As Michigan continues to reopen, most business owners are searching for ways to limit liability should COVID-19 spread throughout the workplace. Employer liability waivers have historically been implemented to release business owners from liabilities…
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President Donald Trump passed an extension of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), giving small business owners until Aug. 8 to apply for aid while they weather the COVID-19 pandemic. The president approved the extension because there is more than…
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Last week the Small Business Administration (SBA) released significant guidance governing the forgiveness of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans, and the release of new Form 3508 for borrowers to use in requesting said forgiveness. Although the g…
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A plan to distribute $20 million in small business sustainability grants using federal CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security) Act funding is available to Macomb County small business owners who meet certain criteria.
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The coronavirus pandemic has unfortunately been a time of fear and uncertainty for many. As a result, some retailers have engaged in price-gouging on products throughout the country. Since early March when COVID-19 concerns became present in Michigan…
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Why you should read the Centers for Disease Control school reopening recommendations for yourself and not rely on paraphrased social media posts for important recommendations.
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With the COVID-19 pandemic affecting employment numbers, some entrepreneurs may consider starting a new business. The expertise that attorneys bring to business owners is invaluable, especially when launching a startup. This may leave some wondering,…
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Recently, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020-74, which temporarily suspends requirements for in-person notarizations, and allows transactions that require a notary to be completed via two-way, real-time audiovisual technol…
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Today, the Small Business Administration (SBA) issued a new FAQ that addressed a concern raised by small businesses owners who had applied for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)-forgivable loans. Borrowers are required to certify on their application…
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Yesterday, Michigan’s Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020-77, which extends the Michigan Stay Home, Stay Safe order through May 28. However, the Governor’s order allows manufacturing workers to resume work on Monday, May 11. Und…
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