrested and charged with a crime. Understanding how the criminal defense process works can take a lot of stress and ambiguity out of the situation, and hiring an […]

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by Justin Van Den Heuvel If you plan to tow a trailer, there are several things you should know. The best place to start is with what you plan to tow. Therefore, A-E below cover the most common towing situations in Michigan. A.  For a small utility trailer, basic safety is usually sufficient. You need to […]

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by Van Den Heuvel Law Office When you are facing any kind of allegations of domestic violence, it is critical to understand that domestic violence is a crime in Michigan, and that you could be facing criminal charges. It can be difficult to understand with clarity, however, whether you are facing a criminal offense of “domestic violence” […]

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