The Dailey Law Firm, P.C. has established a new bankruptcy practice and, along with it, the “Debt Dec Action,” the newest innovation in the field of debt collection law. The prevalence of credit problems and debt issues has led to a great number of people needing legal assistance to avoid bankruptcy and calls from debt collectors. Listen to this podcast of The Law Show to learn about how you can get your credit record clean and avoid the threat of bankruptcy.

Al fell asleep at the wheel, ended up in a car accident, endured a field sobriety test, and was ultimately charged with careless driving. This charge carries three points on your driving record, and guarantees higher insurance rates. The Law Show advises Al about retaining a traffic attorney to minimize the impact to his driving record. Remember, there is no cost for an initial consultation with the Dailey Law Firm, P.C.

Get a full run-down of what needs to be done when pursuing an expungement. From how to pull your criminal record with the help of the State Police to determining elibility, expungement is a process that has very specific parameters attached to it. The Law Show also explains what needs to be done to actually file the application and how to finally get that unwanted criminal offense erased permanently.

When it comes to determining the fate of jointly owned property in a divorce, there are a few options for both parties. This caller is trying to find out what her daughter can do to keep her current home and what Michigan divorce laws her soon-to-be ex may be required to comply with. The Law Show provides plenty of food for thought about the various scenarios that could occur – both good and bad.

When charged with possession of a controlled substance, this caller to The Law Show pled guilty and lost his license for six months. Unfortunately, he drives for a living and is now encountering roadblock after roadblock when applying for employment. Take a listen to get an understanding of the different ways a criminal offense can affect your criminal record and your driving record… and if expungement is even a possibility.

The sentencing guidelines in the state of Michigan fall under two categories: prior record variables (PRV) and offense variables (OV). Though the final penalty can vary depending on the Michigan county in which you reside, most courts aim to sentence within the guidelines to give a sense of coherence, fairness, and consistency to the law. Listen in to get a better understanding of the elements that are taken into consideration when using the point system and grid that calculates a sentence.

This caller to The Law Show recently split from his fiancé and is seeking advice about custody and child support. In the state of Michigan, child support is calculated based on the income of each parent and the number of overnight visits each parent has with the child. Find out what The Law Show advises about filing for custody and confirming paternity and who, in this situation, may actually be on the receiving end of the child support.

What is the criminal process? What’s the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony? Get the definitions and details about these facets of the criminal process from The Law Show; learn about punishment, procedural process, court appearances, preliminary examinations, expungement, your permanent record, and more.