Nationwide Enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act Temporarily Paused
Less than a month before the filing deadline, the nationwide enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) has been temporarily halted. On December 3, 2024, a Texas federal court issued a preliminary injunction blocking the enforcement of the CTA, including its requirement for reporting companies to file a Beneficial Ownership Information Report (BOIR). The court […]
Beware: Scammers Using AI to Steal Property Rights
Technology has improved our lives in many ways, but it also has a dark side. One example is deed fraud, where scammers forge property deeds to steal or misuse properties—sometimes without the owner even knowing. What is Deed Fraud? Deed fraud usually involves a scammer creating a fake deed for a property. Once they have […]
Michigan’s New Uniform Power of Attorney Act (UPOAA): What You Need to Know
Effective Date: July 1, 2024 Michigan’s new Uniform Power of Attorney Act (UPOAA) took effect on July 1, 2024. This legislation aims to protect vulnerable individuals from financial exploitation while also streamlining the use of power of attorney (POA) documents, making them more accessible for Michigan residents and ensuring they are recognized by financial institutions […]
FTC’s noncompete ban struck down: What does this mean for employers?
In April 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a new rule banning most noncompete agreements. The scope of the rule was broad, covering nearly all such agreements. As anticipated, the rule faced numerous legal challenges across various courts. Just as it was about to take effect on September 4, 2024, a federal court in […]
New Staffing Standards for Long-Term Care Facilities
For anyone who has a loved one in a long-term care (LTC) facility or resides in a LTC themselves, may be concerned with the quality of care that residents receive in these facilities. While many think of LTC facilities as only caring for the elderly, these facilities often provide care to individuals with ongoing health […]
