Christmas has come early for some small non-profits seeking federal tax exemption under the 1023-EZ Application Process. Back in September I posted on the Federal Government’s new process for a potentially quicker and more cost-effective way for small startup non-profits to gain 501(c)(3) Exemption. You can see that article here As a recap, The IRSContinue reading “Business Law Update: It Will Be a Merry Christmas For Some Startup Non-Profits.”
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Detroit’s Blight Removal: Opportunity For Social Entrepreneurs to Utilize Crowdfunding?
Today’s Detroit Free Press had an article about Detroit’s blight removal campaign – see it here The article reports that through various avenues, including the Detroit Land Bank Authority: “Detroit now demolishes 200 eyesores a week,“ The article goes on to report all of the challenges ahead for Detroit, including a vast amount of blighted propertiesContinue reading “Detroit’s Blight Removal: Opportunity For Social Entrepreneurs to Utilize Crowdfunding?”
October 24th Court of Appeals Decision: The Non-Compete Lawsuit Involving 5 Hour Energy.
Happy Thanksgiving! This Case was too interesting to pass up writing about. I have posted a series on covenants not-to-compete and a friend and fellow lawyer (Eric Guerin, Varnum Law – check him out, great business/real estate litigator) sent me this recent unpublished Michigan Court of Appeals decision involving the makers of 5 Hour Energy Drink andContinue reading “October 24th Court of Appeals Decision: The Non-Compete Lawsuit Involving 5 Hour Energy.”
Business Law Update: First Jimmy Johns now ServiceMasters: Non-Competes Against Cleaning Crew?
Yes, indeed. In my previous article it was Jimmy Johns holding the sandwich delivery workers to a covenant not to compete, now its Servicemaster holding its cleaning crew. The ABAJournal reported today on the article, “Cleaning worker who got new job with $3-an-hour pay raise faces possible suit over noncompete pact” you can see itContinue reading “Business Law Update: First Jimmy Johns now ServiceMasters: Non-Competes Against Cleaning Crew?”
Discounted Legal Documents at Sam’s Club?
According to the ABA Journal, Sam’s Club will be offering Discounted Legal Services to members of Sam’s Club, see the article here. Also, you can follow the ABAJournal on twitter at @ABAJournal. I have posted articles about my thoughts on universal legal documents, such as those offered through LegalZoom, you can see those here. My chiefContinue reading “Discounted Legal Documents at Sam’s Club?”
Business Law Update: One-Third of Top Business Websites Have Clauses to Restrict Lawsuits
Happy Friday all! The ABAJournal Reported an article today headlined: One-third of top websites have clauses to restrict consumer lawsuits. You can see that article here That’s right, people. If you want to sue these major companies, you need to demand “arbitration” – likely in the company’s home state, and county of incorporation. If theContinue reading “Business Law Update: One-Third of Top Business Websites Have Clauses to Restrict Lawsuits”
Court Enters Order and $25 Million Judgment Against Work-at-Home Scheme
If a work-at-home business opportunity seems too good to be true, it probably is. It most certainly is if it is a “Wealth Building Home Business Plan” called QuikSell. A federal judge recently held that Zaken Corp of Thousand Oaks, California and its President Tiran Zaken made false and misleading statements in marketing work-at-home business opportunitiesContinue reading “Court Enters Order and $25 Million Judgment Against Work-at-Home Scheme”
Business Law Update: Jimmy John’s Non-Competes: Teenagers Can’t Deliver Sandwiches?
Above the Law is a legal blog that posts interesting news in the legal world. I had to comment on this latest one I saw: “Jimmy John’s Serves Up Sandwiches And Oppressive Non-Compete Agreements.” See the link: or follow Above the Law on twitter: @atlblog In Michigan, Non-Competes are enforceable to protect legitimate business interests.Continue reading “Business Law Update: Jimmy John’s Non-Competes: Teenagers Can’t Deliver Sandwiches?”
Woman Gets 7 years for filing fake $100B liens against 4 judges
Don’t mess with the Federal Government. I reported on this story back in August, see my blog post here and here The ABA reports today the results of this lady’s rampage against the Federal Government – 7 years in prison. See the article here. As the ABA reports, “Five years ago, Cherron Phillips was a successful career womanContinue reading “Woman Gets 7 years for filing fake $100B liens against 4 judges”
Real Estate Law Update: “Lost Note” and Tenant Waiving a Trial By Jury
A few Real Estate Bills made some progress last week in the Michigan Legislature. I. House Bill 4640, et al. “the Lost Mortgage” This Bill was introduced in April 2013 and has gone through amendments and substitutions. On Thursday October 2nd Substitute Number 2 passed the Senate 103 – 4 . You canContinue reading “Real Estate Law Update: “Lost Note” and Tenant Waiving a Trial By Jury”
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