The recent passage of state marijuana decriminalization proposals by voters in Colorado and Washington has attracted national attention, placing important federalism questions back in the spotlight. But did you know that Detroit voters recently appro…
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It seems that everywhere I turn these days, the “buzz” is about the “Fiscal Cliff.” The news media has taken to predictions of collapse and chaos like nothing since the dreaded Y2K Millennium Bug. Businesses and individuals alike are being ca…
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As I announced a few weeks back, Wright Beamer is delighted to have welcomed two new attorneys over the past few months. The need to configure properly to accommodate our growth, coupled with favorable market opportunities, drove our decision to relo…
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Confused about when to pay an employee’s travel expenses? You’re not alone. When travel goes beyond the traditional commute, knowing what to cover can be tricky. Regardless of the situation, the most important question to ask is whether the trave…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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