This may seem like a question with an obvious answer – yes! You certainly can’t take your kids to prison with you, so in that sense, yes, you do lose your children. But there’s a difference between losing your kids in a temporary and physical sense, and actually losing your rights to be the parent…
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Safe Delivery in Michigan: What You Need to Know About Surrendering a Newborn in 2025 It has now been over 20 years since Michigan enacted its Safe Delivery of Newborns Law—commonly known as the Safe Haven law. This law allows a parent to legally and safely surrender an infant, no more than 72 hours old,…
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…
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…
What Happens to Foster Kids When They Age Out? A System That Leaves Too Many Behind There’s long been a public sentiment that children in foster care often get a raw deal. They lose their families, are shuffled from one unfamiliar home to another, and often lack basic stability or security. While foster care is…
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…
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…
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…
New Michigan Law Demands Greater Transparency From the Office of Children’s Ombudsman In a move to improve oversight of Michigan’s child welfare system, recently enacted legislation now requires the Office of Children’s Ombudsman (OCO) to release redacted reports following investigations into allegations of child abuse or neglect. These reforms aim to bring long-overdue transparency and…
When parents hear the term Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI)—commonly known as brittle bone disease—they’re often struck by the severity of the name. And rightly so. OI is a rare genetic disorder that affects the body’s ability to produce strong bones, making individuals more prone to fractures and other complications. While OI affects approximately 1 in 10,000…