Yes. In Michigan, spitting on another person can cross the line from rude behavior into a criminal case. If the act is intentional and unwanted, Michigan law can treat it as [assault and battery]() because battery includes offensive touching, not…
If you are facing assault and battery charges in Michigan, the most important thing to know is that the label on the complaint does not tell you the whole story. Ben Hall Law, a criminal defense firm in East Lansing,…
If you were arrested for OWI in Jackson, the next few days matter. Your license, your record, your job, and the way the court sees your case can all be affected early, often before you have had a real chance…
Published: September 16, 2026 By: Ben Hall | Attorney and Owner of Ben Hall Law | Marine Corps and Iraq War Veteran | Former Police Officer | Former Prosecutor A domestic violence arrest in [Haslett]() can change your situation in…
If you are asking whether Michigan is a stand your ground state, the short answer is yes, but only in specific legal circumstances. Ben Hall Law is an East Lansing criminal defense and personal injury firm, and this question comes…
If you were arrested in DeWitt, contacted by police, or told to appear in court in Clinton County, you need more than a generic defense lawyer. Ben Hall Law represents people facing criminal charges that can affect their freedom, record,…
After a car accident in Livingston County, the legal problem is not just the crash itself. It is the insurance calls, the medical records, the missed work, and the confusion over what Michigan no-fault actually pays. Ben Hall Law helps…
If you are asking whether charges disappear because the victim does not show up to court, the short answer in Michigan is no. At Ben Hall Law, this is one of the most common points of confusion we hear from…
Published: September 10, 2026 By: Ben Hall | Attorney and Owner of Ben Hall Law | Marine Corps and Iraq War Veteran | Former Police Officer | Former Prosecutor If you are asking whether a victim can drop assault charges…
Published: September 9, 2026 By: Ben Hall | Attorney and Owner of Ben Hall Law | Marine Corps and Iraq War Veteran | Former Police Officer | Former Prosecutor After a crash in East Lansing, you do not need a…