The CARES Act, which went into effect at the end of March, affects retirement plans in many ways. Employers and participants should be aware of new distribution and loan options …
Update: Issues Affecting Michigan Real Estate Businesses Arising From The Covid-19 Pandemic
Governor Whitmer has issued two new Executive Orders that will have a direct impact on real estate businesses in Michigan. The revised Stay Home Stay Safe order (Executive Order 2020-42) …
Can Performance Of Contracts Be Excused Due To The Covid-19 Crisis?
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Stay at Home Orders and the resulting financial turmoil, many contracting parties (including landlords and tenants) find themselves either unable to perform their obligations, or …
“Setting Every Community Up For Retirement Enhancement” Act (The Secure Act)
The SECURE Act, which was signed into law recently, changes fundamental aspects of estate planning involving retirement accounts such as IRAs, Roth IRAs, 401(k)s and profit-sharing plans. Click here for …
Remote Notarization/Acknowledgement Procedures – Refer to Update in News & Events 05/07/20
In order to further reduce the need for personal interaction during the COVID-19 crisis, Governor Whitmer issued Executive Order 2020-41, which relaxes the existing rules on remote online notarization and …
Executive Order 2020-42 Extending And Expanding Stay Home Order
On April 9, 2020, Governor Whitmer issued an updated “Stay Home, Stay Safe” order. The Stay Home, Stay Safe mandate continues through April 30, 2020, with exceptions for employees necessary …
SBA Publishes “Interim Final Rule” Regarding The Paycheck Protection Program
The SBA has published its “Interim Final Rule” regarding the Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”). This Rule explains in detail how the SBA intends to implement the program and clarifies certain …
Executive Order 2020-36: Use Of PTO For Workers Affected By Covid-19
On April 3, 2020, Governor Whitmer issued Executive Order 2020-36 which prohibits an employer from retaliating against an employee who stays home from work if the employee or a close …
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic Your Estate Planning Documents
As we deal with the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, understanding your existing estate planning documents is critical. A Living Trust and Power of Attorney can provide for asset management and distribution, …
Changes To Michigan Real Estate Law Arising From The Response To COVID-19
The coronavirus pandemic has scrambled the real estate industry in many different ways, both profound and small. Click here for an update on some of the recent changes that could …