• Dunlop appointed to Wedgwood Christian Services Board of Directors

    February 16, 2016

    (February 17, 2016) In January, Wedgwood Christian Services appointed Rhoades McKee Attorney, Jake Dunlop, to serve on its Board of Directors for a three year term. Wedgwood Christian Services seeks to support young members of West Michigan with innovative programs and services to support and restore their physical, social, intellectual, emotional and spiritual well-being. As […]

  • Town Hall Meeting – Syngenta GMO Corn

    February 16, 2016

    The National Grain and Feed Association has reported an estimated one billion in dollars lost as a result of the trade disruption this genetically modified corn caused for crops planted in 2013 and 2014.   Even if you did not use this product, you may be entitled to recoup losses. Join Cat Brainerd for an interactive […]

  • Are Your Arbitration Provisions Enforceable?

    February 8, 2016

    (February 8, 2016) Arbitration is a form of alternative-dispute resolution where an arbitrator, as opposed to a court, decides the dispute between the parties.  Many businesses include arbitration provisions in their contracts, hoping to avoid the time and expense associated with litigating disputes in court. And, time and again, the Michigan Court of Appeals has […]

  • Estate Planning Essentials Seminar

    January 28, 2016

    Are you prepared? Join Rhoades McKee Attorneys for a complimentary will and estate planning presentation which includes real life case study scenarios to understand: The difference between Wills and Trusts How to avoid/minimize legal entanglements for your family How taxes will impact planning Why and how you should avoid probate For your convenience this seminar […]

  • Business Valuation Seminar

    January 28, 2016

    Presented By: Beene Garter LLP & Rhoades McKee Join us as we outline three of the most common ways to exit your company. With each strategy, we’ll discuss pros and cons, provide real world examples, and outline key consideration factors. Exit strategy is a fundamental part of any successful succession planning process, and if done right, […]

  • The corporate veil isn’t impenetrable

    December 30, 2015

    “In most cases forming a corporation or an LLC will provide an individual with personal liability protection — but not always.”

  • Avoiding the Top 5 Human Resource Liability Traps

    December 16, 2015

    Hosted By: The Michigan West Coast Chamber of Commerce This seminar uses a case study approach to help you identify and resolve some of the top human resource issues facing employers today.  You will gain specific strategies for classifying employees, calculating different pay rates, complying with medical leave under the FMLA, ADA, and other laws, and […]

  • Exploration of Issues Confronting Employers under FMLA, ADA and GINA

    December 16, 2015

    The Employers’ Association (TEA) is hosting a half-day program consisting of three sections. The three sections follow one case study through different circumstances and explores what can be done in each situation. This program will be presented by Kelly Petrocelli, Rhoades McKee Labor and Employment Attorney. Section 1 – Exploring Issues Confronting Employers under the […]

  • Obtaining Injunctive Relief in the Michigan Business Court: When Your Business Needs Immediate Court Action

    December 14, 2015

    (December 15, 2015) As the saying goes, “the wheels of justice grind slowly.” That often holds true in litigated matters, where cases sometimes take years to resolve. One purpose of creating Business Courts in Michigan is to provide those in the business community with a more flexible and efficient forum to resolve disputes. So far, […]

  • New Year New Wage Increase

    December 8, 2015

    (December 1, 2015) Effective January 1, 2016, the minimum wage in Michigan will increase to $8.50 an hour. This increase was passed in May of 2014 under the Workforce Opportunity Wage Act. The minimum wage is due for an additional increase again in 2017 and 2018, then will be adjusted annually thereafter by the state […]

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