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 [...]

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 [...]