Beier Howlett successfully defended two civil rights actions against the City of Birmingham. Both suits were brought under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, which provides a civil action for damages against a municipality for deprivation of civil rights. The first, Darakjian … more

Great News! Clients, non-lawyers, witnesses, and jurors may bring cell phones into the courtroom. Beier Howlett’s clients and witnesses should be thrilled to learn that they may carry cell phones and other electronic devices in Michigan courtrooms starting May 1, … more

Scammers Exist Because They are Successful. Educate Yourself So you Do Not Fall For Their Scare Tactics! In January the IRS issued its annual “Dirty Dozen” tax scams for 2015. Tops on the list is aggressive and threatening telephone calls … more

Now that the auto industry is roaring, special tool builders and mold builders should not rest on blind confidence that they will get paid for their materials and services. Michigan law provides added security to both special tool builders and … more