A recent study by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers revealed that divorce attorneys have noticed a significant uptick in prenuptial agreements in recent years. Once thought to be only a problem of the rich and famous, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements...
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...
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...
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...
All your attention during a divorce will likely be on the proceedings. However, once everything is final, you should then turn your attention to updating important estate planning documents. After all, you want to make sure your ex does not receive all your money and...
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...
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...
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...
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...
In its lame duck session of 2016, the legislature passed a package of bills abolishing Michigan dower. Effective 90 days from the date the bills are signed by the governor and filed with the Secretary of State, transfers of real estate in Michigan will no longer be...