Salary Secrecy and the Law
Many corporations and even small businesses admonish their employees not to discuss their salaries. Some employers even threaten sanctions, including firing, for those who discuss their salaries with other employees. What rights do employees have in [...]
New IRS Form Helps Charities Apply for 501(c)(3) status
The Internal Revenue Service rolled out a new, shorter application form for charities that are applying for 501(c)(3) status. The form, which was published in July of 2014, appears to be a useful tool for [...]
When that Flat in London Nearly Deflated Us: Inheritance Issues on Foreign Assets
Estate taxes can be a complicated issue, even when all of your earnings and property are solely in the United States. When you choose to purchase property abroad, and particularly if you are domiciled abroad, [...]
Intricacies of Workplace Discrimination
There are many legal aspects to being an employer. Employers must ensure that they are in compliance with the various state and federal regulations that govern workplaces. Two areas of compliance that are particularly complex [...]
Keeping Invasive Species Out of Michigan
Invasive species are a hot topic, here in Michigan, as well in other states. Invasive species are non-native plants and animals that enter the Michigan environment. Typically, these species are hardier than some of our [...]
Making Joint Ventures Work
Access to new markets and customers, leveraging of existing knowhow, and the development and exploitation of new technology: all are really good reasons to start a joint venture with that new potential business partner your [...]
