Dawda PLC and Edward Dawda Receive Recognition in Chambers and Partners’ Prestigious Global Legal Rankings
Dawda PLC is pleased to announce the continued recognition of our Founding Member, Edward Dawda, who maintains his distinguished Band 1 ranking in Chambers and Partners' 2025 legal directory. [...]
Dawda PLC’s John Mucha III Receives Prestigious Litigation Excellence Award
Dawda PLC is proud to announce that John Mucha III, a distinguished Member of our firm, has been honored with the Litigation Excellence Award from the State Bar of [...]
Major Changes to Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Requirements
In a significant development for corporate compliance, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has issued an interim final rule that fundamentally alters the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements [...]
Michigan’s Earned Sick Time Act: Compliance Alert for Employers
We have received a lot of questions about Michigan's newly implemented Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA), which took effect on February 21, 2025. This significant legislative development warrants immediate [...]
Embracing Evolution: Dawda Marks Three Decades of Legal Excellence with Refined Brand Identity
As we commemorate our 30th anniversary serving the Michigan business community and beyond, we are pleased to introduce a refined expression of our identity that honors our heritage while [...]
Dawda Attorneys Named Among DBusiness Top Lawyers 2025
We're pleased to announce that 21 Dawda attorneys have been recognized in DBusiness Magazine's 2025 Top Lawyers list. This prestigious recognition reflects our firm's commitment to excellence across multiple [...]
Dawda Attorneys Shine in 2024 Michigan Super Lawyers Rankings
We're proud to announce that 21 Dawda attorneys have been recognized in the 2024 Michigan Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists—a testament to our firm's commitment to excellence and [...]
Key Considerations for Outdoor Seating Areas In Commercial Leases
This article was first published in the SBM Real Property Law Section E-Newsletter and was written by Todd A. Schafer One element of the landlord tenant relationship that has [...]
Navigating the New Overtime Rule: What Employers Need to Know
As of July 1, the Department of Labor (DOL) has implemented a new overtime rule, significantly altering the landscape for employers and employees alike. This rule, which increases the minimum [...]
Navigating the New Legal Landscape: Implications of the Supreme Court’s Chevron Doctrine Decision
In its recent decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo/Relentless, Inc. V. Department of Commerce, the Supreme Court struck down the Chevron doctrine; a seismic shift in the American regulatory [...]
PFAS Reporting Rule: Navigating the New Landscape of Chemical Compliance
The Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) finalization of the Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) TSCA Section 8(a)(7) reporting rule in accordance with the National Defense Authorization Act of 2020 marks a [...]
Secure Your Investment: Crafting Effective Commercial Leases
Commercial leases are the foundation of a successful property portfolio. They do not only address rent collection, they also deal with issues that impact the long-term health and profitability of [...]
Structuring Effective Buy-Sell Agreements following the Connelly Est. v. IRS Decision
The recent United States Supreme Court decision in Connelly Est. v. Internal Revenue Service contains significant implications for the structuring of buy-sell agreements and business valuations. This landmark ruling emphasizes [...]
BLOOMFIELD HILLS LAW FIRM, Dawda, CELEBRATES CONTINUED EXCELLENCE IN 2024 CHAMBERS USA RANKINGS FOR REAL ESTATE
Bloomfield Hills, MI — Dawda, a premier full-service business law firm, proudly announces its continued recognition among the nation’s elite law firms in the real estate sector, as highlighted in [...]
Balancing Act: Navigating the Legal Challenges After the “Partial” Repeal of the Corporate Transparency Act
In the wake of the recent judicial developments surrounding the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), professionals and businesses nationwide find themselves in an interesting position. The CTA, initially enacted with bipartisan [...]
New reporting requirements for small businesses under the Corporate Transparency Act
As of January 1, 2024, many entities conducting business in the United States will face new reporting requirements for both the entity itself, and those individuals who exercise "substantial control" [...]
Major Change In Land Use Laws For Solar And Wind Developments
Land use approvals for solar and wind developments will no longer be subject to spotty and sometimes arbitrary local zoning ordinances. They will now be approved under new renewable energy [...]
Dawda Announces its 2023 Super Lawyers
Dawda is proud to announce that several of its attorneys have been recognized as Super Lawyers for 2023. Super Lawyers is a premier rating service that recognizes outstanding lawyers who [...]
The Evolving Landscape of Premises Liability: Open and Obvious Clause Post Kandil-Elsayed
The doctrine of "open and obvious" was a hallmark of premises liability litigation for years. Essentially, it shielded landowners from responsibility when dangers on their property were obvious enough that [...]
The U.S. Supreme Court Affirms IRS Authority to Request Financial Records without Notification
In a recent landmark decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), confirming the IRS has the ability to request financial records from banks [...]
