On Friday, January 25, the D.C. Circuit ruled that President Obama’s January 2012 appointments to…
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Today, a bipartisan group of eight senators announced a proposal to reform the nation’s immigration…
Congress was not the only busy legislative body in December. Our state legislature also passed,…
Warrantless Entry Allowed In Response to 911 Call Where There is Evidence of Injury
January 16, 2013
Have you ever wondered, as a parent, as a child, or perhaps as a college…
Supreme Court Offers Comfort to Owners of Dams and Water Control Facilities
January 15, 2013
In a ruling that has important implications for the hydropower industry, municipal water control systems,…
Sixth Circuit Affirms Dismissal of “Reverse” Racial Discrimination Claim Against Cracker Barrel
January 14, 2013
In Martinez v. Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Inc., Case No. 11-2189 (6th Cir. Jan. 10,…
Congress extended through the end of 2013 the popular “charitable IRA transfer.” This permits individuals who…
In 1957 the Michigan Supreme Court observed that “as the Water Wonderland acquires more population…
On March 4, 2013, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will begin accepting applications for…
Michigan’s “bare bones” arbitration laws have been given more definition by legislation passed in the…
On December 27, 2012, HR-4753 was signed into law by Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder. As stated in…
How Large Employers, Full Time Employees will be Determined for Affordable Care Act
January 2, 2013
Under the Affordable Care Act, beginning in 2014, a “large employer” will be required to…
The Michigan Business Law Journal Vol. 33, Issue 2 Your client (or even you) failed…
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Cite Possible “Negative Implications” to Side with Big Banks
January 2, 2013
In a lawsuit alleging that several banks violated Michigan’s County Real Estate Transfer Tax Act…
Beginning January 1, 2013, manufacturers and importers of certain medical devices will be required by…
Churches are good candidates for cell towers and antennas. As the Los Angeles Times pointed…
On December 11, 2012, the Michigan House passed and Governor Snyder signed HB 4003 and…
Those who own waterfront property adjacent to a road-end frequently encounter issues related to public…
In an important decision for Michigan’s public universities and proponents of affirmative action, the full…
People have always been drawn to the water, so it is no surprise that many…