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New Emergency Federal Paid Sick Leave Due to Coronavirus

During these trying times with COVID-19, individuals getting sick, and employers closing doors it is important to know your rights for paid sick leave and the new executive orders put in place. Paid sick leave is time allotted by your employer to ensure employees are…

By Tim Seeger

/ 19 Mar 2020

New Emergency Federal Paid Sick Leave Due to Coronavirus

MICHIGAN’S PAID MEDICAL LEAVE ACT

Michigan Paid Sick Leave The Michigan Paid Medical Leave Act took effect on March 29, 2019. Michigan law provides employees with paid sick leave. Paid sick leave is provided to certain “covered employees.” Michigan defines a covered employee as: An employee who works at least…

By Tim Seeger

/ 19 Mar 2020

ADA GUIDELINES FOR PANDEMICS

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has various changes to its requirements when a pandemic is declared. The United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has provided a breakdown of the ADA, how the ADA treats general disabilities, and the changes that occur under the ADA…

By Tim Seeger

/ 18 Mar 2020

EXPANSION OF MICHIGAN UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

These are new and concerning times for many of Americans. We have seen the closures of schools and work-places resulting in many needing income and/or childcare. In order to help alleviate the stresses, Michigan has expanded coverage, and the amount one can receive, for unemployment…

By Tim Seeger

/ 18 Mar 2020

EXPANSION OF MICHIGAN UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

Michigan Minimum Wage Increase in 2020

Beginning January 1, 2020, Michigan employees will see an automatic increase in their pay statements. In the new year, Michigan employees will be guaranteed a minimum wage of $9.65 per hour. This is an increase from the previous $9.45 per hour employees were receiving after…

By Tim Seeger

/ 30 Dec 2019

Dr. Raymond Allard Accused of Sexual Harassment in 2014; Part IV

As early as 2014, numerous Sparrow officials knew of Dr. Allard’s misconduct, abhorrent behavior, and unsanitary medical practices. In 2014 Carson Hospital received complaints against Dr. Raymond Allard’s conduct. A surgical assistant who had a long time relationship with Dr. Allard was discharged

By David Mittleman

/ 22 Mar 2018

CVS Institutes Mandatory Weight Disclosure Policy

No doubt about it, weight is a sensitive subject but also the primary focus of so many people in the U.S. Evidenced by the enormous amount of money we spend on diets and weight loss foods, we are…

By David Mittleman

/ 21 Mar 2013

Gretchen Whitmer for Michigan Governor 2014

Michigan needs new leadership in Lansing. We can’t always pick when the time is right to do something. Sometimes the time picks you. The time is now for Michigan Senator and Senate…

By David Mittleman

/ 20 Dec 2012

Michigan Right to Work Law is Nothing but Republican Bull^$%# – and Our Tough Nerd Governor Knows it

President Barack Obama came to Michigan the day before the Republican-led State of Michigan government undid over 100 years of labor by the “working class.” Only Obama really…

By David Mittleman

/ 13 Dec 2012

Michigan Supreme Court Candidate Bridget Mary McCormack Speaks Out

Michigan Radio Newsroom’s Cyndy Canty spoke with Bridget Mary McCormack recently in their continuing coverage of the Michigan Supreme Court race. McCormack is the associate dean for…

By David Mittleman

/ 1 Nov 2012

West Wing Endorses Bridget Mary McCormack for Michigan Supreme Court

Characters from the beloved TV series “The West Wing” have reunited to convey an important message ahead of November’s election. Josh, Toby, CJ, and President Bartlet – in…

By David Mittleman

/ 20 Sep 2012

The Michigan Supreme Court Needs More Women Justices

In November, you will have the opportunity to elect three women to the Michigan Supreme Court; family advocate Bridget Mary McCormack, Judge Connie Kelley, and Judge Shelia Johnson. I have been a…

By David Mittleman

/ 10 Sep 2012