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 …
Michigan Expands Unemployment Benefits
On March 30, 2020, the State of Michigan announced that it has entered into an agreement with the U.S. Department of Labor to implement enhanced unemployment benefits for Michigan, per …
Families First Coronavirus Response Act – Second Update
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act, which goes into effect on Wednesday, April 1, 2020, implements a federal Emergency Paid Sick Leave law and expands the Family and Medical Leave …
The Cares (Coronavirus Aid, Recovery And Economic Security) Act
The United States Congress has passed a $2 trillion emergency aid bill known as the Coronavirus Aid, Recovery and Economic Security (“CARES”) Act. This legislation provides significant tax and non-tax …
County Public Health Orders For Michigan Businesses
As of March 26, 2020, Oakland, Wayne and Washtenaw Counties have all issued emergency public health orders for businesses that remain open under the Governor’s recent executive order. These county …