If you're starting a business or considering restructuring an existing one in Michigan, choosing the right legal entity impacts how much taxes you pay, how you raise money, how you manage ownership, and how you're personally protected from liability. Many business...
If you've ever spoken out on a public issue, whether it's online, at a school board meeting, or in the media, you might not expect to be hit with a lawsuit for simply exercising your right to free speech. But that's exactly what happens in a SLAPP suit. It's often...
Every growing company runs on ideas—product formulas, customer lists, marketing strategies, and other information that gives you an edge. Once that information slips outside your walls, it loses value fast, and so do your competitive advantages. That's why...
When someone passes away, their last will and testament is meant to reflect their final wishes. But what happens if you believe the will doesn't truly represent their intentions? Or if you suspect fraud or legal technicalities might have compromised the process? In...
In simple terms, a limited partnership is a business entity that has one or more general partners who control operations and one or more limited partners who usually have minimal say in day-to-day management. A family limited partnership (FLP) takes the basic...
Asset protection refers to the legal and strategic steps you take to shield your personal or business assets from external threats, including lawsuits and creditor claims. In other words, it's about arranging your financial affairs in such a way that, if you ever face...
Have you or your loved ones experienced being the victim of online fraud? Online fraud has become an unfortunate reality for people of all ages. However, seniors are particularly at risk. As technology becomes more embedded in our daily lives, more older adults are...
Family-owned businesses form the backbone of many local economies in Michigan, from small mom-and-pop shops to larger corporations passed down through multiple generations. If you own a family business, you already know the unique advantages it can bring—strong bonds,...
Contracts are at the heart of every business relationship. Whether you're starting a new venture, entering a partnership, or expanding your operations, you need a clear, enforceable agreement that protects your interests. One shortcut many companies take is using...
When you decide to buy real estate in Michigan with one or more co-owners, you are entering into what is known as joint ownership of property. Such an arrangement can be a smart way to share costs, split financial responsibilities, and even streamline the inheritance...
If you're starting a business or considering restructuring an existing one in Michigan, choosing the right legal entity impacts how much taxes you pay, how you raise money, how you manage ownership, and how you're personally protected from liability. Many business...
If you've ever spoken out on a public issue, whether it's online, at a school board meeting, or in the media, you might not expect to be hit with a lawsuit for simply exercising your right to free speech. But that's exactly what happens in a SLAPP suit. It's often...
Every growing company runs on ideas—product formulas, customer lists, marketing strategies, and other information that gives you an edge. Once that information slips outside your walls, it loses value fast, and so do your competitive advantages. That's why...
When someone passes away, their last will and testament is meant to reflect their final wishes. But what happens if you believe the will doesn't truly represent their intentions? Or if you suspect fraud or legal technicalities might have compromised the process? In...
In simple terms, a limited partnership is a business entity that has one or more general partners who control operations and one or more limited partners who usually have minimal say in day-to-day management. A family limited partnership (FLP) takes the basic...