Detroit Business Law – Resources for Metro-Detroit Businesses
Resources for Metro-Detroit Businesses
Back in the spring, I wrote a blog post offering guidance to businesses about the potential impact of Michigan’s Stay-at-Home Executive Order, which was issued in an effort to curb …
Michigan Supreme Court Destabilizes Legal Framework Surrounding COVID-19-related Executive Orders Read MoreAs everybody is well-aware by now, on Monday, the Governor of Michigan issued an executive order, Executive Order 2020-21 (COVID-19), requiring that Michigan residents and most workers stay at home, …
Does Michigan’s Stay-at-Home Executive Order Mean My Business Has to Close Its Doors Completely? Read MoreOn Tuesday, March 10, Governor Whitmer declared Michigan a state of emergency, as the first positive case of COVID-19 was confirmed. While a state of emergency enables the state to …
COVID-19 and Legal Considerations in Michigan Read MoreWith multiple cases of coronavirus now confirmed in the state of Michigan, many business owners probably have questions as to how COVID-19 might affect their business. Below is a useful …
Coronavirus and Its Impact on Your Business Read MoreEmployee handbooks are important to businesses. Not only do they set forth expectations between the employer and employee, they protect employers. Clear policies and procedures can prevent liability and limit …
Employee Handbook May Minimize the Chance of Litigation Read MoreBring Your Own Device (“BYOD”) refers to the policy of permitting employees to bring personally owned mobile devices (laptops, tablets, and smart phones) to their workplace, and to use those …
BYOD Policies Need To Be Discussed Sooner Rather Than Later Read MoreThere is an old adage in show business that “The show must go on” under all circumstances. For those who have mastered their craft their audience will still go away …
BUSINESS INSTABILITY Read MoreSo what are the pitfalls you must avoid in running a business? 1. Lack of planning. You need a track to run on. In its simplest form, you MUST anticipate …
Pitfalls To Avoid In Running A Business Read MoreSection 4205 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires that standard menu items at qualifying chain restaurants and vending machines have proper nutrition labeling. Section 4205 mandates …
Restaurants Need To Prepare For FDA’s Menu-Labeling Rules Read MoreMost people understand that they cannot open a hotel called “Holiday Inn” nor could they make their own computer and market it with the logo of an apple. This is …
Trademark Law May Prevent Using Your Name in Your Business’ Name Read More