Most contracts include clauses that protect businesses and allow them to bring an action to court to settle disputes. But litigation is only one of many approaches when resolving business matters. Resolution is also possible through negotiation. If you are considering...
The rollout of the COVID-19 in late-2020 and early-2021 has not been successful as officials hoped. So it may be some time before younger and healthier employees get their vaccine. Even though the dangers of the virus are well-documented in the news, employees may be...
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...
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 nondisclosure agreement?A nondisclosure agreement is an agreement, or contract, that binds individuals into secrecy. Essentially, this is used to make sure employees won't share trade secrets with others in similar businesses. These agreements may prevent...
When dealing with contracts or agreements of any type, the decisions you make as a business owner can have far-reaching consequences. Sometimes, those consequences can be very detrimental to your business, which is why it is important to understand the legal issues...
If you are like many Detroit employers, you might be hosting or attending a business party today. Maybe you already had your office party. In that case, hopefully, you followed the tips that this post covers regarding how to try to avoid behavior that could result in...
You may own a successful small business here in Michigan and have heard of the cyber attacks on large national companies like Target and Home Depot. And you may think to yourself that it is a good thing that your business is small enough that you don't have to...
Venue is a more particular question of location within a jurisdiction. Say a business in Marquette is suing a Detroit-based supplier. Venue could be proper in either city, but typically should be chosen based on where the important elements of the case occurred....
In sports, a home court is always the preferred venue for any team. Having familiar surroundings and a guaranteed advantage with friendly fans can help a team perform at its best and become successful. Business litigation will never be confused with a sporting...
