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This memorable line from Charles Dickens’ A Tale of Two Cities, published in 1859, could…
Raising Capital? Don’t Forget About SEC Filings (It’s Not as Difficult as It Sounds)
October 6, 2015
The mention of “securities law and regulations” is a common, but daunting phrase that many…
Originally published by Michigan Farm News on September 1, 2015; republished with permission. In a recent decision, the…
This column was originally published in the Grand Rapids Business Journal on September 25, 2015. On October 1,…
Convertible debt (a loan that converts into equity upon the closing of a round of…
In 2009, a federal court ruling required pesticide users to now apply for a National…
The Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers’ “Waters of the United States” Rule…
Every startup begins with high hopes. You and your co-founders are “all in,” fully committed…
New Regulations Expected this Fall May Limit Valuation Discounts in Certain Asset Transfers
August 17, 2015
For high-net worth individuals – particularly those whose assets include closely-held business interests or family…
Don’t Be Injured in a Boating Accident: The End of Summer Does Not Mean the End of Boating Safety
August 15, 2015
The State of Michigan is in the heart of four of the Great Lakes. In…
This article was originally published in Michigan Farm News in July 2015. Most farms have ditches to…
For decades Michigan courts have been called upon to decide whether a waterfront easement, platted…
Changes to Michigan Nonprofit Corporation Act Expand Liability Protection, Authorize New Election Procedures, Ease Voting Thresholds
August 7, 2015
Michigan Nonprofit Corporation Act Enhances Liability Protection and Streamlines Election Procedures As you may have…
Key Tax Compliance Provisions Included in the Surface Transportation and Veterans Health Care Choice Involvement of 2015
August 3, 2015
On Friday, July 31, 2015, President Barack Obama signed HR 3236, the “Surface Transportation and…
Changes to the Terms of BCBSM’s Administrative Services Contracts in the Wake of Hidden Fees Suits
July 21, 2015
Effective January 1, 2016, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (“BCBSM”) will implement significant changes…
Originally published in Michigan Farm News, July 2015. The agricultural community seems poised and ready to start…
The Supreme Court’s recent decision in Obergefell v. Hodges establishes a national right to same-sex marriage and…
June 26, 2015. A date that will undoubtedly be added to our history books and…
Business Processing Debit Card Payment Held Liable for Failure to Obtain Written Authorization
June 26, 2015
With the increasing use of debit cards to pay for goods and services comes risk…