The Czarnecki & Taylor law firm track record for exceptional criminal defense.
Reviewing our case results for Michigan criminal defense is a great way to see our outstanding work at Czarnecki & Taylor. Our team has decades of experience working with clients on all types of cases, and we are proud to say that we have achieved some incredible results over the years. If you are facing criminal charges, then you must seek the help of a professional criminal defense attorney. At Czarnecki & Taylor, we have years of experience handling all types of cases, from minor traffic violations to serious felony offenses. Our skilled attorneys will work diligently to ensure that your rights are protected and that you get the best possible outcome for your case.
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You should choose our law firm to handle your case for many reasons. First and foremost, we have extensive experience in criminal defense. We understand the legal system and how to navigate it when defending our clients against criminal charges. We have a proven track record of successfully defending our clients against criminal charges. In addition, we offer personalized attention to each client, ensuring that they receive the one-on-one guidance and representation they need during this difficult time. We are dedicated advocates for justice and work tirelessly to obtain the best possible outcome for your case. Whether you need help negotiating a plea deal or fighting for an acquittal in court, we can provide the aggressive representation you need during this stressful time. These are just a few reasons you should consider our services for your legal needs if you have been charged or arrested in Michigan.
The test of any good law firm is the track record that it has been able to achieve. On this page, we talk about the different cases we handled and their results. We represent clients on a wide range of criminal charges for misdemeanors and felonies, so there is plenty of information to review.
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Wayne County Circuit Court - Frank Murphy Hall of Justice
Charge: Attempted Murder, Felonious Assault
Result: Not guilty
Our client had been charged with attempted murder, felonious assault, and assault with a dangerous weapon resulting from a shooting on the floor of the Jefferson Chevrolet dealership. This was in fact my first trial out of law school. My client had been choked by another employee to the point that he was losing consciousness by a man twice his size. My client feared for his life. In response to the situation my client pulled out his legally concealed pistol and fired a single shot into the attacker's abdomen to stop the assault. Despite the facts, the prosecutor charged him with attempted murder, among other charges. Because of the seriousness of the severity of the crimes, we went to trial. We argued self-defense. After the trial, the jury found our client not guilty of all the assaultive crimes.
Michigan Supreme Court and Michigan Court of Appeals
Charge: 4 convictions of criminal sexual conduct first-degree
Result: Convictions overturned
Our client had been convicted, after a trial, of 4 counts of criminal sexual conduct. I was retained to appeal the case. After reviewing the trial transcripts, I discovered that the trial attorneys made mistakes by violating my client's 6th amendment right to be present at trial. I filed a motion for a new trial and evidentiary hearing in the Frank Murphy Hall of Justice. After cross-examining the trial attorneys, I made the argument that my client deserved a new trial. The prosecutor vehemently argued that this conviction must stand. The trial court agreed with me and granted a new trial. The prosecutor appealed to the Michigan Court of Appeals. I wrote the brief and appeared for argument in the Court of Appeals. After the argument, the court issued a published opinion (making this case binding precedent and controlling law in the State of Michigan) and agreed with me that my client deserved a new trial. The prosecutor appealed to the Michigan Supreme Court. I wrote a brief and filed it with the Michigan Supreme Court. After reading the briefs, the Court agreed with my argument and agreed my client should have a new trial.
Macomb County Circuit Court
Charge: Assault With Intent to Commit Great Bodily Harm Less Than Murder; Felonious Assault
Result: Felony Charge Dismissed; client received a misdemeanor plea bargain
We prepared for trial for several months. We conducted an investigation, interviewed witnesses, and had our client ready to testify. We had our defense strategy ready to be presented to the jury. After discussions with the prosecutor, we reached a resolution. The prosecution and our office were willing to work together in the interest of justice to reach a fair and reasonable plea in the interest of all parties. A fair resolution had been reached. The client was pleased with the outcome.
Michigan Court of Appeals
Charge: Criminal Sexual Conduct; 3 Counts Assault with a Dangerous Weapon
Result: Convictions for Assault With a Dangerous Weapon Overturned and Dismissed
After a trial, the jury convicted the client of assault with a dangerous weapon. The family hired me to review the case and the actions of the trial attorney. After reviewing the case and doing the research, the facts clearly showed the court, prosecutor, and defense attorney made mistakes as it was impossible for my client to be convicted of using a firearm in this case. At oral argument in the Michigan Court of Appeals, the Wayne County Prosecutor agreed with me and the Court of Appeals vacated those 3 convictions. The case was remanded back to the trial court for resentencing.
Michigan Court of Appeals
Charge: Conviction of Delivery and Manufacture of Cocaine
Result: Convictions overturned in the Court of Appeals; new trial granted; Wayne County Prosecutor offered a plea offer that client accepted
I was responsible for reviewing the trial transcripts, researching the law, and writing the arguments against the injustice that occurred in this case. During a review of the transcripts, I was suspicious as to how the police knew to arrive at the scene where my client was arrested. He drove a trench digger truck bag to Michigan. Upon arrival at the delivery point, the police swarmed the vehicle with drug dogs. The dogs "hit" on the tires and discovered that cocaine was hidden inside the large tires. Something was missing though. How did the police know to be there? When asked by trial how they knew where to be, they became evasive. In fact a police witness, the confidential information had committed perjury. I discovered this by reading the transcripts. In fact, when we ordered the transcripts, the date of a hearing was not given to us by the court. When we obtained the transcript for that particular day, we discovered the court conducted a hearing not attended by defense counsel. In the hearing, the police, prosecutor, and judge all knew the confidential information committed perjury during the trial. As a result, I drafted the appellate brief and filed it in the Court of Appeals. I argued that our client deserved a new trial based upon the perjury. As a result, the Court of Appeals agreed and vacated the conviction.
The original sentence the client received was 20 years after the trial. We received a new plea offer for 5 years with credit for the 1 year served. While we urged the client to go to trial, he accepted the plea.
As a result of the appeal, the Wayne County Prosecutor fired the prosecutor on this case. Later, the judge, prosecutor, and the police were charged with crimes. None of them are working in the legal system today.
Macomb County Circuit Court
Charge: Assault With Intent to Commit Great Bodily Harm Less Than Murder; Felonious Assault
Result: Felony Charge Dismissed; client received a misdemeanor plea bargain
After extensive trial preparation and a few days before the scheduled trial date, the prosecutor called our office to extend a plea deal to a misdemeanor assault and battery. Our client accepted the offer.
Macomb County Circuit Court, Mt. Clemens, Michigan
Charge: Multiple Counts Criminal Sexual Conduct-- First-Degree
Result: 5 Counts - Not guilty
Our client faced criminal sexual conduct charges resulting from allegations made by his niece. My client had maintained his innocence from the very first day. Despite numerous plea offers that would have reduced his mandatory offense of no less than twenty years (even though the court could have granted consecutive sentencing equaling a minimum of 40 years), my client rejected the plea stating in open court, "if it is one day or 50 years, I did not do this offense, I will go to trial." He put all of his trust in me and went to trial. After a 4-day jury trial, we won. The client was found not guilty of all charges.
52/3 District Court, Rochester, Michigan/42 Romeo District Court
Charges: Delivery Manufacture of Marijuana/Leaving Scene of Accident causing Injury
Result: Cases Dismissed on motions and evidentiary hearings
The client was accused of driving a truck into a postal carrier van causing an injury and leaving the scene. A description of the perpetrator was never given. Based on the information provided by the police, the Romeo district court granted the police a search warrant to search the home of our client who lives in Rochester. They were looking for a truck. With the assistance of the Oakland County Sheriff, the police forcibly entered my client's home. During the search they found a marijuana grow operation. I held the preliminary examination in Rochester and argued that the warrant issued by Romeo was defective and that the Macomb County Sheriff and Oakland County sheriff improperly searched the home. After writing a brief for the Rochester court, the court agreed and suppressed the evidence. Case dismissed. In the Romeo Court I argued that pursuant to the Rochester court, the Romeo court warrant was defective. The Court agreed and dismissed the case for leaving the scene.
New Baltimore District Court
Charge: Possession of Marijuana
Result: Evidence Suppressed and Case Dismissed based on 4th Amendment violation
The client had been stopped by the police for a civil infraction. The client had not been engaged in any other criminal activity. The officers searched the client's purse without probable cause. Evidentiary hearing held. Briefs filed. The court dismissed the case as the evidence had to be suppressed because of the very clear Fourth Amendment violation.
Wayne County Circuit Court, Frank Murphy Hall of Justice
Charge: First-Degree Murder
Result: After a motion hearing on ineffective assistance of counsel the court granted a new trial
The client was convicted of first-degree murder by conspiracy. I was employed to review and read the transcripts and formulate the arguments attacking the trial court representation. I discovered that the trial attorneys did not use evidence favorable to my client's trial. I filed a motion for a Ginter hearing where I was allowed to cross-examine the trial attorneys and the manner of their representation under the Sixth Amendment. I won. The trial court agreed with my argument after the hearing and granted my client a new trial.
Macomb County Circuit Court
Charges: Three Counts Delivery Manufacture of a Controlled Substance ———Result 3 felonies dismissed on appeal
The client contacted our office to ask about appealing his ten-year-old convictions for the delivery and manufacturing of a controlled substance. Our office filed a 6,500 motion for relief from judgment, arguing ineffective assistance of counsel during plea proceedings. After extensive hearings, the court granted our motion based on our showing that defense counsel did not properly advise him before accepting the plea agreement. Ultimately, all three felonies were dismissed, and the convictions were vacated for a violation of the client’s Sixth Amendment rights.
Macomb County Circuit Court, Mt. Clemens, Michigan
Charges: 2 Counts Second Degree Murder; 2 Counts Homicide with a Motor Vehicle; 2 Counts Operating While Intoxicated Causing Death; 2 Counts Driving While Suspended Causing Death; OWI
Result: On the day of trial we obtained a plea deal from the prosecutor where 8 of the 10 counts would be dismissed; the client accepted
I had vigorously defended this case for over a year. I had prepared for trial with extreme diligence. I utilized accident deconstructionists to interpret the evidence. I had contacted experts regarding the blood and alcohol results. I defended with motions. In conducting the preliminary examination. Additionally, I filed appeals in the case while the case continued all the way to the Michigan Supreme Court. On the date of trial, my client accepted the plea offer where 8 of the 10 charges would be dismissed with a sentence agreement that my client accepted. I stood ready to try the case and the client and his family knew how prepared I was to defend him. I wanted to try this case based on the facts.
Oakland County Circuit Court, Pontiac, Michigan
Charge: Multiple Counts Criminal Sexual Conduct-- First-Degree
Result: Charges Dismissed; HYTA granted
The client, under the age of 21, was charged with criminal sexual conduct in Oakland County. We had successfully negotiated a plea deal where my client would accept responsibility for a reduced offense under the Holmes Youthful Trainee Act. A very fact-specific case that allowed this deal. This means that if he completed probation there would be no record of the offense. The client violated probation 3 times. We were still able to keep the client’s HYTA intact and keep the criminal sexual conduct charge off of his record.
Macomb County Circuit Court, Mt. Clemens, Michigan
Charge: Embezzlement of $1,000,000
Result: Charges Dismissed and case reduced to disorderly conduct with a dismissal of that charge retroactive to the day of the alleged offense; case completely gone
The client was charged with embezzlement of over $1,000,000. I fought this case for 2 years with motions and hearings. I had employed former IRS supervisors as my forensic accountant to assist. I held the preliminary examination. When the case was bound over to circuit court, I filed a motion to remained back to the 41B district court for another preliminary examination. After years of work, the prosecutor agreed to dismiss the case and offer disorderly conduct. My clients accepted and the court granted MCL 771.1 retroactive to the date of the offense allegation and the case was dismissed.
Macomb County Circuit Court, Juvenile Court, Mt. Clemens, Michigan
Charge: First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct
Result: Charges Dismissed
The client was accused of making a threat involving sexual conduct. After talking with witnesses and conducting an investigation it was determined that the complainant was not telling the truth. We brought this information to the prosecutor's attention during pretrial discussions. The prosecutor agreed that the case should be dismissed.
Southfield District Court, Southfield, Michigan
Charge: OWI
Result: Case dismissed after an evidentiary hearing
The client was charged with OWI. The police found the client asleep in his vehicle on a driveway off of the main road. During an evidentiary hearing, we were able to show the Oakland County Court that the police did not make a proper Michigan drunk driving arrest. The police did not have probable cause to believe our client had been “operating” while intoxicated despite his admission that he had consumed alcohol. The Michigan Supreme Court and Court of Appeals case law, presented in our legal brief and submitted to the court, supported our argument. The court agreed with our legal arguments and dismissed the case with prejudice.
Oakland County Court, Southfield, Michigan
Case: Client placed on CPS list for actions of her husband
Result: After a hearing, the administrative court agreed that the client should not be on the CPS list
The client met with us because she was attempting to get her grandchildren out of foster care. The children were placed in different homes. However, the grandmother could not make the attempt to do so because she was placed on a CPS list a decade ago. We filed an appeal to CPS and attended the hearing where we argued that she should not be on the list. The administrative officer disagreed with us. We then appealed to the circuit court. Upon discussion with the attorney general's office, the attorney general agreed that after reviewing the transcripts our client should be removed from the list. The first hearing officer was wrong. Now, since the client is removed from the list, she got custody of her grandchildren.
Sanilac County Circuit Court
Case: Possession and Delivery of Methamphetamines
Result: Plea deal reached where delivery charges were dismissed and client plead to possession; the recommended sentence of 4 years in prison was reduced to a term of probation
The client was charged with the delivery/manufacture of meth as well as possession. This is a 20-year offense. We had discussions with the prosecution explaining that our client was not involved with any of the manufacturing process. The prosecutor agreed. At the time of sentencing, the probation department recommended a term of prison. We argued against that sentence and the judge agreed to place our client on probation. The client was able to keep working and provide for his family.
Macomb County Circuit Court, Mt. Clemens, Michigan
Charge: Assault with Intent to do Great Bodily Harm Less Than Murder
Result: Charges Dismissed at the evidentiary hearing
Our client had been charged with causing serious injury to an individual in a bar. The identification had varied and was questionable. This was a heavily litigated case. Upon motion, in the circuit court, challenging the identification process as being unduly suggestive and in violation of the constitution, the case was dismissed.
Macomb County Circuit Court, Mt. Clemens, Michigan
Charge: Embezzlement of over $100,000
Result: Plea deal reached where the client would receive misdemeanor with a dismissal of the felony charge
Our client was charged with embezzlement of over monies greater than $100,000. We successfully got the amount of money reduced. Negotiated a deal whereby the original felony was reduced. Furthermore, if the total amount of the agreed-upon restitution was paid, the felony would be reduced again. The client would be eligible for an expungement and clean his criminal history back to nothing.
37th District Court, Warren, Michigan
Charge: Possession with Intent to Distribute Heroin
Result: Case Dismissed on 4th Amendment Violation
Together with a colleague, we argued that the traffic stop for a license plate in the case was invalid. When the client was stopped the police impounded the vehicle and searched it. During the search the police found heroin. Upon legal arguments made in the Fourth Amendment brief, I argued that the police violated the inventory policy of the police department for improper impound procedures. In essence, the search was not part of a "caretaking" function but was instead a criminal search without justification under the law. The court agreed that the traffic stop and evidence seized must be suppressed under the 4th Amendment exclusionary rule.
34th District Court, Romulus, Michigan
Charge: Possession of knife at the airport; TSA violation
Result: Dismissed pursuant to MCL 771.1 (Delayed sentence with prosecutor agreement to nolle pros)
A weapon was found in our client’s luggage as she was going on a trip. The knife had been placed there a year or two before her travel. We negotiated the case whereby the original charge was dismissed and reduced to disorderly conduct under 771.1. Ultimately the case was dismissed after a short term of non-reporting probation.
41B District Court, Clinton Township, Michigan
Charge: Domestic Violence; Stalking
Result: Not guilty on both counts
Due to a volatile relationship, allegations had surfaced against our client by his girlfriend. Since no plea offer was given, we had to go to trial. After a bench trial, the court found the client not guilty.
41A District Court, Shelby Township, Michigan
Case: Civil Lawsuit Filed on Behalf of our Client
Result: Our client received a judgment in excess of $25,000
While we do not typically do civil suits, our office had to take action on behalf of a senior in need of legal help. Our office received a judgment for damages from our lawsuit against a contractor who took advantage of a senior citizen in Shelby Township, Macomb County. The contractor took his money and only did half of the work. The contractor never returned any of our client's calls. Our client's new structure was badly built and a danger. We received the judgment in excess of $25,000 against the contractor to compensate the gentleman for his losses.
40th District Court, Saint Clair Shores, Michigan
Charge: Prescription Fraud
Result: Case Dismissed at the preliminary examination
Our client was charged with prescription fraud in Saint Clair Shores when it was alleged that she had presented the pharmacy with a fraudulent prescription. The client maintained her innocence. After a thorough investigation of the case, we decided to conduct the preliminary examination. During the hearing, the court stopped the hearing mid-way and dismissed the case against our client.
39th District Court, Roseville, Michigan
Charge: Domestic Violence
Result: plea deal reached; 769.4a granted; case dismissed after probation
We negotiated a plea bargain where our client accepted responsibility for the offense and in exchange for his plea, after a term of probation, the case would be dismissed and kept off of the client's criminal history. Later, he was able to obtain employment with a security clearance from the federal government.
Federal Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Charge: Assaulting a Treasury Agent
Result: Diversion granted and the case dismissed
My client had been accused of assaulting a treasury agent during the service on the office for a search warrant. My client had no prior criminal record. We negotiated a plea deal where the client was placed on diversion to avoid federal prosecution. The diversion had been granted and the case dismissed.
Oakland County Circuit Court, Pontiac, Michigan
Charge: Embezzlement of greater than $50,000
Result: plea deal reached the reduced amount of restitution, prison time avoided, placed on probation
After several months of negotiating, we reached a fair plea bargain with the prosecutor's office. Pursuant to a Cobb's agreement, our client avoided prison and jail time and was placed on probation. The amount of restitution was reduced to properly reflect the amount of money at issue.
Federal Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Charge: Embezzlement/Union Fraud
Result: Diversion granted and the case dismissed
Our client had been accused of fraudulent activities as a union administrator. My client had no prior criminal record. We negotiated the case and had the client placed on diversion to avoid federal prosecution. The diversion had been granted and the case dismissed.
Federal Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Charge: Client Smuggling, Trafficking
Result: Case Dismissed at the hearing date
The client had been accused of being part of a smuggling ring that helped foreign individuals exit and enter via New York from Canada and other places. I filed my requests for evidence that had not been produced by the federal government. On the date of the examination, the case was dismissed. The client was never charged or indicted.
41A Shelby Township District Court, Michigan
Charge: OWI
Result: OWI dismissed and reduced to a careless driving ticket
The client had been charged with Operating While Intoxicated with a BAC of .08. After negotiating with the city attorney the case was reduced to a civil infraction with a dismissal of the drinking and driving offense.
42-2 New Baltimore District Court, Michigan
Charge: Assaulting a Corrections Officer
Result: Case dismissed after preliminary examination
The client was accused of assaulting a corrections officer during an epileptic seizure. The client’s epilepsy had been well document over the years. At the examination, the court agreed that the client did not have the intent to assault the correction officer because his actions were involuntary.
42-2 New Baltimore District Court, Michigan
Charge: Domestic Violence
Result: Not guilty
We held a trial because our client insisted that he did not do the offense. After a trial, the court found our client not guilty.
37th District Court, Centerline, Michigan
Charge: First-Degree Home Invasion
Result: Case Dismissed
Our client was an autistic individual, 22 years of age with the mental ability of a 6-year-old. He was accused of leaving his home in the middle of the night, walking several miles, kicking the door open of an elderly woman, and robbing her. The case was preposterous. We had serious discussions with the prosecution and the charges were dismissed.
40th District Court - Saint Clair Shores, Michigan
Charge: Carrying Concealed Weapon in a Motor Vehicle
Result: reduced to a civil infraction non-criminal offense
The client was accused of having a firearm in his vehicle during a traffic stop. He had a CPL but it had expired and he was in the process of renewal. After discussions with the police and prosecutor, the charge was reduced to a civil infraction. The client paid a fine and the case was closed.
Macomb County Circuit Court, Mt. Clemens Michigan
Charge: Fail to Register as a Sex Offender
Result: Not guilty
The client was charged with failing to register for the sex offender list in his new city. With co-counsel, the case was tried to a jury, and the client was found not guilty as we had shown that he had made every attempt to register and follow the law as a rehabilitated offender.
41A District Court, Sterling Heights, Michigan
Charge: Attempted Murder
Result: Attempted Murder charge dismissed and reduced to assault and battery taken under advisement and dismissed
The client, a youth, was accused of stabbing other youth over an exchange of prescription pills. The young men who wanted the pills violently attacked and beat my client after using mace. My client used a small pocket knife in self-defense. After negotiations with the police and prosecutor, the case was dismissed and reduced to assault and battery.
37 District Court, Warren, Michigan
Charge: Possession of Controlled Substance
Result: Dismissed at the preliminary examination on 4th Amendment grounds
The client was charged with felony possession of a controlled substance. The stop in this case while justified, did not justify the search and seizure of the vehicle. After conduction the preliminary examination and making the 4th Amendment arguments, the case was dismissed due to the 4th Amendment violation.
Macomb County Circuit Court, Mt. Clemens, Michigan
Charge: Attempted Murder, Assault With Intent to Do Great Bodily Harm Less Than Murder
Result: Dismissed after a motion hearing in Macomb County Circuit Court
The client was charged with attempted murder after an incident that occurred at his apartment with his girlfriend. He maintained that his girlfriend had threatened to harm herself if he broke up with her. He still had to break up the relationship. She cut herself with the knife. He grabbed her to prevent her from causing serious harm. He yelled to the neighbors to call 911. The police arrived and arrested him despite her admission and despite his innocence that he kept telling the police. We held the preliminary examination in the case. The district court bound the case over for trial on the notion that it was a question of fact if the people were telling the truth. I wrote a motion to quash the bind over in the circuit court. The court dismissed the case.
41B District Court Clinton Township, Michigan; Oakland County Circuit Court
Charge: Domestic Violence; Probation Violation
Result: Domestic violence case dismissed; Probation violation in Oakland County dismissed
The client was charged with domestic violence against her ex-husband. On the date of trial, all of the witnesses appeared in court. After a discussion with the prosecutor, the case was dismissed. We appeared in Oakland County Circuit court for the probation violation. Despite the fact that the Macomb County case was dismissed, the probation department still wanted our client convicted and sentenced for a probation violation because she had negative police contact. We refused. Upon argument to the court, the court agreed with us and dismissed the probation violation.
Michigan Court of Appeals
Charge: Convictions for Armed Robbery
Result: The court of appeals remanded the case back to the trial court for resentencing
The client plead guilty to the armed robbery offense. I received the case for an appeal. Upon review, I discovered that the sentencing guidelines were not scored correctly. Had they been scored correctly my client's sentence would be less than what he received. I filed the appeal in the Court of Appeals. The court agreed and remedied the case back to the trial court for resentencing. The client's sentence had been reduced.
Saint Clair County Circuit Court - Juvenile Court
Charge: Possession of Narcotics
Result: Upon plea deal, case dismissed
The client was arrested and charged with possession of narcotics. The police told the family that they did not need a lawyer and that he would "get a slap on the wrist." The client's family called our office and stated that they were not sure if they needed an attorney based upon what the police officer had told her. We explained that you sometimes need an attorney not for what you know will happen but when something expected happens. The family hired our firm. Luckily, they did. When we arrived in court the prosecutor wanted the child to plead guilty as charged and have the crime on the juvenile record. Had we not been there, the family would have been in a difficult situation. We negotiated with the prosecutor to have the case placed on the consent calendar. That means it is removed from the juvenile record. The client had to sign a contract with the court to perform on probation. Upon successful completion, the case was dismissed.
Ferndale District Court, Ferndale, Michigan
Charge: Domestic Violence
Result: Case dismissed
After a night out for the client's birthday, she returned home with her boyfriend. The boyfriend assaulted our client and beat her. He threatened her and told her he would have her arrested. He called the police and told them that he assaulted her. The police arrived, and without question, arrested our client without even acknowledging her injuries. Upon release from jail, she called our office and met with us. We immediately told her to go to the hospital to document her injuries and to get photographs. When we arrived at court we showed the prosecutor the pictures of our client and the beating that our client suffered at the hands of the "alleged" victim. The prosecutor was appalled at the case, and even the police, and dismissed the charges.
This case was such an injustice, and although we are a criminal defense firm, we filed a civil lawsuit against the boyfriend for the assault, false charges, and legal fees. We resolved the case out of court with a settlement.
Macomb County Probate Court, Mt. Clemens, Michigan
Case: Estate Fraud against our client for several hundred thousand dollars (well over $900,00 with treble damages)
Result: Settlement reached for $25,000
Our client was accused of improperly taking money from an estate in the amount of several hundred thousand dollars. The other family member filed a lawsuit against our client claiming that this money had been illegally spent. After a few years of litigation and hearings, we had the case reduced to only a $25,00 settlement.
Disclaimer: The case result summaries on this website describe results obtained in matters handled by Czarnecki & Taylor on behalf of their clients. These descriptions are meant only to provide information about the successes, activities, and experiences of our attorneys. They are not intended as a guarantee that the same or similar results can be obtained in every matter undertaken by our attorneys. The outcome of a particular matter can depend on a variety of factors—including the specific factual and legal circumstances, the ability of opposing counsel, prosecutorial policy, jurisdiction, and, often, unexpected developments beyond the control of any client or attorney. We do professionally and ethically pledge to put forth the same expertise, dedication, and effort into all of our new clients' cases as reflected in our case results.