COVID-19 Vaccine Considerations for Business Owners

Biotech firms Pfizer and BioNTech announced on Nov. 9 that their COVID-19 vaccine has demonstrated evidence of 90 percent efficacy against the disease. As the world continues to move closer to a vaccine that will prevent the spread of the coronavirus…
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All Business Owners Should Update Their Corporate Records Every Year

Maintaining a company's corporate records is a must, especially if you're trying to avoid legal troubles and issues with the IRS and creditors. Regardless of the size or type of business, all owners should update their corporate records every year.
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Supreme Court Extends Landlord/Tenant Order Through 2020

On Oct. 22, the Supreme Court approved amendments to Administrative Order 2020-17 (landlord/tenant), which extends compliance through the end of 2020 while the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) order halting evictions for nonpayment of rent cases is…
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Will Insurance Cover COVID-19 Interruption Loss in Michigan?

As business owners attempt to financially recoup from the mandatory state shutdown and the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, some may look for alternative ways to add to their bottom line, including filing a claim against their insurer for i…
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New Laws Protect Workers from Spread of COVID-19 and Businesses that Implement Safety Measures

Governor Gretchen Whitmer recently signed House Bills 6030, 6031, and 6032 into law. The new laws protect Michigan workers from the spread of COVID-19 and businesses that implement safety measures to keeps workers, customers, and their families safe.…
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MDHHS Extends Emergency Order in Effort to Contain Spread of COVID-19

On Oct. 29, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) revised and extended its epidemic order to contain the spread of COVID-19, as Michigan continues to see a surge in cases, hospitalizations, and deaths. New provisions target ind…
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MIOSHA Issues Emergency Rules to Protect Workers Against COVID-19

On Oct. 14, the Michigan Occupational Health and Safety Administration (MIOSHA) issued emergency rules meant to protect employees from COVID-19 while at work. Governor Gretchen Whitmer concurred in the finding of the Department of Labor and Economic…
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Employers Should Prepare to Answer FFCRA Questions

The Department of Labor’s new media campaign surrounding the COVID-19 sick and family leave under the Families First Coronavirus Relief Act (FFCRA) may attract the attention of some of your employees, and as a result, business owners and employ…
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Applying for Loan Forgiveness May Not Be as Simple as Business Owners Think

If you’re a business owner with a Small Business Administration (SBA) Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan, it may be time for you to apply for loan forgiveness from your lender if you haven’t already. Applying for loan forgiveness may not be a…
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How the Supreme Court Ruling Affects Business Owners

On Oct. 2, the Michigan Supreme Court struck down Public Act 302 of 1945, a statute under which Governor Gretchen Whitmer has issued numerous executive orders this year to curb the spread of COVID-19. The court’s decision is likely to have widespre…
Categories: Business, Covid 19
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