Some businesses, in Michigan and across the country, choose to hire employees under at-will conditions. Terms of employment, including stipulations such as this, may be spelled out specifically in employment contracts, or included in employee handbooks. What exactly...
There are many forms of harassment that may occur in the workplace, all of which should be taken seriously by employers and employees. It is unfortunate that numerous people feel there is little they can do beyond reporting such behavior to superiors. The truth is,...
Businesses in Michigan and elsewhere, whether big or small, are targets for hackers. Why? The answer is simple really; hackers who access company data can gain entry into accounts and files that contain the personal information of multiple consumers, all at once....
Deciding what business structure to use when building a company may not always be an easy choice. Business owners in Michigan will find that different structures have different benefits and disadvantages. Those who may have relatively small operations may like the...
Building successful businesses from the ground up gives owners senses of pride and accomplishment -- and for good reason. However, there comes a time in every business owner's life when he or she will have to decide what to do with his or her company upon retirement....
Whether taking on a partner or starting out with a partner, disputes among business co-owners is often inevitable. Extensive planning can help business owners in Michigan avoid some issues, but, unfortunately, there are some things that cannot be foreseen. If...
As the technology field continues to grow, it would be reasonable to think that those with years of experience in this type of business would be able to gain employment. Some older job applicants in Michigan and across the country do believe, however, they are being...
For business owners in Michigan, the decision regarding whether or not to incorporate their companies can be a tough one to make. As is true for just about anything, there are ups and downs to incorporation. For those who feel the good aspects of taking this...
