Name Image Likness (NIL) Legal Services Team

Foster Swift’s NIL (Name Image Likeness) Law Group was established to counsel student-athletes, businesses/organizations and other interested parties in creating high-value NIL initiatives and contractual arrangements which are fully compliant with NCAA rules, state laws and university regulations.

Since June 2021, when the U.S. Supreme Court ruling in NCAA vs. Alston enabled college and high school athletes to earn unlimited income through NIL licensing, more than 420,000 student athletes have received an estimated $1 billion in compensation, while maintaining their amateur status and eligibility...

Drunk Driving & Criminal Defense: We Can Assist You

People from all walks of life are accused of drunk driving and other criminal offenses every day. Often, this will be the first time that the accused has had any interaction with the criminal justice system, which can be frightening to say the least. Fortunately, Foster Swift trial attorney Alexander S. Rusek is available to assist you or your loved one through the often intimidating and complex process of defending against misdemeanor or felony criminal charges in Michigan and federal courts.

Having represented hundreds of clients charged with drunk driving offenses in Michigan such as Operating While Intoxicated (“OWI”), High BAC OWI (also known as “Super Drunk”), and other related charges, Rusek approaches each new case with the compassion and individual attention that it deserves. This kind of attentiveness is required when our clients are facing serious consequences, such as jail or prison sentences, fines, loss of driving privileges, immigration action, and other repercussions. Rusek takes pride in explaining the often-complex procedural and legal issues in a case and answering any questions that you may have on the matter.

However, successfully navigating a drunk driving case requires more than just knowledge of the law and courtroom acumen. While Rusek evaluates all legal and factual defenses in your drunk driving case, he also makes sure that you are participating in the right classes, such as alcohol education courses, and other opportunities, such as counseling and substance abuse treatment (inpatient and outpatient). He will work with you to present the best case possible to the prosecution and court.

Beyond drunk driving offenses, Rusek has also represented clients charged with homicide and other violent offenses including domestic violence, weapon offenses, narcotic offenses, white collar offenses, property damage offenses, and most other misdemeanor and felony offenses.

If you or a loved one are or may soon be facing drunk driving or other criminal charges, contact Foster Swift today to learn more about your options.

Alexander S. Rusek is a Senior Attorney with Foster Swift. Based in its Lansing office, Alex represents clients across the state accused of drunk driving and other criminal offenses. Contact him today by email at arusek@fosterswift.com or by phone at (517) 371-8153.