Is Amending Our Michigan Constitution Really a Good Idea?

Since achieving statehood in 1837, Michigan has adopted a total of four constitutions. Article 12 of the Constitution of 1963 (the version currently in effect) sets forth the detailed procedure by which amendments to the constitution are to be propos… Read More
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“Pure Michigan” Excitement

Wright Beamer recently had the pleasure of hosting a table at a dynamic presentation by Michael Finney, president and CEO of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. The event was organized by the Livonia and Greater Farmington Area Chambers of… Read More
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Wright Beamer Welcomes Two New Attorneys

At Wright Beamer, we continually strive to deliver timely, cost-effective solutions for our clients’ legal and business problems. To do that, we maintain a strong team of lawyers and administrative professionals with diverse skills and practice bac… Read More
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The Indemnity Monster

In this month of ghosts, goblins and all things spooky, beware of the scariest of legal terms: “indemnification.” It’s a big word with big consequences and its power is often overlooked. Here’s the 411 on the term and ways to keep it from sca… Read More
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How to Defer Paying Capital Gains Taxes

In this ‘In the Know’ segment, attorney LeClair L. Flaherty discusses your options for deferring capital gains tax in real estate transactions, and how Wright Beamer Attorneys can help. Read More
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Election 2012

More than a few people have argued that the upcoming election is one of the most important in our lifetime. In addition to the presidential election, voters will be faced with a multitude of candidates vying for federal, state and local office, along… Read More
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Caution to Nonprofits Engaging in Political Activity

As we enter the home stretch in this election cycle, both excitement and concern are mounting for many nonprofits. The temptation may be strong for them to speak out with regard to issues affecting their interests, and perhaps even to comment on indi… Read More
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Protecting Yourself From Tax Scammers

In this ‘In the Know’ segment, attorney Dirk Beamer of Wright Beamer talks about how to avoid tax scammers, particularly thieves who claim to be from the IRS Read More
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Who Calls the Shots? Sovereign States, Not Sovereign Cities

Michigan voters face a host of ballot initiatives this November, including a proposal to repeal the State’s controversial Emergency Manager Law (formally known as Public Act 4). The law gives state-appointed Emergency Manager’s broad power to con… Read More
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9/11: A Statement Unto Itself

I had already begun to write about a topical piece of proposed legislation for this week’s “Now You Know It” when I noticed that the publication date was set for “9/11.” At that moment, I had “the” reaction; the one we all have when we… Read More
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