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.
Super Lawyers has published its annual listing of Michigan attorneys who have distinguished themselves in their legal practice. Twelve (12) lawyers from Kotz Sangster offices across Michigan have been recognized by their peers as 2019 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars. Widely acknowledged as a rating service of outstanding lawyers, Super Lawyers highlights attorneys from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement.
Additionally, Keith Soltis has been included in the 2019 Michigan Super Lawyers Top 100 listing. Attorneys included in this special listing were ranked as such during the publication’s nomination, research and blue ribbon review process.
Those honored from Kotz Sangster, and the areas of practice for which they have been recognized this year, are:
SUPER LAWYERS
• George F. Curran, III - Environmental
• David R. de Reyna - Estate & Probate
• Jovan Dragovic - Health Care
• Dennis K. Egan - Business Litigation
• Robert C. Kotz - Business/Corporate
• Jeffrey M. Sangster - Construction Litigation
• Keith J. Soltis - Health Care
• Keith J. Soltis - Top 100 Michigan Super Lawyers
• Gregory L. Wysocki - Mergers & Acquisitions
RISING STARS
• Andrew W. Barnes - Real Estate
• Mark F.C. Johnson - Business Litigation
• Bruce A. Margulis - Mergers & Acquisitions
• Tyler P. Phillips - Construction Litigation