The Waiting is Almost the Hardest Part

Whenever someone is looking for representation on a lawsuit, whether it’s because they are considering suing someone, or they have been sued, inevitably they get to the question “So how long will this all take?” People who have never been involved in litigation seem to think a lawsuit will be done in a few weeks, maybe a few months at most. The reality can be very different, and understanding that, especially in the Covid world we live in, can help litigants manage the stress of expectations and handle the potentially lengthy periods of inactivity that come in every lawsuit.

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If you’re suing or being sued and have questions about the litigation process, contact or litigation attorneys today to help get your questions answered.

Protect Your Hard Work with a Trademark

Sometimes it takes a lot of time and resources to develop a unique and successful advertising scheme. Whether your business is best known for its name, logo, or catchy phrase, a business should safeguard its hard work and intellectual property. 

Have questions about your trademark rights? What does this mean for your business? Contact PSED, schedule an initial consultation with a business attorney in Ann Arbor! 734-665-4441

Michigan Governors Emergency Powers Are Limited

In a 4-3 decision issued on October 2, 2020, the Michigan Supreme Court limited Governor Whitmer’s authority to impose emergency regulations to deal with the COVID‑19 pandemic. 

It is important to note that whether one agrees or disagrees with the result reached by the Court, or with the specific reasoning with any of the justices’ separate opinions, the Court’s October 2nd decision doesn’t necessarily limit the ability of state agencies other than the Governor (for example, the Department of Health and Human Services) to issue regulations dealing with the COVID crisis. Learn more here!

Have questions about your rights? What does this mean for our business? Contact PSED, schedule an initial consultation with a business attorney in Ann Arbor! 734-665-4441

Michigan Supreme Court Limits Governor’s Emergency Powers

In a 4-3 decision issued on October 2, 2020, the Michigan Supreme Court limited Governor Whitmer’s authority to impose emergency regulations to deal with the COVID‑19 pandemic. 

The Governor had declared states of emergency under two statutes, the Emergency Powers of the Governor Act of 1945 (the EPGA) and the Emergency Management Act of 1976 (the EMA). Learn more here.

Have questions about your rights? What does this mean for our business? Contact PSED, schedule an initial consultation with a business attorney in Ann Arbor! 734-665-4441

Remote Signatures Under Governor’s Executive Order

It was impossible to complete the estate planning process without the physical presence of two witnesses and a notary. Until now!  

How is this possible?

How can we get electronic signatures during the CoronaVirus?

On April 8^th, Governor Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020-41 allowing electronic signatures and remote witnessing and notarization, which is effective immediately and which will remain in place until May 6, 2020.

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If you would like to learn more, contact Marty Bodnar, an estate planning attorney at PSED today! Attorneys at Pear Sperling Eggan & Daniels, P.C., can help assist you with virtually everything law related. Consult your attorney for details.

You Can Now Adopt a Policy That Prohibits the Possession of a Firearm on School Property.

The Michigan Supreme Court has ruled that a local school district may adopt a policy that prohibits the possession of a firearm on school property. The outcome of the case was in doubt considering prior appellate court rulings that a municipality may not establish gun-free zones on municipal property. The basis for earlier rulings that address possession of a gun on public property include:

1. Municipalities are prohibited from regulating guns by local ordinance.
2. A person with a concealed pistol license may carry a concealed pistol anywhere in the state except on certain premises. 
3. A firearm may be openly carried anywhere in the state with certain premises excepted.

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If you would like to learn more about concealed or open carry gun laws or municipal law services at PSED Law, contact us today! Schedule an initial consultation. 734-665-4441

Possession Of A Gun On Municipal Property

The Michigan Supreme Court has ruled that a local school district may adopt a policy that prohibits the possession of a firearm on school property. The outcome of the case was in doubt considering prior appellate court rulings that a municipality may not establish gun-free zones on municipal property.

This new law distinguishes between types of premises and sets different rules for concealed versus open possession and for members of the public versus municipal employees.

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If you would like to learn more about concealed or open carry gun laws or municipal law services at PSED Law, contact us today! Schedule an initial consultation. 734-665-4441