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On February 25, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Pung v. Isabella County, Michigan, a case that could significantly change how compensation is calculated when property is taken through tax foreclosure.

On February 17, 2026, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York issued a ruling in United States v. Heppner, No. 25‑cr‑00503‑JSR (S.D.N.Y. Oct. 28, 2025), holding that the attorney‑client privilege and the work‑product doctrine did not protect a defendant’s artificial‑intelligence‑generated documents from disclosure.

The National Labor Relations Board has taken action to return to a more definite joint‑employer framework tied primarily to the exercise of substantial direct and immediate control. This framework reshapes how businesses may be held responsible for obligations involving contracted, franchise, or otherwise shared workforces. Below is what employers need to know.

Under the HIPAA Privacy Rule (the “Privacy Rule”), health care providers are required to have a notice of privacy practice (NPP) that notifies patients that they have certain rights to ensure the privacy of their personal health information (PHI) and to explain the privacy provider that maintains any substance abuse disorder (SUD) records or has SUD records flow through its systems must guarantee that its NPPs make individuals who are the subject of such records aware of their specific rights with respect to the use and disclosure of SUD records.

A recent Michigan Court of Appeals decision offers an important lesson for employers about how written employment documents interact – especially when there is an integration clause in an employment contract.

The Michigan Legislature has introduced a package of four related bills that would amend the Land Division Act and the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act. The proposed legislation would have a significant impact on local municipal control related to certain zoning decisions and significant changes to development review processes.

The Holding Foreign Insiders Accountable Act (“HFIAA”), makes officers and directors of foreign private issuers subject to public reporting of holdings of, and transactions in, the issuers’ equity securities under Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The new law will become effective on March 18, 2026.

Today’s Wage & Hour Wire focuses on minimizing employer liability for performance-based bonus plans under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

AI can accelerate innovation, but patents still depend on human inventorship. By aligning R&D processes with USPTO guidance and implementing strong documentation and ownership policies, companies can protect their intellectual property and maintain a competitive edge.

Using AI in a healthcare practice has inherent risks. AI errors pose risks to the safety and health of patients and raises the question of who to hold accountable for any sort of damage done. As such, regulators are going to expect a level of human intervention with AI technology to limit these risks. Therefore, healthcare organizations need to have sound AI policies and procedures in place.

Effective January 1, 2026, Michigan’s minimum wage rate increases from $12.48 to $13.73 per hour.

The holiday season is generally a time for celebration.  However, employers should be vigilant in their efforts to mitigate risk for employment claims.  Below are some issues to keep in mind. Audit Employment Records: Ensure personnel files, I‑9s, and payroll…

Two late-October decisions from different circuit courts highlight a divide over the scope of the National Labor Relations Board’s (“the Board”) remedial powers. The Fifth Circuit’s Hiran Management decision curtailed the Board’s ability to award broad monetary damages, while the…

In the spirit of Halloween, please consider the below as we approach year end and April 15, 2026. On July 4, 2025 as part of Public Law 119-21 ꟷ aka the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (the “Act”) ꟷ Congress…

For companies engaged in international trade, assuring compliance with import laws and regulations is a critical component of the supply chain management process. The consequences of noncompliance are potentially dire and can include significant financial, operational, and even criminal penalties.…

When an employer has an obligation to contribute to a multiemployer pension fund, and the fund is underfunded (a deficit between assets and future projected payout obligations), an employer who ceases to have an obligation to contribute to the fund…

On July 31, 2025, the Michigan Supreme Court changed the test for enforceability of contractually shortened claim limitation periods in Rayford v American House. Employers often shorten the statute of limitations of certain state employment law claims to 180 days…

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1, 119th Cong § 70431 (2025)) (“Act”) was signed into law by President Trump on July 4, 2025, after narrowly passing the House on July 3, 2025. The Act amends Section 1202 of…

The Department of Justice (“DOJ”) implemented the Data Security Program (“DSP”) intending to prevent access to Americans’ bulk sensitive personal data and government-related data by Countries of Concern. The DSP is aimed at addressing national security risks associated with the…

In a unanimous decision, the United States Supreme Court has formalized and affirmed the legal standard for employment discrimination claims for non-minority groups under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. What Changed? Previously, some courts, including the…

Pursuant to House Bill 177, Delaware has postponed the effective date of the changes to its trade name registration process until February 2, 2026, to “allow the Department of Revenue to conduct outreach to affected agencies and customers regarding the…

A case currently before the Michigan Supreme Court could put employers’ ability to contractually shorten the statute of limitations for employment-related civil rights claims in jeopardy. Under current Michigan law an employer can contractually agree with employees to shorten the…

If you are a startup founder or an early employee receiving equity in a company that vests over time, an election can be made under Section 83(b) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “IRC”) (a “Section 83(b) Election”)…

On March 19, 2025, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) issued guidance clarifying how Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives intersect with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. This guidance provides critical…

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) has issued an interim final rule that would exempt U.S. companies and U.S. persons from reporting their beneficial ownership information (“BOI”) as part of the Corporate Transparency Act’s reporting requirements. Under the new proposed…