When Child Abuse Pediatricians Get It Wrong: What Michigan Families Need to Know Welcome back, and thanks for joining us again. We’re continuing our discussion about Child Abuse Pediatricians (CAPs), and the devastating consequences when these specialists misdiagnose accidental injuries or medical conditions as abuse. As we discussed in the previous article, the story of…
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You Can Be Charged With Child Abuse in Michigan—Even If You Didn’t Commit It Most people know that abusing a child is illegal in Michigan. But what some don’t realize is that you can face criminal charges for child abuse even if you didn’t personally harm a child. The real issue is knowledge: If you…
Tragedy and Legal Aftermath: The Eastpointe House Fire Case Revisited Some cases leave a lasting mark because of how much pain they involve—on all sides. The 2018 Eastpointe house fire that killed three young children is one such story. In the years since, the criminal charges, court hearings, and the final outcome have highlighted both…
When Parenting Pushes You to the Edge: Understanding the Realities Behind Some Child Abuse Cases Parenting is never easy. Even in the best of circumstances—with a supportive partner, stable income, and well-adjusted kids—raising children comes with daily stress and tough decisions. But when your child has severe behavioral issues, developmental delays, or complex medical conditions,…
The Hidden Risks of Holiday Gatherings: Protecting Your Kids and Yourself The holidays are supposed to be about joy, gift-giving, and time with loved ones. At least, that’s what the Hallmark movies would have you believe. But for many families, the holiday season is more stressful than magical. Between the financial pressure of gift shopping,…
How to Protect Your Kids (and Yourself) This Holiday Season Hi there, and thanks for joining us again. We know this isn’t the kind of topic most parents want to think about—especially around the holidays. Parenting is already hard enough without adding scary possibilities to your mental load. But the truth is, keeping our kids…
The “Freezer Mom” Case: A Shocking Story With a Remarkable Outcome for Two Surviving Children If you’ve followed our blog—or the news over the past few years—you’ve likely heard of “Freezer Mom,” the nickname given to Mitchell Blair, the Detroit woman convicted of killing two of her four children and storing their bodies in a…
Mother of Disabled Michigan Teen Sentenced in Tragic Neglect Case If you follow our blog, you may already be familiar with the heartbreaking case of 16-year-old Hannah Warner, a physically and mentally disabled teenager who died as a result of long-term neglect. Hannah suffered from chromosome translocation, a genetic condition that left her bedridden, requiring…
When Bullying Becomes Abuse: What Michigan Parents Need to Know Bullying is a form of abuse—whether it’s committed by an adult or another child. And when your child is the victim, it doesn’t matter who the perpetrator is. As parents, all you want is for it to stop immediately. At The Kronzek Firm, we understand…
Prosecutors in “Bubble Wrap” Case Stretched Facts to Justify Sexual Abuse Charge Against Michigan Priest A bizarre and highly publicized case involving a Catholic priest in Otsego, Michigan, drew renewed scrutiny amid the state’s broader investigation into clergy misconduct. Father Brian Stanley was accused of restraining a teenage boy by wrapping him in bubble wrap,…