Are You and Your Company Impacted by the Corporate Transparency Act? The answer is probably yes, so you should pay careful attention to the information below. The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network of the United States (FinCEN) has set forth stiff…
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Michigan’s Election Laws New laws aimed at updating Michigan’s election laws should make it easier to identify political ads created by using artificial intelligence (AI). The laws, which went into effect on Feb. 13, 2024, also prohibit the distr…
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Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed bills into law creating the Clean Drinking Water Act. The Act requires the installation of water filters in childcare centers and schools in the future. House Bills 4341 and 4342 and Senate Bill 88 combined to enact t…
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Under the Americans with Disabilities Act Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), state and local governments, businesses, and nonprofit organizations generally must allow service animals to accompany people with disabilities, including work…
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A new Michigan law aims to curb the financial exploitation of senior citizens and other individuals. The law allows broker-dealers or investment providers to delay disbursement of funds or other transactions if the dealer or provider suspects that a…
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As a personal representative of an estate, it is your responsibility to carry out the wishes and manage the estate of the decedent as outlined in his or her will. This often includes administering the decedent’s digital assets. But, what is a digit…
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Estate planning is important for everyone, but it is especially vital for a person living with dementia, Alzheimer’s, or a similar disease. A newly diagnosed individual should finalize their estate plan right away so that he or she can fully engage…
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A new Michigan law amends the Revised Judicature Act to authorize an additional judge for the Macomb County Probate Court beginning Jan. 1, 2025. Currently the county has two probate judges. The addition of a third probate judgeship would be subject…
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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is forecasting drier-than-expected conditions for Michigan’s 2024 winter. Although less snow is expected than in prior years, it is still possible that the state will see some levels of snow throu…
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Business owners thinking about leasing property may wish to negotiate the lease’s terms and conditions before finalizing the deal. That’s because most landlords are willing to work with business owners. After all, they do not want a vacancy in th…
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