Keeping Your Trade Secret…

Keeping Your Trade Secrets a Secret

A trade secret is confidential information that is legally protected, used in a business, and gives your company a competitive edge. The most famous examples include the formula for Coca-Cola, Google’s search algorithm, and the New York Times’ sy… Read More
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A Little Bit of Thanks

A Little Bit of Thanks

Over the years, Wright Beamer has enjoyed providing the best legal service possible to our wonderful clients. But what makes that possible is the people who fill our office every day: our team. Nothing makes our firm successful as well as the teamwor… Read More
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As the Smoke Clears

As the Smoke Clears

If you did not hear the news last week, you will be interested to know that the Michigan Court of Appeals issued a very important decision regarding the use of medical marijuana in the workplace. In Eplee v. City of Lansing, the Court determined that… Read More
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Things to Know (About Our Friends!): Marty Talty

If you’ve ever met Marty Talty, it wouldn’t surprise you to learn that he is being honored as this year’s Livonia First Citizen by the Livonia Chamber of Commerce. His commitment to Livonia and his efforts to improve the community made him an e… Read More
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Having Your “Day in Court” Outside of the Courtroom

According to some recent studies, less than three percent of all civil cases result in a trial. So, if ninety-seven percent of cases are resolved before trial, what are the means by which that happens? Enter alternative dispute resolution, or “ADR.… Read More
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Having Your “Day in Court” Outside of the Courtroom

According to some recent studies, less than three percent of all civil cases result in a trial. So, if ninety-seven percent of cases are resolved before trial, what are the means by which that happens? Enter alternative dispute resolution, or “ADR… Read More
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Making All the Difference

Making All the Difference

The Livonia Chamber of Commerce has made a tradition of kicking off the new year with a banquet dinner celebrating everything that makes Livonia great! Each February, the Chamber spotlights outstanding individuals making a difference in the community… Read More
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Lame-Duckery

Lame-Duckery

Michigan is one of only a handful of states in the U.S. that do not limit legislative session days after the November election, a situation which lends itself to biennial lame-duck shenanigans. In the final days of 2018, our 99th legislature garnered… Read More
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Things to Know (About Us!…

Things to Know (About Us!): Julie Cotant

For a third year, Mercy High School of Farmington Hills brought together its senior class and alumnae for an inimitable luncheon. This illuminating experience allows former students a chance to welcome the graduating class into the ranks of the Alumn… Read More
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Breaking the (Tax) Code

The reforms in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act represent the most sweeping tax overhaul in 30 years. Here are some of the most important changes that may affect your business: Qualified Business Income Deduction. Many owners of pass-through businesses, suc… Read More
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