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The Law Office of Matthew S. Erard

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LAW FOR THE PEOPLE

The Law Office of Matthew S. Erard is a Detroit, Michigan based law practice specializing in constitutional and civil rights, criminal defense, workers' rights, eviction defense, and civil litigation.

Areas of Practice

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CONSTITUTIONAL/CIVIL RIGHTS

  • First Amendment Violations

  • Due Process Violations

  • Police Brutality/Misconduct

  • False Arrest/Imprisonment

  • Unlawful Searches/Seizures

  • Ballot Access and Election Law

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CRIMINAL & CIVIL DEFENSE

  • Felony and Misdemeanor Charges

  • Probation Violations

  • Traffic Citations

  • Criminal Appeals

  • Habeas Corpus Petitions

  • Criminal Record Expungements

  • Driver's License Restoration

  • Defamation (Libel/Slander) Defense

  • Insurance Subrogation Defense

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WORKERS' RIGHTS

  • Minimum Wage and Overtime Violations

  • Unlawful Tip Pooling

  • Age/Race/Sex Discrimination

  • Sexual Harassment

  • Americans with Disabilities Act Violations

  • Family Medical Leave Act Violations

  • Employer Retaliation

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PERSONAL INJURY

  • Defective Product Injuries

  • Dog Bites

  • Car and Truck Accidents

  • Slip/Trip and Fall Injuries

  • Workers' Compensation

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FAMILY LAW

  • Divorce

  • Child Custody and Visitation

  • Prenuptial Agreements

  • Personal Protection Orders

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HOUSING RIGHTS

  • Eviction Defense

  • Land Contract Forfeiture Defense

  • Lockouts by Landlord

  • Security Deposit Recovery

Have a legal issue not addressed here? Contact us to find out more.

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