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Author: Melissa Demorest LeDuc, Attorney

Attorney / Contracts / Legal Updates / Litigation

A Contract Could Effect Damages in a Lawsuit

November 18, 2009July 3, 2012 - by Melissa Demorest LeDuc, Attorney

In a previous article we had examined the fact that the Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed the common law principle that contract provisions that shorten the statutory period for bringing …

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Business Formation

Overview of the Professional Entity

November 11, 2009February 22, 2014 - by Melissa Demorest LeDuc, Attorney

In Michigan, persons in a learned profession requiring a license or other legal authorization to practice, including but not limited to, physicians, dentists, attorneys, and certified public accountants, must incorporate …

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Business Formation / Tax Law

Business Purchasers: Beware of Seller’s Michigan Unemployment Tax Experience Account

November 4, 2009February 22, 2014 - by Melissa Demorest LeDuc, Attorney

If you are purchasing a Michigan business, then you need to be aware of Section 22 of the Michigan Employment Securing Act.  If you are not aware of how Section …

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New York Times Article – “Eleven Easy Ways to Destroy Your Company”

November 3, 2009 - by Melissa Demorest LeDuc, Attorney

Blogger Jay Goltz of the New York Times wrote an article recently entitled “Eleven Easy Ways to Destroy Your Company”.  This is certainly worth a read for any business owner. …

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So You Want to Buy a Bar…

October 28, 2009 - by Melissa Demorest LeDuc, Attorney

If you’re looking to buy a business, there is a lot to know before you actually make an offer.  This is especially true if you’re looking to buy a business …

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Don’t Sign Away Unrelated Rights on Release Agreements

October 21, 2009July 3, 2012 - by Melissa Demorest LeDuc, Attorney

In all aspects of business and contracting, but especially after a lawsuit has been filed or threatened, one party may approach the other party with a comprehensive release agreement as …

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Our 50th Post

October 19, 2009 - by Melissa Demorest LeDuc, Attorney

We wanted to take a moment to thank those of you who have been reading DetroitBusinessLaw.com for the past several months.  We are excited to have reached the 50 post …

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Attorney / Contracts / Real Estate Law

What Are A Dual Real Estate Agent’s Duties to the Buyer or Seller?

October 14, 2009February 22, 2014 - by Melissa Demorest LeDuc, Attorney

When purchasing or selling real property in Michigan, parties often rely on their real estate agent to guide them through the process with their best interests in mind.  However, this …

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Crain’s Detroit Article: Detroiters’ emotional attachment increases, despite economy

September 30, 2009 - by Melissa Demorest LeDuc, Attorney

In this tough economic climate, a little good news for our City is welcomed.  Detroit has been at the forefront of the hardship our country has faced for the past …

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“Tis the Season”

September 17, 2009 - by Melissa Demorest LeDuc, Attorney

One of the most common mistakes made by many accountants or financial advisors is their failure to adequately prepare a client for federal and state income tax balances due. This …

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