The saying goes, "The family that prays together, stays together." But what about families that work together? Some have been able to build successful enterprises that last for generations, whereas others fall apart from problem after problem.You can cut out a lot of...
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Business formation types that limit personal liability
When you legally establish your own small business, the type of business structure you ultimately choose will affect everything from how you govern your company to how you file your taxes. In other words, it is an important, impactful decision, and the more you...
How to handle a wage dispute with a boss first
Wage disputes are sadly quite common. One report from the Economic Policy Institute found that employers around the United States steal billions from their employees' paychecks each year. When employees end up in the middle of a wage dispute, they have many options...
Different approaches to resolving shareholder disputes
No business is immune from shareholder disputes. Take the recent case of Royal Dutch Shell, which recently had to contend with a dispute involving shareholders feeling concerned about how the majority shareholder conducted matters with the Blackpool Football Club.For...
Do I need a lawyer to set up my business in Farmington Hills?
If you are planning to set up a small or medium-sized business in the Farmington Hills area, you likely have many different issues you are facing simultaneously. Business formation is a complex process and requires countless decisions, both big and small, for the...
When to call in a lawyer on a contract dispute
Contracts form the basis for protecting parties in an agreement. When disputes arise, sometimes the parties are able to resolve the issue through their own discussions. In many situations, however, the parties are unable to find a shared solution to the contract...
Do I have to pay my children who work for the family business?
Lots of discretion Parents who own their businesses and employ their children have a lot of legal discretion when it comes to how they handle the situation. However, if you are in doubt about whether a practice is legal, it can a good idea to consult a lawyer. An...
Thinking of Starting a Tech Enterprise in Detroit?: Now’s The Time
It's a Great Time to Start a Tech Business in DetroitIt's a great time to start a business in Detroit. Factors such as a climate of innovation, a vibrant support network for entrepreneurs, and access to capital make now as good a time as ever to pursue your dream of...
It’s A Great Time To Start A Business In Detroit
Demonstrating that all things really do come back around if you give it enough time, the greater Detroit area's economy is on the upswing despite the continued shrinkage of our auto manufacturing sector. According to Inc.com, five good reasons to start a business...
What Did You Buy This Holiday Season?
Between Fitbit's, iPad's, Doc McStuffins check-up kits and numerous other goodies, an estimated $601.8 Billion was spent at retailers this past holiday season.The end of the year is a busy time for business transactions as well, especially for those business owners...