Don’t Miss the Mark

One of the most common legal questions I am asked by clients and friends is, “How do I get a trademark?” This week, I’d like to share the abridged answer with you. Any time you use a word, phrase, symbol or design that you originated, you have… Read More
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Out on Leave and Barely Missed

A recent employment discrimination case in the Ninth Circuit involved the following facts: Alice Mendoza, a bookkeeper for a church in Los Angeles, took a ten-month sick leave from her job. While she was gone, the church pastor assumed Mendoza’s du… Read More
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Michigan Recording Fees Changed as of October 1, 2016

Pursuant to Article 7 of the Michigan Constitution, each of Michigan’s 83 counties is required to have a register of deeds. With offices located in each county seat, the register of deeds is responsible for recording “instruments” (documents) i… Read More
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Beamer Kids Look to Colle…

Beamer Kids Look to College, So We Think About Rankings…

LinkedIn recently announced my 21st anniversary at Wright Beamer. Several kind-hearted connections remarked that I couldn’t possibly be old enough to have a 21-year work anniversary. Well, if you ever need a reminder that you’ve moved on to the n… Read More
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Work Stoppage Means Cash…

Work Stoppage Means Cash Stoppage: Business Interruption Insurance Helps fill the Gap

Business interruption insurance is one of the most valuable coverages available, but it is often overlooked by small business owners. Most businesses purchase property insurance to cover repairs for fires and other disasters. But what happens when a… Read More
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“Fall” into Autumn Bu…

“Fall” into Autumn Business Events

Autumn is the season of pumpkin spice, tailgating, cider mills… and business events! The following are just a few of the many unique events that are available over the next couple of months. 1st Annual CLC Cruise-In Sunday, September 11, 2016 (9 AM… Read More
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Hiring Teens: Things You…

Hiring Teens: Things You Should Know Before the First Day of Work

My oldest two children are teenagers now, and the subject of “getting a job” has been batted around our house of late. As we consider the possibilities, I’ve conducted a bit of quick research regarding what teens can and cannot do for employmen… Read More
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Avoid Litigation Through…

Avoid Litigation Through Preparation

Litigation, while sometimes unavoidable, is an expensive and time-consuming process that can produce unpredictable results. In the context of business transactions, the best way to avoid litigation is to anticipate the potential for future problems … Read More
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Michigan’s Fiduciary Ac…

Michigan’s Fiduciary Access to Digital Assets Act

Last week my colleague, Lee Flaherty, wrote about a newly enacted Michigan law that went into effect on June 27, 2016, dealing with the designation of funeral representatives. This week we want to tell you about another new Michigan law that also wen… Read More
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