Employers in Michigan have a duty to their employees to provide a safe work environment. Without adequate training or management, various unlawful and unfair situations can occur. When it comes to diversity in the workplace, it is wise for employers to set certain standards, but also to avoid unlawful policies and conduct. The following are… [Continue Reading]
ESG Disclosure Simplification Act Passed by House
Just recently the United States House of Representative passed the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Disclosure Simplification Act of 2021, which is an effort put forth by the Biden Administration to require more transparent operations of businesses. More specifically, this Act requires business entities to provide certain details to the public regarding the economic and… [Continue Reading]
Navigating the WARN Act During Difficult Financial Times
The Commerce Department recently reported on the most substantial three-month decline of the United States economy ever. In the second quarter of 2020, the gross domestic product decreased by 9.5%. From restaurants to shoe stores, the impact of the coronavirus pandemic has been felt throughout industries and economies. With many relief funds depleted and no… [Continue Reading]
What Michigan Business Owners Should Know About the CCPA
In January 2020, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) became the first act of its kind to force substantial changes in how businesses handle consumers’ personal data. Estimates suggest that the CCPA will impact approximately 50,000 businesses throughout the country, ranging from small start-ups to major companies. While the law is directed toward companies that… [Continue Reading]
