Wednesday, July 25, 2018

The Hidden Lemon Law Cost to Buying Big Ticket Items as an LLC


The Hidden Lemon Law Cost to Buying Big Ticket Items as an LLC
You are ready to put down money on a big-ticket item – maybe a vacation home, new vehicle, RV, or boat. You may think it is a good idea to create an LLC so you can claim the purchase is business related and pay less taxes. But in addition to the risk of tax fraud, that strategy could trigger a hidden lemon law cost if your big purchase turns out to be defective.

Wednesday, July 18, 2018

Kids, Campgrounds, and Unsupervised Play: A Parents’ Guide


Kids, Campgrounds, and Unsupervised Play: A Parents’ Guide

For many families, summer in Michigan means vacations up north and trips to the state and county fairs. Often, parents use these weekends to give their kids a chance at unsupervised play in the relative safety of the campgrounds. But those properties also come with certain risks. Find out what a parent’s duty to supervise is when a child is injured on a campground.

Wednesday, July 11, 2018

Auto Dealer Fraud vs Lemon Law: Know the Difference


Auto Dealer Fraud vs Lemon Law: Know the Difference
In the legal world, the way you label your case can be the difference between meaningful relief and a motion to dismiss. It’s important to know ahead of time whether what you are dealing with is auto dealer fraud vs lemon law. It can affect your claim, and the remedies available when things go wrong.

Wednesday, July 4, 2018

Selling Defective Puppies? Local Pet Store Sued for Consumer Protection Violations

Selling Defective Puppies? Local Pet Store Sued for Consumer Protection Violations
The term “product defect” usually brings to mind vehicles breaking down or problems with packaging. But could a company get into regulatory trouble for selling defective puppies? A recent lawsuit against a pet shop owner in Novi, Michigan tests the limits of Michigan’s Consumer Protection Act.