Creating a will ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes after you pass away. But before a will is considered valid under Michigan law, the person making it must have testamentary capacity. That means you have the mental fitness to understand what...
When you enter into a partnership or form a corporation or an LLC, you expect everyone involved to act in the best interests of the company. That expectation forms a fiduciary duty, a legal obligation that requires honesty, transparency, and loyalty among the owners,...
When you're involved in a construction project, you expect a certain level of quality and reliability. But what if something goes wrong and there's no specific language in the contract to address it? In Michigan construction law, certain legal obligations are built...
In Michigan probate cases, family members or others sometimes claim that the deceased made verbal promises about distributing property, changing a will, or forgiving debts. But how can a court verify these claims when the only person who can confirm or deny them is no...
Estate planning is meant to give peace of mind, ensuring your wishes are carried out after you're gone. But sometimes, disputes arise when family members or beneficiaries believe someone unfairly influenced a vulnerable person to change their will, trust, or other...
Construction projects in Michigan bring together property owners, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and design professionals. With so many moving parts, it's no surprise that disputes can arise. These construction disputes often involve disagreements about...
Buying a business is a major investment, and you expect the seller to be upfront about what you're getting. In Michigan, however, sellers are not generally required to provide a formal disclosure when selling a business, unlike in residential real estate. Still, that...
If you sell property in Michigan through a land contract, you're giving the buyer the right to live on and use the property while making payments directly to you. The buyer doesn't immediately receive the legal title. Instead, the legal title is transferred only after...
There has been an amendment to the Michigan Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA) in 2025 that directly impacts employers across the state. The law, designed to ensure employees can take necessary sick leave without fear of losing their jobs, has been updated to expand...
When multiple family members inherit a property, especially without a clear will or estate plan, disagreements can easily arise. One sibling might want to keep the home, another might want to sell it, and a third might be unreachable. These situations often lead to...
When you sign a contract, you rely on the written words to define your rights and obligations. But what happens when a dispute arises and the parties disagree about what the contract actually means? That's where courts step in. Judges are often asked to decide how a...
If you work in construction, getting paid on time matters just as much as doing the work right. Whether you are a contractor, subcontractor, or supplier, payment terms in your construction contract can affect your cash flow and financial stability. Two clauses that...
Land contracts are a common way to buy and sell property in Michigan, especially when traditional financing is not an option. Instead of a bank loan, you agree to make payments directly to the seller over time. That setup can work well, but problems arise when...
When someone passes away, their estate doesn't automatically distribute itself. Michigan law requires an executor to handle the estate affairs. However, not every executor fulfills their responsibilities properly. Some might delay necessary filings, mismanage funds,...
Shareholder disputes often arise when personal relationships break down, business interests diverge, or profits are handled unfairly. When that happens, majority owners might take advantage of their control to freeze out or exploit minority shareholders, leading to...