​  Detroit, Michigan – Sommers Schwartz, PC, a leading litigation and clergy abuse law firm based in Michigan, is conducting an investigation into the claims surrounding Reverend Robert “Father Bob” DeLand, Jr., a former Catholic priest from the Saginaw Diocese. Born in 1947 and ordained by the Catholic Church in 1973, Father DeLand served in…

​  Harrisburg, Pennsylvania – Attorney Marielle F. Hazen, Esq., CELA, is set to share her comprehensive knowledge and insights during the highly-anticipated “Call to Action/Legislative Update” at the Stetson Pooled Trust Intensive event. The session is slated to take place on October 18, 2023, from 4:15pm-5:15pm. In conjunction with the Stetson College of Law, the…

​  Detroit, Michigan – The law firm Sommers Schwartz, PC, is actively investigating allegations of sexual abuse against the late Reverend Martin Ignatius Kalahar, who served the Catholic Church in Michigan communities from 1916 to 1966. Father Kalahar, born on September 21, 1891, was ordained in 1916 by the Diocese of Grand Rapids. He initially…

​  Austin, Texas – Following a tragic fatal accident in Austin, a man was apprehended after authorities determined that he may have been under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The driver who caused the accident was arrested and charged with four counts of intoxication, manslaughter, and failure to stop and render aid by the…

​  Sacramento, California – Wirtz Law and consumer advocacy organizations have come forward with a strong plea to California Governor Gavin Newsom to veto SB 71 (Umberg), voicing concerns over the potential harm to moderate and low-income Californians victimized by corporate malpractices. SB 71 proposes an increase in the jurisdiction of limited civil courts from…

​  Detroit, Michigan – Sommers Schwartz, PC, is delving into the past of Father Gary Berthiaume, bringing light to allegations of sexual abuse and misconduct committed throughout his tenure in the Detroit and Cleveland Catholic Dioceses. In 1978, Berthiaume was charged and confessed to sexually abusing two minors in Detroit, Michigan, resulting in a six-month…

​  Orange County, California – OC Wills & Trust Attorneys, a leading estate planning law firm based in Orange County, is excited to announce their upcoming event, “Cocktails & Trusts: An Estate Planning Affair.” In celebration of Estate Planning Awareness Week, this event will provide attendees with the opportunity to enjoy cocktails while engaging in…

​  Detroit, Michigan – The legal prowess of Sommers Schwartz, P.C. continues to make waves, with five of its young and talented attorneys being recognized as ‘Rising Stars’ in the 2023 Michigan Super Lawyers selection by Thomson Reuters. This distinguished recognition is bestowed upon outstanding attorneys under the age of 40 or those who have…