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...
In 2024, the average daily cost for a shared room in a Muskegon nursing home was $352, and that figure continues to rise. For many families, Medicaid is the only way to afford these long-term care expenses. But qualifying for Medicaid isn't simple. The health care...
If you own a limited liability company (LLC) or small business in Michigan, you've probably heard about the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and its new reporting rules. The law requires companies to report beneficial ownership information (BOI) to the federal...
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...
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...
If you are buying or selling property through a Michigan land contract, you need to understand what happens if the deal falls apart. Unlike a traditional mortgage, a land contract creates a direct agreement between you and the seller. When a buyer defaults, the seller...
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,...