Anyone in Michigan or elsewhere who has gone into business for him or herself knows that there is a certain art to making it all work. Rarely do things just fall into place. Serious thought, consideration and discipline is required, the absence of which can lead to...
Representatives for Goldman Sachs, a major banking corporation, recently reported that litigation costs have significantly cut into its earnings this year. The company has faced severe scrutiny over mortgage-related legal matters. Despite setting so much aside to...
Part of business planning involves deciding what one will do with the company when he or she is ready to retire or what will be done with the company upon his or her death. Many family business owners in Michigan are likely to choose keeping their companies within the...
Whether a person is choosing to start a company or just wishing to be better prepared for the future, a current or potential business owner will have a lot of decisions to make, all of which could have a dramatic impact on his or her company's success. Business...
When a person is fired from his or her job, it can leave them with a lot of questions. It is not unrealistic for someone to wonder if he or she has been the victim of a wrongful discharge situation. Employees in Michigan or elsewhere who believe they have experienced...
One of the toughest parts of getting a business off the ground is figuring out how to generate interest and draw customers. One of the most effective tools for increasing one's customer reach during the business planning process is the Internet. Ecommerce offers many...
Every industry has its own set of rules and regulations. These laws will vary from sector to sector in order to promote fair competition while also encouraging innovation in Michigan. This is what makes a free market work for everybody. However, if a company is not...
There are a variety of businesses in Michigan, including sole proprietors, partnerships and corporations. When business planning efforts are undertaken, there are often myriad legal issues that those involved must face. It is typically beneficial to seek legal...
One restaurant group in a state neighboring Michigan recently claimed to be a victim of trademark infringement. The claim revolves around another eatery's alleged use of its trademark name for one of its menu items -- a burger. The restaurant group in this business...
