Year: 2009

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Broadening the State Real Estate Transfer Tax

When real property is transferred in the state of Michigan, both state and county transfer taxes are assessed...

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The Impact of Reicher v SET on The Michigan Sales Representatives Commission Act

The Michigan Sales Representatives Commission Act (“SRCA”), MCLA 600.2961, (Click here to view) provides protection for sales representatives...

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Merger Clauses –What Happens When You Forget to Include Something in the Contract?

When entering into a contract on behalf of yourself or your business, it is crucial to make sure...

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P.A. 222 of 2008: Nonprofit Corporations need Three Directors

Public Act 222 of 2008, provides that Nonprofit Corporations need Three Directors. It is important that Nonprofit Corporations...

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Jackson v Estate of Green: The Effect of a Partition Action on a Joint Tenancy

Joint tenants hold equal and undivided interests in a parcel, with a right of survivorship. When a joint...

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No Worker Left Behind Providing Training for Laid-Off Michigan Workers

The State of Michigan has a program for those laid off and looking for a fresh start. According...

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Forum Selection Clauses

When entering into agreements with larger business entities, whether it be to lease a photocopier or host your...

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McNeil v Charlevoix County: An Exception to Michigan’s Employment At-Will Doctrine

On July 21, 2009, the Michigan Supreme Court ruled in McNeil v Charlevoix County, 2009 Mich. LEXIS 1572,...

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What is a Franchise?

The sales and operation of franchises are heavily regulated under both federal and state law, but do you...

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The Joint Tax Return Ratchet

Stephen J. Dunn, a specialist in tax and estate planning issues at Demorest Law Firm, PLLC, recently wrote...

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