Michigan State’s History With Sexual Assault Cases
August 08, 2023 Sexual Abuse
Michigan State University has faced intense scrutiny in recent years due to the numerous sexual assault cases that have been reported on campus. With dozens of students coming forward to report assaults, many have questioned why the university has failed...
Grooming: Definition, Legal Implications and Seeking Help
April 04, 2023 Sexual Abuse
Grooming is a topic that has been gaining more attention in recent years, particularly with the rise of social media and online communication. It's a term that is often associated with child sexual abuse, but it can apply to anyone...
Settlement Reached in Sex Abuse Case Against Former U-M Doctor
October 10, 2022 Sexual Abuse
Earlier this year, 1,050 survivors of sexual abuse breathed a long-awaited sigh of relief when the University of Michigan reached a settlement in a sex abuse case against a former campus doctor. As per the verdict, $490 million will be...
Michigan Expands Public Access to Child Abuse Registry
May 05, 2022 Criminal Defense|Michigan Laws|Sexual Abuse
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed a new law to expand the public’s access to the state’s child abuse registry. Keep reading for more information. The Child Abuse Registry In Michigan, those convicted of child abuse are added to a...
Is Grooming a Crime?
February 02, 2022 Criminal Defense|Michigan Laws|Sexual Abuse
Grooming – the act of cultivating behavior to exploit a child. While the term has only recently entered the public lexicon, it has been an undercurrent of many criminal cases over the years. However, is grooming a crime? Grooming Defined...
