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Opinion Highlights Danger of Vicarious Liability based on Teaching Contracts with Non-Employed Physicians
November 1, 2016
(November 1, 2016) In a recent unpublished opinion, the Court of Appeals reversed the trial court’s decision granting partial summary disposition in favor of defendant Oakwood Healthcare on the plaintiff’s claim of vicarious liability based on the conduct of on-call surgeon Alice Shanaver, DO. Thomas v Oakwood Healthcare (COA Docket No. 326072). The plaintiff’s claims […]
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Webinar: How to Attract Talent and Not Get Sued
October 26, 2016
West Michigan’s resurgent economy presents expanding opportunities for companies. At the same time, with more jobs available than there are qualified employees to fill them, current employers need to understand how to protect themselves when their employees decide to take a new job with a competitor, and prospective employers need to know their exposure when […]
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Hi, Boss! I’m the Employee You Didn’t Hire
October 20, 2016
(October 20, 2016) In the past decade, employers have explored numerous ways to trim the number of employees on staff. While much of the trimming has been necessary due to automation and productivity gains, some of it has been driven by the desire to avoid statutory mandates that are triggered by certain thresholds such as […]
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Attorneys warn of increase in IRS scams
October 18, 2016
“A rash of IRS scams has transpired recently, and two area attorneys said a new law going into effect in spring 2017 could make it harder for taxpayers to know if they are being targeted by a scammer.”
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Playground flooring sheds light on implied warranties
October 13, 2016
(October 13, 2016) The implied warranty of merchantability requires that goods reasonably conform to an ordinary buyer’s expectations. However, many contracts disclaim implied warranties in the terms and conditions section. The Kent County Specialized Business Docket (“Business Court”) recently addressed the issue of disclaiming implied warranties in Noble Polymers LLC v Hanover Specialties Inc. In […]
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Break Ground Using Senior Debt
October 11, 2016
(October 11, 2016) Real estate development generally is very capital-intensive and most developments are funded by a mix of capital types and sources. Senior debt is usually the greatest percentage of the capital stack in real estate development, and typically takes the form of a construction-to-permanent loan. If the developer has not already acquired the […]
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Launch Your Financial Success
October 10, 2016
Join us for a complimentary seminar as we outline strategies for young professionals and families to move towards financial security. This collaborative conversation incorporates best practices of estate, financial, insurance and tax planning. Key Takeaways: How taxes will impact planning How to balance cash flow and investments Create an investment strategy that begins today […]
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Recent Ruling May Have Insurance Companies Dusting Off Old Files for New Claims
September 22, 2016
(September 22, 2016) Ordinary medical malpractice suits must be commenced within two years of the event at issue or six months after the plaintiff discovers or should have discovered the claim. In Jendrusina v. Mishra, the Court of Appeals defines in 2-1 newly published decision that when a plaintiff “should have discovered a claim” in […]
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Business Court Weighs in on Employee vs. Independent Contractor Dispute Regarding Insurance Coverage
September 13, 2016
(September 13, 2016) There are a number of legal issues that can be triggered depending upon whether a worker is an independent contractor or an employee. The Kent County Business Court recently addressed this issue in a somewhat unusual setting when it determined that a worker was an independent contractor of defendant, rather than an […]
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Rhoades McKee Attorneys Recognized as Super Lawyers®
September 6, 2016
(September 6, 2016) Nine Rhoades McKee attorneys have been honored in the annual publication of Michigan Super Lawyers®. According to the website, Super Lawyers® is a rating service which recognizes outstanding lawyers through a peer recognition and evaluation process. Each attorney has been listed and recognized for inclusion in the following practice area: Bruce Courtade, […]
