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Social media use in the workplace is no longer occasional or incidental. With over 73% of the U.S. population active on at least one social media platform, it is a regular part of our everyday lives. Social media use in the workplace is no exception.…
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For many Americans, retirement accounts like IRAs and 401(k)s represent a significant portion of their assets. Because of a historically high federal estate tax exemption, few Americans will face estate taxes after death. However, the true planning o…
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At first glance, rising insurance premiums might seem like good news for insurance agents, who are typically paid on commission. But the reality is far more complicated. Property and casualty insurance agents generally fall into two categories: indep…
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It’s not unusual for someone to provide personal care for an incapacitated or elderly family member. It’s just something we do for each other if we can. Sometimes we even leave our jobs and our homes to provide that care, and that can create fina…
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On May 1, 2026, Evan Chall served as the alumni speaker at Eastern Michigan University’s Winter 2026 Honors College graduation ceremony. In his remarks, Evan reflected on the role EMU played in his academic and professional development, and he enco…
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A disagreement between business partners used to live in meeting notes, paper files, and conversations behind closed doors. Now? It often lives in inboxes, text threads, shared drives, Slack messages, screenshots, and social media posts. Most busines…
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A quick checklist to help you avoid common wage-and-hour and payroll pitfalls. In recognition of National Small Business Week, here are four payroll “gotchas” I see come up again and again—along with a few practical reminders to help you stay o…
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Michigan business owners, especially those in the manufacturing and agricultural sectors, have been impacted by tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The US Supreme Court recently declared those particular tar…
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Department of Labor grades University of Tennessee on FMLA compliance. On April 16, 2026, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced its recovery of back wages for a former University of Tennessee auditor. The DOL found that the employee was forced…
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When Taylor Swift released her latest album, part of what stood out wasn’t just the music. It was how existing works and legacies were built into something new. In one track, Swift draws on George Michael’s “Father Figure.” Interpolating a so…
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