Detroit Business Law – Resources for Metro-Detroit Businesses
Resources for Metro-Detroit Businesses
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 …
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 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 MoreAn estimated 95% of lawsuits brought in Michigan are settled out-of-court, without ever going to trial. Trial preparation is expensive and fears of excessive verdicts are a major motivating factor …
Settlement Discussions: What You Say Will Not Be Held Against You Read MoreThe Michigan Sales Representatives Commission Act (“SRCA”), MCLA 600.2961, (Click here to view) provides protection for sales representatives from the company he is selling for (“principal”). The statute provides that …
The Impact of Reicher v SET on The Michigan Sales Representatives Commission Act Read MoreWhen entering into agreements with larger business entities, whether it be to lease a photocopier or host your website, for example, it is critical that you read the entire agreement, …
Forum Selection Clauses Read MoreA typical lawsuit seeks the court’s aid in collecting monetary damages where there has been injury to property or person or one individual has failed to live up to their …
WHAT IS A PRELIMINARY INJUNCTION Read MoreUnder the Bullard Plawecki Employee Right to Know Act, employees are entitled to review their personnel records, make copies of those records, and file written statements clarifying or protesting any …
What You Need to Know About the Bullard Plawecki Employee Right to Know Act Read MoreEmployees normally have three years to file a lawsuit for discrimination under Michigan law. The Statute of Limitations for a breach of contract case is six years. However, Michigan courts …
Shortening the Time Period for Discharged Employees to Bring Suit Read More