Companies of any size should never enter into merger and acquisition agreements without the right legal firepower. Such transactions can be complex, and protecting the interests of the company, the customer, the shareholders and the investors is important. One type of...

Month: April 2016
How funding works with investors and your equity rate
If you're considering creating a start-up company, one of the things you'll need to get is funding. Normally, a start-up company will cost around $15,000 to launch, and then get another $200,000 in investments a few months later. After that, the goal is to get another...
Some people might have to use an ignition interlock
Alcohol-related offenses are some very serious offenses in Michigan. For people who are considered repeat offenders, the use of an ignition interlock on their vehicles might be necessary. These laws place a hard stance on drivers who insist on driving drunk while they...
The types of drug crimes you need to know
There are many kinds of drug crimes that you can be accused of today, and the line between them can be slim. It's important to know the charges you could be facing in the future, so you can decide the best way to defend yourself with the help of your attorney. Each of...
What is the D’Onofrio test?
The D'Onofrio test is used by courts considering custody cases where a parent with sole custody is seeking to move him- or herself out of state with the child or children. This test is used when traditional visitation schedules, such as a biweekly weekend arrangement,...
Former NFL player to pay over $300,000 in child support
If you owe child support, there are a few things that could happen. If you're in a position where you can't pay, you may be able to work out a deal with your ex-spouse or work with the court to determine a better payment amount. If you don't pay for other reasons, you...
Magazine publishers face lawsuits in Michigan
Time Inc., the company that publishes People, is facing a lawsuit that is the latest in a string of Michigan-based legal actions between subscribers and media companies. The lawsuits are stemming from claims that the media companies are divulging subscriber...
What is a C Corporation?
If you're planning to start a business, you may be wondering if you should be a sole proprietor or form a corporation. What is a C Corporation, though, and will it work to your benefit?When a small business decides to incorporate, it automatically will become a C...
Another set of eyes for your real estate contracts
Whether you are an individual buying a home -- or facing the loss of one -- or you are a commercial real estate investor looking to add another property to your portfolio, you might have to deal with real estate contracts. Real estate contracts and other agreements...