The Michigan state government follows federal protocols when it comes to family or medical leave. The federal Family and Medical Leave Act, or FMLA, allows for up to 12 weeks of protected leave that is unpaid for employees in certain situations. If you have worked for...
Michigan's bottle bill allows individuals returning eligible bottles to receive a $.10 deposit for each glass, plastic, metal or paper container returned that meets the requirements, which include being under a gallon. While another state offers the same rate for...
Forming a limited liability company for your small business -- or any-sized business -- endeavor can offer a number of benefits. One of the biggest benefits of the LLC formation is that it buffers you personally from the business's liabilities, so your personal assets...
Police officers who suspect a driver is operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol already have several roadside testing options. Police can administer both field and breath tests under certain circumstances when they stop a driver, and the legislature has...
When you think about the things that you can be fired for, you probably think one that could result in your termination would be taking off work for an illness. In some cases, illnesses are actually protected; for instance, if a woman gives birth, she can't be fired...
Getting into business for yourself can be exciting, but the paperwork and decision-making that goes along with it is often daunting. Working with a legal professional who understands business requirements can help you face the mountain of formation without making too...
Substance abuse on its own can be a dangerous condition, and when it's combined with driving, it can be lethal. When a person drinks, he or she endangers him or herself and others. If he or she causes an accident, he or she and others involved could suffer serious...
In our last post, we highlighted the importance of having proper documents in place to protect one’s business from the scourge of divorce. Specifically, a postnuptial agreement can help guard against the difficulties that can arise when a business was formed...
You have worked hard to build your business and the last thing that you want is for a life event, such as a divorce, to tear down all of your hard work. When you are going through a divorce, it is possible that your business will be impacted by the proceedings if you...
You made a contract, and it's been broken. What can you do now? Understanding the law can help you decide.What exactly is a breach of contract? When you enter into an agreement, there will be terms and conditions for that arrangement. For example, if you purchase a...
