Labor & Employment Law

It can be a struggle to determine the appropriate calculation of wages for tipped employees. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), employers may take … Continue Reading

Whether an employee is leaving for personal reasons or is being fired for cause, managing an employee’s separation is one of the essential functions of … Continue Reading

Soon after the Michigan Medical Marihuana Act (MMMA) was enacted ten years ago, questions arose about medical cannabis and the employer-employee relationship. One pressing question … Continue Reading

In September 2018, Michigan lawmakers adopted a proposed ballot measure that would require employers to increase the minimum wage and provide workers with paid leave. … Continue Reading

Lawmakers in the Michigan Senate and House of Representatives passed two initiatives in September 2018 that appear to benefit Michigan workers. These adopted proposals provide … Continue Reading

“No-fault” attendance policies have become common in many workplaces, especially in large companies with multiple locations. These policies create a system where employees automatically accrue … Continue Reading

More employers than ever are offering wellness programs to encourage healthy lifestyle choices like weight management, exercise, smoking cessation, and dietary modifications. These programs are … Continue Reading

Nearly 115,000 people are currently waiting for lifesaving organ transplants, 22 of whom die every day without seeing their needs fulfilled. Every ten minutes another … Continue Reading

Michigan saw a number of employment law developments in the first six months of 2018 as Governor Snyder and the Michigan Legislature addressed several issues … Continue Reading