Today, in a unanimous ruling, the Michigan Court of Appeals reversed the decision of the Michigan Court of Claims that would have required a minimum wage increase and expanded paid leave in February 2023. As a result, Michigan employers will not be required to change their sick leave policies or increase the minimum wage.
There are many questions regarding possible changes to the Michigan Paid Medical Leave Act (PMLA) and the minimum wage that could go into effect February 20, 2023. As of now, due to a stay from the Michigan Court of Claims, the current laws remain in effect until February 19, 2023. An appeal is pending before the Michigan Court of Appeals, and the parties have asked the COA to issue a decision by February 1, 2023. Regardless of the decision, it is fully anticipated that it will be appealed to the Michigan Supreme Court. Here is a summary of the impact of the updated laws.
Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) compliance is at the forefront of employers’ minds. Concerns surrounding employment and hiring processes are under the microscope like never before. While many might believe they already have appropriate policies and practices in place, there are serious legal consequences for businesses found to be in violation of civil rights laws.
There is no greater honor for a lawyer than to be recognized by his/her legal peers for their expertise and commitment to their clients.
DBusiness Magazine has published its annual listing of Top Lawyers in Metro Detroit. Nearly 20,000 attorneys throughout Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw and Livingston counties are polled each year in a peer review. Attorneys were asked to nominate other lawyers among 50 areas of legal specialty.
This year, thirteen (13) attorneys from Kotz Sangter’s offices in Detroit and Bloomfield Hills have been honored. The recognitions below include each attorney’s primary practice area for which they have been selected.
2018 DBusiness Top Lawyers
R. Edward Boucher – Construction Law
Courtney B. Ciullo – Litigation / Commercial
George F. Curran III – Environmental Law
David R. de Reyna – Trusts and Estates
Jovan Dragovic – Health Care Law
Dennis K, Egan – Securities Litigation
Robert B. Goldi – Banking and Financial Service Law
Philip A. Grashoff, Jr. – Environmental
Edward S. Gusky – Banking and Financial Service Law
Edward S. Gusky – Real Estate Law
Jeffrey M. Sangster – Litigation / Construction
Keith J. Soltis – Health Care Law
Jeffrey S. Sternberg – Trusts and Estates
Gregory L. Wysocki – Mergers & Acquisitions