Chelsea Lenard is an associate attorney at Grewal Law PLLC. Her practice focuses primarily on personal injury, cannabis law, family law, criminal law, and employment law.
Michigan Minimum Wage Set to Increase January 1, 2023. It is important to note that there is litigation currently pending that may affect the above increases.
Marijuana growers in Michigan, Oregon, and Colorado have been calling for regulators and legislators to place a moratorium on the licensing of new grow facilities due to an overproduction of cannabis and a decrease in prices on the wholesale market.
A new House bill recently introduced by Representative Kevin Coleman (D) will allow individuals as young as 18 years old to work in the cannabis industry.
Tax revenue from marijuana dispensaries in Michigan have made a significant impact on the economy. Last year, over $42.2 million was paid out to cities, townships, and counties due to the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marijuana Act (MRTMA). Pursuant to MCL 333.27964, the Department…
If you are a licensed cannabis grower, whether under the Medical Marihuana Facilities Licensing Act (“MMFLA”) or the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act (“MRTMA”) there are limits to the amount of plants you can grow depending on the type of license you have.…
A federal court found that Fannie Mae was not properly taking care of foreclosed homes in the West Michigan area. Non-profit corporation, the Fair Housing Center of West Michigan, was one of about 20 housing groups across the country involved in a $53 million settlement…
Michigan’s Cottage Food Law may be expanded by a new bill proposed by State Representative Julie Alexander. In 2010 Michigan’s Food Law (2000 PA 92) was amended to exempt cottage food operation from the licensing and inspection provisions of the Act. MCL 289.1105 defines “cottage…
Every year on our birthdays we receive our least favorite birthday present: expired vehicle registration. Beginning in October of 2022 Michigan drivers will now be granted the option of receiving that gift every other year. Governor Gretchen Whitmer, who stated she is focused on making…
Benzene, a known cancer causing chemical, has now been found in various Pantene, Aussie, and Herbal Essences products. The Procter & Gamble Company (“P&G”) has issued recalls on a long list of aerosol products which include dry shampoos and dry conditioners. The full list can…
The Michigan State Police (MSP) is taking a zero-tolerance approach to speeding drivers this winter. MSP’s goal is to reduce the number of fatal traffic crashes in Michigan, which rose 10% in 2020 despite there being less traffic on the roads. The Michigan Office of…
There is nothing more frustrating than when you need to print a document but one of the color ink cartridges in your printer is low and will not allow you to print even though you only want to print in black and white. Canon USA…
