Changing your relationship status with an estranged spouse on social media to “It’s Complicated” may be an option for spouses who no longer consider themselves a couple: but failing to legally change your relationship status could have larger implications when a party to the marriage dies without a will. Under Michigan law, when a married… [Continue Reading]
Dissolving a Business Partnership
Some of the best business ideas come from partnerships among friends. In fact, many people find that a partnership is the best option for managing a business. While partnerships work well for some entrepreneurs, others discover that a business partnership is not the best working model for their business. If you are currently engaged in… [Continue Reading]
Deciding if an S Corp is a Good Fit
An S corporation is a unique corporate structure that offers the security of an LLC while allowing profits and losses to be passed directly to shareholders. An S corp structure dictates that income as well as losses by the corporation must be listed on individual shareholder tax returns, which means that the company is not required… [Continue Reading]
The Benefits of Starting a C Corp
One of the most difficult decisions questions that any entrepreneur faces when starting a new business is what type of business structure to utilize. One of the many types of possible business structures is the C corp, which offers some distinct advantages over other structures, such as LLCs or S Corps. The following are some… [Continue Reading]
Alternative Dispute Resolution for Business
Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) refers to a variety of techniques, including arbitration, mediation, and negotiation, that are used to resolve legal disputes and avoid more traditional methods like litigation. ADR is often a more effective approach than negotiation when corporate entities are involved. The following will review some of the primary advantages offered by alternative… [Continue Reading]
Advice on Dissolving a Partnership
If one of the members of a business partnership wants to end the relationship, the law prohibits simply closing a company’s doors. Instead, the dissolution of a partnership is required. Dissolution helps to make sure that none of the partners remain liable for the company’s cash flow, debts, taxes, or any other lingering business concerns.… [Continue Reading]
Common Obstacles Faced by Start Up Companies
Start ups offer an exciting opportunity to for ambitious entrepreneurs. With the opportunities for growth that these ventures present, however, there are also numerous obstacles that can arise along the way. This article reviews some of the most common mistakes that we see start ups make. Hopefully, by reading about these various challenges, you can… [Continue Reading]
Understanding Michigan Non-Compete Agreements
There is a substantial amount of paperwork involved in the on-boarding process for a new employee. One of the documents that a new employee may be asked to sign is a non-compete agreement. Some people do not give a a second thought before signing a non-compete agreement, but for many, that could prove to be… [Continue Reading]
The Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act
Freedom of religion is one of the most protected rights in the United States. Among the laws that uphold this right are the First Amendment, which prohibits the government from making any law advocating or inhibiting the practice of religion. The Federal government has also passed several other laws that are designed to protect religious… [Continue Reading]
How Personal Liability Arises in a Corporate Setting
One of the most advantageous aspects of the Michigan Business Corporations Act and the Limited Liability Act is that protection is created for a business owner’s assets if a company defaults on its loans or has a judgment against it. If a business owner fails to adhere to the law and pierces the corporate veil,… [Continue Reading]
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