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Michigan Supreme Court Destabilizes Legal Framework Surrounding COVID-19-related Executive Orders

October 8, 2020October 13, 2020 - by Derek Mullins

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 …

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New Gubernatorial Executive Order Extends Deadlines for Property Tax Appeals

May 27, 2020September 8, 2020 - by Joseph DeFever

In response to COVID-19, certain local offices and government buildings have closed or have limited access. Law firms have also been required to work remotely. As a result, many taxpayers …

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In the News / Legal Updates / Real Estate Law

New Gubernatorial Order Extends Moratorium on Evictions

May 18, 2020May 18, 2020 - by Demorest Law Firm

On May 14, 2020, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued Executive Order No. 2020-85, extending the moratorium on evictions through June 11, 2020.  It orders the following: No person shall remove …

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Business Development / Legal Updates

Michigan Businesses Required to Prepare COVID-19 Preparedness and Response Plan

May 18, 2020May 18, 2020 - by Joseph DeFever

Under one of Governor Whitmer’s most recent executive orders, Executive Order 2020-77, the Governor has established clear requirements for Michigan businesses to begin operations. Sections 1-10 describe the type of …

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In the News / Legal Updates / Legislation

New Gubernatorial Order Encourages Electronic Signatures and Remote Notarization

April 10, 2020April 10, 2020 - by Demorest Law Firm

On April 8, 2020, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued Executive Order No. 2020-41 to encourage the use of electronic signatures and remote notarization, witnessing and visitation during the COVID-19 Pandemic.   …

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In the News / Legal Updates

Does Michigan’s Stay-at-Home Executive Order Mean My Business Has to Close Its Doors Completely?

March 26, 2020March 26, 2020 - by Derek Mullins

As 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, …

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Employment Law / In the News

Unemployment Insurance Agency Hosts Michigan Employer Webinars

March 20, 2020March 20, 2020 - by Demorest Law Firm

The Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) will be hosting several hour-long informational webinars for Michigan employers regarding unemployment insurance and the recent Executive Orders 2020-09 and 2020-10 signed by Governor Gretchen …

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Business Development / Employment Law / In the News

COVID-19 and Legal Considerations in Michigan

March 20, 2020March 19, 2020 - by Demorest Law Firm

On 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 …

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Business Development / Employment Law / In the News / Legal Updates

Coronavirus and Its Impact on Your Business

March 19, 2020March 19, 2020 - by Demorest Law Firm

With 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 …

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Contracts / In the News

Does Force Majeure Cover Coronavirus?

March 13, 2020March 13, 2020 - by Melissa Demorest LeDuc, Attorney

If you or an organization you’re involved in has an event scheduled over the next few weeks, it’s a good idea to reschedule or cancel the event. You may be …

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