by Hilger Hammond PC | Jun 29, 2020
On June 29, 2020, the Michigan Supreme Court issued a unanimous opinion in a case with wide ranging implications for all contractors in Michigan who purchase CGL insurance. In a break from over thirty years of established law, the Court held that there “may” be...
by Aileen Leipprandt | Jun 26, 2020
Billy Joel was recently sued for copyright infringement when he terminated the contractor he hired to perform renovations to his Oyster Bay mansion and hired a new one to carry out the job instead. Although what typically comes to mind when one thinks of copyright...
by Hilger Hammond | Jun 26, 2020
Whether you are a commercial landlord or tenant, COVID-19 has likely impacted your business. And in many cases here in Michigan it has specifically impacted the ability of tenants to pay rent while unable to operate their businesses. As such, many commercial landlords...
by Hilger Hammond PC | Jun 18, 2020
Hilger Hammond is pleased to welcome its newest associate: Andrew T. Hilger. Andy practices in the areas of construction law, complex commercial litigation, and employment law. He graduated fourth in his class from WMU Cooley Law School and earned numerous Certificate...
by Hilger Hammond PC | Jun 4, 2020
The 5 Key Changes to the Paycheck Protection Program June 4, 2020 Last night the Senate passed a House bill that attempts to give recipients of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans more flexibility in spending PPP loan proceeds. Assuming the President signs the...
by Hilger Hammond PC | May 19, 2020
This Construction Forecast presents trends and potential hurdles from issues we are hearing “on the street” and offers insight from a legal counsel perspective. Many contractors and trade contractors will need more time and money to finish projects because of the...
by Jill K. Miller | May 13, 2020
Banking on forgiveness of your Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan, that may not be your biggest problem…. remember the certifications in your PPP loan application? The SBA has decided that it will review all loans in excess of $2 million as well as other loans as...
by Hilger Hammond PC | May 12, 2020
This Construction Forecast presents trends and potential hurdles from issues we are hearing “on the street” and offers insight from a legal counsel perspective. As construction sites reopen, many owners and contractors are requiring waivers and releases related to...
by Hilger Hammond | Apr 13, 2020
On April 8, 2020, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020-41 (the “Order”), which temporarily relaxes strict compliance with various state electronic transaction acts. According to the Governor, “[I]t is reasonable and necessary to provide limited and...
by Jill K. Miller | Apr 13, 2020
The Governor’s Stay at Home Order is now extended through April 30. Many nonprofit organizations will, at a minimum, need to conduct essential functions and board business during this time. How can this task be accomplished? Fortunately, Michigan nonprofit law...
by Jill K. Miller | Apr 2, 2020
Nonprofit organizations, in addition to for profit organizations, can take advantage of the direct financial relief offered under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act “CARES Act”. What direct financial relief is available for nonprofit organizations?...
