Michigan Attorney General Warns Of Venmo Scam Tactics
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has reissued a consumer alert about payment apps following a surge in nationwide scams targeting Venmo users.
The scam involves fraudsters “accidentally” sending money to consumers and then requesting its return. Nessel advises consumers to never send back the money, but to report the incident to the peer-to-peer (P2P) service.
Scammers typically use stolen funds, which Venmo will eventually flag as fraudulent. If consumers return the money, they risk the money being taken from their personal account when the fraud is discovered.
Nessel emphasizes the importance of caution in transactions with unknown parties and urges victims to report scams to her department or the Federal Trade Commission.
For more information or to file a complaint, visit: michigan.gov/consumerprotection.
Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell
Under Michigan Law Adultery Is Considered A Felony
Did you know that adultery is a felony under Michigan law, although prosecutions have not occurred in decades? Despite this, extramarital affairs often lead to marriage termination and significantly impact divorce proceedings.
Section 552.6 of the Michigan Compiled Law cites an “irretrievably broken” marriage as grounds for divorce, with adultery influencing alimony, child support, and property division decisions. Adultery is defined as a sexual relationship involving at least one married person. Interestingly, the law treats adulterous men and women differently, although Michigan’s no-fault divorce status allows dissolution without specifying grounds. However, infidelity can still affect court decisions regarding financial and custodial arrangements.
Judges may favor the betrayed spouse to compensate for emotional distress caused by adultery, highlighting the misconduct’s legal ramifications. Statistics show that marriages have a shorter life span based on the number of previous marriages.
Source: isfamilylaw.com
Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell
Governor Whitmer Launches PitchMI To Boost Entrepreneurial Innovation In Michigan
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced new initiatives to support Michigan’s innovators and entrepreneurs during her keynote at the Mackinac Policy Conference.
One of the highlights was PitchMI, a statewide shark-tank style competition designed to address Michigan’s biggest challenges. In collaboration with leading organizations, the state will host a public competition to solicit pitches, investing in the most innovative start-up.
The first PitchMI event will award $100,000 to a groundbreaking solution aimed at transforming transportation for Michiganders, focusing on safety, affordability, and efficiency. Whitmer emphasized that PitchMI demonstrates Michigan’s commitment to entrepreneurial problem-solving, connecting innovators with capital, and fostering a ripple effect of accelerated innovation. This initiative underscores the state’s dedication to building a dynamic, future-focused economy.
Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell
