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Founded in 1902, Foster Swift Collins & Smith consists of 100 attorneys with six offices throughout Michigan (Lansing, Southfield, Grand Rapids…
Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC | USA | 27 Jan 2023
Court of Appeals Ruling Halts Pending Minimum Wage Increase and New Earned Sick Time Act - For Now
In a decision handed down January 26, 2023, the Michigan Court of Appeals (COA) overturned a lower court ruling that would have raised the state's…
Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC | USA | 24 Jan 2023
Using Low-Cost DIY Legal Services: Risks Far Outweigh Benefits
It is estimated that the DIY (do-it-yourself) legal services market in the U.S. generated more than $11 billion in revenue during 2021. Among the…
Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC | USA | 10 Jan 2023
Federal Trade Commission Issues Sweeping Proposed Rule to Prohibit Noncompete Agreements
On January 5, 2023, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a proposed new regulation that would broadly prohibit employers from using or…
Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC | USA | 28 Dec 2022
Don't Forget! Michigan's Minimum Wage Increases on January 1, Additional Hike Expected
On January 1, 2023, Michigan's minimum wage is scheduled to increase from $9.87 to $10.10 per hour. Under the change, wages for tipped employees are…
Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC | USA | 21 Dec 2022
Thoughtful Holiday Parenting Time Scheduling is Key to Happy Holidays for Your Kids
Holidays are chaotic to begin with but adding in a parenting time schedule during divorce or custody proceedings increases the stress level to the…
Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC | USA | 12 Dec 2022
Corporate Transparency Act: Big Brother is Now Watching Small Businesses
Enacted by Congress on January 1, 2021, the Corporate Transparency Act {CTA) is set to dramatically change reporting requirements for many small -and…
Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC | USA | 21 Nov 2022
Michigan Voters Pass Two Election-Related Constitutional Amendments
In this year’s midterm election, Michigan voters passed three constitutional amendments, two of which make significant changes to the State’s…
Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC | USA | 17 Nov 2022
How to Handle Bankruptcy Amid Record Levels of Debt in the Farm Industry
The farming and agricultural industry has been dealing with financial challenges even before the pandemic. Those who were in financial jeopardy…
Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC | USA | 10 Nov 2022
How to Attract and Retain Talent in 2023
As the working environment changes, so do the expectations of the talent pool. In the New Year, employers should keep some crucial things in mind…
Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC | USA | 9 Nov 2022
Final Rule Issued on H-2A Visa Regulations
Announced on October 6 and published on October 12, 2022, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued a final rule to amend H-2A certification…
