Category: Criminal Defense

June 27, 2025 Abuse and Neglect Attorney

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…

June 16, 2025 Abuse and Neglect Attorney

From Jail to the Courtroom: The Tragic Struggles of a Mother Battling Addiction This story is not an easy one to read. It’s about a young Michigan mother who managed to overturn a tough jail sentence—a rare feat—only to find herself back in court just months later. Like so many heartbreaking stories in family court,…

June 2, 2025 Abuse and Neglect Attorney

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…

June 1, 2025 Abuse and Neglect Attorney

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…

May 30, 2025 Abuse and Neglect Attorney

John Geddert: Another Michigan Gymnastics Coach Under Scrutiny Everyone has heard of Larry Nassar. His name is now synonymous with one of the most devastating scandals in the history of U.S. athletics. So we’re not going to rehash those details here. If you need a refresher, there are plenty of reliable sources that can fill…

May 26, 2025 Abuse and Neglect Attorney

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,…

May 21, 2025 Abuse and Neglect Attorney

  Competency Exam Denied in 2014 Saginaw Child Abuse and Murder Case In a 2014 Saginaw County case, a man accused of child abuse and murder was denied a mental competency evaluation, despite his attorney’s claims that he may not have understood the charges or been capable of assisting in his defense. The defendant, Aki…

May 20, 2025 Abuse and Neglect Attorney

Accused of Child Abuse in Your Profession? Your Job—and Your Future—Are on the Line Being accused of child abuse or neglect is one of the most stressful and traumatic events a person can experience. These allegations often come with CPS investigations, police interrogations, home visits, and even child removals. But for professionals who work with…

May 19, 2025 Abuse and Neglect Attorney

The fallout from the Larry Nassar scandal has been one of the most devastating and far-reaching in modern American sports history. From the sheer number of victims to the staggering impact on institutions like Michigan State University, the case has prompted sweeping legal, cultural, and systemic changes. Now, yet another chapter has been added. Former…

May 14, 2025 Abuse and Neglect Attorney

Nationwide Reforms Protect Young Athletes in Wake of Nassar Case — But False Allegations Are on the Rise January 2021 marked the beginning of a major shift in how the United States addresses athlete safety, accountability, and institutional abuse—sparked by the staggering revelations of sexual misconduct committed by former USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar. His…