Leona Helmsley, who was the heir to the Helmsley Hotel fortune and often referred to as the “Queen of Mean,” died in 2007. She reportedly had a net worth of $8 billion. In her will she created what is probably … more

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