Michigan has dramatically simplified the process for legally changing one’s name for reasons other than marriage. The new rules turn what was a months-long process into one that can be completed in days or weeks. Previously, the process involved a…
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On February 26, 2026, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Chair Andrea Lucas sent a letter to the CEOs, general counsel, and board chairs of Fortune 500 companies reminding them of their companies’ obligations under Title VII of the…
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The Sixth Circuit reminder on employer responses to harassment claims. A recent Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals decision offers important guidance for employers when responding to workplace harassment complaints. In Hamm v. Pullman SST, Inc., the Cour…
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Precision, clarity, and the law. March 4th marks National Grammar Day for anyone looking to celebrate the English language. It also presents an opportunity to highlight the importance of word choice and grammar for lawyers in particular. In law, a mi…
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And other bad ways to fire an employee Running a business means juggling revenue, operations, clients, and people—often all at once. When you realize an employee needs to be let go, it can feel like one problem too many. That’s understandable. Bu…
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Brand new this year, 530A Accounts (also known as “Trump Accounts”) are an innovative tool for families considering options for their kids’ financial futures and potential estate planning moves for themselves. These tax-deferred savings account…
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Wright Beamer secures victory at every level – including the Supreme Court. In 2024, Evan Chall represented the Defendants, a local transportation company and its owner, in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan. The…
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Most employers don’t set out to violate civil rights laws. Problems usually come from policies that are outdated, borrowed from templates, or enforced inconsistently as a business grows. The challenge is that both Michigan and federal laws focus le…
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New Michigan law targets online ticket bots. Michiganders looking forward to attending concerts and other live events this year will be encouraged to hear about the new state law aimed at curbing the use of automated bots to purchase tickets. The Onl…
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Since returning to office, President Donald Trump has rolled out an unprecedented number of executive orders that seek to implement his priorities in a host of arenas ranging from immigration to trade policy to foreign aid. Given the president’s ex…
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