Discovery Under The Michigan Court Rules

Discovery Under The Michigan Court Rules

Discovery is an important and beneficial process in the course of a lawsuit.  It involves each side requesting and receiving documents from the other pertaining to the case. Discovery amounts to about 50% of all litigation costs, and upwards of “90% of the costs in...
Do You Have a Potential Retaliation Claim?

Do You Have a Potential Retaliation Claim?

Were you punished because you reported your employer for a legal violation or were involved in an investigation that was adverse to your employer?  If you feel this is the case, you might have what is called a “whistleblower” or “retaliation” claim. By now, many...
What’s in a Name? – Making Sure Your Trade Name is Protected

What’s in a Name? – Making Sure Your Trade Name is Protected

Your business’ name is one of your most important advertising tools.  If you have recently started or are thinking of starting a business, you likely already know how important the name of your business is.  But more than just creating a good first impression, a name...
Is Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Right For You?

Is Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Right For You?

When filing for personal bankruptcy, one of the first decisions is which chapter to file under. This decision can partially hinge on what possessions you want to retain, and how each chapter treats those possessions. An important possession for many is their vehicle,...
Subleasing—What are the Tenant’s Responsibilities?

Subleasing—What are the Tenant’s Responsibilities?

Before assigning property under a sublease, it is important to know what you, as a tenant, could be liable for. The first step for a tenant looking to sublease is to read the original lease from the landlord. This likely will have a lot of the information on what is...