Detroit Business Law – Resources for Metro-Detroit Businesses
Resources for Metro-Detroit Businesses
Recently, Michigan Governor Rick Snyder signed into law a bill to enhance the state’s business improvement zones. This is a program funded by businesses located within a given zone and …
Update to Michigan Improvement Zone Law Read MoreWhen determining whether to bring a claim against another party, it is first necessary to ensure that your potential claim is not barred by an applicable statute of limitations. Essentially, …
What Statute of Limitations Applies to Contracts for the Transfer of Property? Read MoreAs a business owner, it is absolutely vital that your certificate of insurance actually represents the coverages obtained. Your insurance agent owes a duty to you and the various additional …
Does Your Insurance Cover What You Think it Does? Read MoreThe United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit has ruled that a Michigan law that criminalizes panhandling is unconstitutional because it violates free speech rights. Since the beginning …
Sixth Circuit Overturns Michigan Panhandling Law Read MoreDemorest Law Firm, PLLC is pleased to announce that two attorneys have been selected by “Super Lawyers” for 2013. Managing Member Mark Demorest was selected as a Super Lawyer …
Two Demorest Law Firm Attorneys Selected as “Super Lawyers” for 2013 Read MoreRecently, the 6th Circuit held that volunteer firefighters who receive hourly compensation of $15 are employees for purposes of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and Family Medical Leave Act …
When is a Volunteer Really an Employee? Read MoreManaging Member of the Demorest Law Firm, PLLC Mark Demorest is pleased to announce Demorest Dispute Resolution, LLC, a mediation practice focused on resolving difficult negotiations. Mark Demorest will …
Introducing Demorest Dispute Resolution, LLC Read MoreA forum selection provision in a contract requires all litigation to be handled in a specific court, or forum (e.g. the local county court or US District Court). This type …
Choice of Forum – Which Court Should You File In? Read MoreIn the wake of the Oklahoma tornado earlier this year that has caused billions of dollars in damages, and the impending hurricane season, it is important to remind small …
Are You Prepared for Disaster? Read MoreAre you interested in starting a new business? If so, check out this article from our colleagues at Numerico, PC on the different types of costs involved. http://numerico.com/startup-costs/ Assuming …
Business Start-Up Costs Read More