Detroit & Chicago Business Organizations Legal Blog
40-yearold homeowner association agreements may expire
Home or condominium owners must comply with standards governing improvements to their homes, payment of fees and other requirements governed or imposed by condominium and homeowner associations. But these community organizations in Michigan may have to deal with the...
Various issues can arise in business litigation
The Midwest, including Illinois and Michigan, is home to some of the nation’s top companies and thriving businesses. In fact, Chicago is the third-largest city in the country, with thousands of companies located within city limits alone. While the goals of most...
Possible remedies for breach of contract claims
Contracts are vital documents for the successful operation of businesses and other organizations. They lay out the terms by which the parties must act and conform to each other in order to preserve their interests and mutual expectations. When Michigan and Illinois...
How small companies can gain leverage over powerful suppliers
Whether securing raw materials or manufacturing equipment, most small businesses must deal with large suppliers. These big companies cover entire regions, buying up or pushing out competitors before they compromise the market. Dealing with these near-monopolies...
30 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act and fair housing
This year we recognize the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Lawmakers passed the ADA in 1990. The law helps disabled Americans by improving access to public spaces, employment, education and buildings. What has this meant for housing...
Different business structures have different advantages
A new business can be an exciting opportunity for a Michigan or Illinois resident to establish something of their own. Many people dream of leaving their jobs to become their own bosses, but few have the resources to make the jump into entrepreneurship. When they do,...
Defining the reach of an HOA
Homeowners associations, often referred to as HOAs, are organizational units that manage the upkeep of common property in communities and regulate how individual members may use and maintain their properties. For some, HOAs take the burden of maintenance off their...
Zoning matters to municipalities
Owners of private property sometimes see zoning regulations as restrictive mandates that prevent them from using their land as they wish. While zoning plans do limit how property owners can develop or utilize their tracts and improvements, zoning is a beneficial...
Contracts should have individualized drafting
A contract is a critical legal document that a business can use for a myriad of purposes. A company may use contracts to establish agreements with vendors or other entities, and it likely uses contracts to secure employees into work roles. A well-drafted contract can...
How to limit liability in potential harassment claims
No board wants to consider that a member of their management agency or an employee of their housing association would engage in harassment or discrimination of any kind. But if a claim proceeds to litigation, it’s crucial for housing associations to understand the law...
