REMAIN SILENT in the event you are arrested. Situations occur. Whether intentionally or mistakenly, some of us end up on the wrong side of the law. And when we do, guilt or innocence is not always our main concern. More often we are concerned with getting a fair and impartial trial. Or we may simply seek the best outcome possible for the circumstances.

Whatever your specific case is, we are well equipped to fight for you.

REMAIN SILENT in the event you are arrested. And remember, your first and most effective defender is YOU.  If you find yourself in trouble with the law, it is important that you invoke and maintain your United States Constitutional 5th Amendment Right to REMAIN SILENT.  Do not try to explain yourself and do not feel it is your duty or in your best interest to answer the questions of law enforcement officials.

You may only be serving to complicate your case.  You cannot be legally punished for remaining silent.  This is your fundamental right.

STATE CLEARLY YOUR DESIRE TO REMAIN SILENT AND HAVE AN/YOUR ATTORNEY PRESENT BEFORE ANSWERING ANY QUESTIONS.

Call The Law Offices of RJ Baker & Associates, PLLC at 269-686-9448 and let us help.

Wrongful death occurs from a variety of reasons, e.g., car accidents, medical malpractice, neglect, fault of another, work place deaths, nursing home accidents and/or failure to properly train employees, and so on and so forth. The reasons are endless.

Michigan's Wrongful Death Statute, MCL 600.2922, is one of the most comprehensive, victim (or family/friends of victim) oriented Wrongful Death statutes in the nation. Our firm recently settled a wrongful death case for approximately 50 times that which a professional wrongful death law firm initially assessed at a total value of $10,000. In that particular case, our firm went up against four large, well-seasoned, big-city law firms and beat them all. Such an enormous award did not surprise any members of our staff; rather, large client awards are consistent with the firm's goal of seeking and obtaining the absolute maximum amount of money from the facts of the case. Client satisfaction is a mandatory element of professionalism at R.J. Baker & Associates, PLLC.

Our firm has earned a solid reputation in this area of the law. If a wrongful death is suspected, contact a member of our staff immediately. Time can be crucial. The Statute of Limitations begins to run from the moment of death, and memories of witnesses and evidence can be lost over time. A wrongful death claim needs to be processed as soon after the death as possible. Don’t hesitate – litigate.

Call The Law Offices of RJ Baker & Associates, PLLC at 269-686-9448 and let us help.

Serious personal injuries can affect your life drastically.  From paralysis to losing the ability to work, getting hurt can really suck.  If you are injured and it is not your fault, you may be entitled to compensation for the detirioration in your circumstances.

As with most cases, time is a critical factor when seeking compensation for your injuries.  Witnesses may forget details, evidence can degrade, and your right to sue can even expire if too much time passes between the time of occurence and when a complaint is filed with the court.

If you have been injured and want your case evaluated at no charge, please call The Law Offices of RJ Baker & Associates, PLLC at 269-686-9448 and let us help.

Our Civil Practice covers a large and diverse range of specific areas.  Some of the areas we have experience in or are equipped to litigate are as follows:

• Consumer Protection
• Products Liability
• Employment Law
• Personal Property & Real Etate
• Landlord-Tenant
• Debt Collection
• Insurance Law
• Business Start-up & Litigation
• Class Actions
• Workers Compensation
• No-fault Auto
• Police Brutality

For help with any of the above listed areas, please call The Law Offices of RJ Baker & Associates, PLLC at 269-686-9448 and let us help.

One of the best defenses to a Driving Under the Influence charge (or Operating While Intoxicated) is to not do it.  However, in the real world, we know these situations do occur.  And we are here to help.  Our firm has extensive experience in defending clients charged with DUI.

But before you must seek assistance in defending against a charge, please read and be aware of your Rights & Responsibilities in case of a traffic stop.

Call The Law Offices of RJ Baker & Associates, PLLC at 269-686-9448 and let us help.

An unpleasant reality of life is that death is assured. Sometimes it comes unexpectedly, while other times we see its approach and have time to prepare our end-of-life affairs. In either case, we have the tools and resources to assist in you and your loved ones.

We prepare Last Wills & Testaments, Power of Attorneys, Living Trusts, and more.

Call The Law Offices of RJ Baker & Associates, PLLC at 269-686-9448 and let us help.

Mounting credit card debt, unexpected medical bills, the threat of foreclosure or repossession can be overwhelming.  Creditors calling non-stop, bills flooding your mailbox, all of this can get downright depressing.  There is a solution.  The federal government, through Chapter 7, 11, 12 or 13 of Title 11 of the United States Code (federal bankruptcy law), provides you with powerful options for relief.

Did you know that once you file for bankruptcy, all creditors must cease all attempts to collect a debt?  This includes

• Harassing phone calls, letters, or other contacts
• Garnishments and other property seizures
• Repossesions
• Foreclosures

If you are underwater on your mortgage and want to explore your options of keeping your home, we can help.  If you are recently un- or underemployed and extremely behind on bills, we can help with that, too.

Among other things, this firm is a debt relief agency. We help people and businesses file for bankruptcy under the Bankruptcy Code.

Call The Law Offices of RJ Baker & Associates, PLLC at 269-686-9448 and let us help.

At R.J. Baker & Associatates, PLLC, we assist families with:

• Adoptions
• Custody cases
• Divorce
• Property division settlements
• Domestic relations

Let us help you put your domestic issues into perspective.  We can bring you peace of mind by providing understanding and clear guidance in this difficult process.

Call The Law Offices of RJ Baker & Associates, PLLC at 269-686-9448 and let us help.

Sometimes the appellate process can be more stressful than the initial court proceeding it stems from.  Nevertheless, we will handle your appellate case with deligence and care, ensuring that you get redress for any unfairness or illegality that occured in the lower courts.

We handle appeals into the Michigan Court of Appeals, Michigan Supreme Court, and the United States District Courts for the Western and Eastern Districts of Michigan, Southern Division.

Call The Law Offices of RJ Baker & Associates, PLLC at 269-686-9448 and let us help.

For entrepreneurs, we offer start-up assistance, contract drafting and review, IPOs, debt collection and litigation. 

We also provide assitance in managing personal property such as deed, lease, and rental agreement drafting; evictions; and property transfers.  If legal matters regarding your business or property feels too overwhelming to tackle alone, call us and let our line up of professionals cover the field for you.

Call The Law Offices of RJ Baker & Associates, PLLC at 269-686-9448 and let us help.