Detroit Business Law – Resources for Metro-Detroit Businesses
Resources for Metro-Detroit Businesses
Many contracts have default provisions. These provisions set forth what actions or inaction must occur for a party to default under the Agreement and for the non-defaulting party to be …
Effective Cross Default Provisions Read MoreEach December, the IRS sets the mileage reimbursement rate for the following year. If businesses choose to reimburse their employees for work-related driving, this is the rate at which such …
2010 IRS Mileage Reimbursement Rate Read MoreIn recent weeks, there has been significant media coverage of the Asian carp issue in Chicago-area waterways. Many governments and groups are concerned that unless some drastic action is taken, …
The Asian Carp Dispute Read MoreThe Michigan Legislature has passed a bill which bans smoking in almost all indoor public venues. This ban has been in the works for a long time; many other States …
Michigan Smoking Ban – Summary of House Bill No. 4377 Read MoreContrary to popular belief, employers are not obligated to provide severance pay upon an employee’s termination of employment due to a layoff. If an employer does choose to provide severance …
What You Need to Know About Severance Agreements Read MoreSometimes it’s easier to agree to something verbally, rather than put the agreement in writing. This is not usually a good business practice, however, because many problems can arise from …
Always Get it in Writing… Understanding the Statute of Frauds Read MoreIn 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 …
A Contract Could Effect Damages in a Lawsuit Read MoreArbitration is often a better choice for the parties than litigation in court, because arbitration is often completed more quickly and with less legal expenses than a lawsuit in court. …
Challenging an Arbitration Award Read MoreIf 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 …
So You Want to Buy a Bar… Read MoreIn 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 …
Don’t Sign Away Unrelated Rights on Release Agreements Read More