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Originally uploaded April 15, reloaded April 28th. Chris Holman welcomes back Anthony Dalimonte, Associate, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC, Southfield, MI, one of Foster Swift's 6 branches across Michigan. Chris and Tony's Topic for this conversation: N.I.L. What is the NCAA House settlement and why is it such a big deal for college athletics? What is the status of the House case? Has the settlement been approved? Do you think it will be approved? What does this mean for athletes in non-revenue sports? What does this mean for name, image, and likeness agreements (NIL) going forward? Wrap – plug Foster Swift Sports Law group – representing athletes and organizations to navigate NIL deals. As a four-year member of the University of Michigan football team, Tony brings to the growing world of complex NIL business issues personal knowledge, a unique perspective, and a work ethic honed as a team member. Tony was instrumental in forming the firm's NIL Law Team to counsel student-athletes, businesses/organizations and other interested parties in creating high-value NIL initiatives and contractual arrangements which are fully compliant with NCAA rules, state laws and university regulations. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Originally uploaded March 14, re-edited March 20th. Chris Holman welcomes back Amanda J. Dernovshek, Shareholder, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC, Lansing, MI with 6 offices across the state. There were several things Chris Holman wanted to find out from Amanda in this conversation: What is the latest update regarding the Corporate Transparency Act? Smith case in Texas – Nationwide ban stayed on February 18 FinCEN Notice on February 19 instituting a March 21, 2025 deadline to comply. i. Notably, FinCEN said it would use the 30 day period to assess its options for further modification of the deadlines and will “prioritize reporting of those entities that pose the most significant national security risks” US Department of Treasury issued a statement March 2, 2025 i. No penalties or fines will be issued for noncompliance ii. Treasury Department will further be issuing a proposed rulemaking that will narrow the scope of the rule to foreign reporting companies only. Simultaneously, there are several cases percolating through the court system. i. A Michigan court just found that the CTA is unconstitutional based on fourth amendment grounds ii. Top Shop case in Fifth Circuit will have oral arguments next month What do all the changes mean? How can we remain up to date on the changes? FinCEN BOI website - https://www.fincen.gov/boi Foster Swift CTA Page - https://www.fosterswift.com/f-corporate-transparency-act.html » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Chris Holman welcomes back Clifford {Cliff} Hammond, Shareholder, Employment & Labor Lawyer, Foster Swift Collins & Smith, Southfield and Lansing - Foster Swift, with a half dozen locations across Michigan. Chris had several questions about the Michigan Earned Sick Time Act for this conversation: Welcome back Cliff as of mid-March 2025, where do we stand with Michigan's ESTA? What were the key points of the legislative compromise recently signed by the Governor? Who must comply at this point? What are the deadlines? Any other changes anticipated at this point? Are there any major blind spots in the law that employers need to be aware of? Does Foster Swift have a resource to help businesses navigate this issue? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Originally uploaded January 14th, re-edited January 31st. Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Anthony M. Dalimonte, Associate, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC, Southfield, MI, one of Foster Swift's 6 branches across Michigan. {Topic: Foster Swift about new updates to the Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA) Intro, Can you give us an overview of Michigan's Earned Sick Time Act and how it will affect Michigan's businesses? Is there any change this law gets stopped or amended by the Legislature? Are there any exemptions? What are the penalties for non-compliance? Is there any advice that you would give to businesses as they prepare to comply with this law? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Originally uploaded December 17, edited December 24th. Chris Holman welcomes back Amanda J. Dernovshek, Associate, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC, Lansing, MI with 6 offices across the state. There were several things Chris wanted to find out from Amanda in this interview: Welcome back, bring us up to speed again on what the CTA is? We know there was an important decision made last week by a court in Texas. What happened? What happens now and what does this mean? Should companies continue to report? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Originally uploaded November 28, edited December 7th. Chris Holman welcomes back Amanda J. Dernovshek, Associate, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC, Lansing, MI with 6 offices across the state. There were several things Chris wanted to find out from Amanda in this interview: What is the CTA and who does it impact? (Corporate Transparency Act) What is a beneficial owner? What are the filing deadlines? How do I file? Are there penalties if I do not file? Who can help me with this process? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Originally uploaded September 25th, re-edited October 19th. Chris Holman welcomes back Anthony Dalimonte, Associate, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC, Southfield, MI, one of Foster Swift's 6 branches across Michigan. Michigan's Changes to Paid Sick Leave: Michigan's paid sick leave laws are changing. Tony Dalimonte is here to talk about what you need to know and what you should do to prepare. As we begin, quickly review September 18th's Foster Swift - Annual Labor & Employment Law Update Webinar, what were the other topics highlighted beyond the one we're focused on today? Can you tell us about what changes are coming down the pipe for Michigan's paid sick leave? Can you give us a brief overview of how we got to be here? What do employers need to know? How much sick leave do they need to provide? What are some of the pitfalls that employers should be aware about with this change? What should employers be doing to prepare? Where can employers find resources on how to comply with the Earned Sick Time Act? along with other Foster Swift resources? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

We discuss entrepreneurship and small business development regularly on this show. One area I've never covered is intellectual property. Inventors and innovators need to protect their inventions and processes. Joining Chris to share how that all works is Senior Attorney from Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC, Mr. Mikhail Murshak!

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Courtney Gabbara Agrusa, Senior Attorney, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC, Southfield, MI. Topic: August 14th is Foster Swift's next "2nd Wednesday series" presentation. Jeffrey had several questions for Courtney: Given what a whirlwind this election cycle has been, what are some best practices that electors, townships, and municipalities can take prior to November 5 to ensure a smoother election day? How can an election law attorney assist a municipality or township to ensure compliance and transparency during this election cycle? What are some common misconceptions about what is and isn't allowed at polling places? Are voters allowed to post photos or videos of themselves voting? Are voters allowed to wear political clothing or buttons when voting? Are people allowed to campaign or petition outside of polling places? This election will likely be one of the most closely monitored elections in recent memory. What is the difference between a poll watcher and a poll worker, and how are watchers appointed? In the months leading up to an election, we often see lawns dotted with political candidate signs. However, if a house is displaying signs that contains vulgar language, depending on the circumstances (e.g., the house with the signs face a school or public park), can the municipality make that person remove their signs? Wednesday this Foster Swift pair are presenting a refresher on proper polling etiquette to ensure compliance and a smoother election day process for those involved. Municipal law attorney Courtney Gabbara Agrusa will discuss best polling practices for electors and municipalities leading up to and on election day. Registration is free Second Wednesday Sessions August 14, 2024 With a whirlwind of unforeseen storylines all over the news (Trump's assassination attempt, Biden dropping out of the presidential race, etc.), the 2024 election is shaping up to be one of the most closely monitored in decades. Which is all the more reason to have a refresher on proper polling etiquette to ensure compliance and a smoother election day process. When: August 14, from 12:00-12:30 pm Registration: https://bit.ly/2ndWeds2024 Join moderator Rob Hamor along with municipal law attorney Courtney Gabbara Agrusa as they discuss best polling practices for electors and municipalities leading up to and on election day including: What to expect at Polling Places: Common Do's and Don'ts What is permitted and what isn't: Can people post videos of themselves voting on their social media? Can voters wear political clothing or buttons inside a polling place? Can people campaign outside of a polling place? What are the roles of poll watchers and challengers? What are poll watchers allowed to do at polling locations? What is legal for political yard signs: In the months leading up to an election, it is a frequent sight to see lawns dotted with political candidate signs. However, if a house that sits across from a school is displaying signs on their lawn that contain vulgar language, can the municipality ban that person from displaying those signs?"

Chris Holman welcomes Alexander S. Rusek, Shareholder, Lansing, MI and Bryan Cermak, Senior Attorney, Southfield, MI, both with Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC. When your child turns 18, they are legally independent. Now that they are leaving home for the first time, they are likely to face multiple situations on their own where making the wrong choice could have long lasting negative effects. What are some of the common legal pitfalls that college students, especially first year students, can run into? (Not obtaining consent, academic dishonesty such as using CHATGPT/AI to write a paper, alcohol and drug use, distracted driving etc.) What are some of the long-term repercussions that these pitfalls can have, not just on a student's academic career but also on any future professional opportunities? If your young adult child is charged with a crime, why is it important to contact a criminal law attorney immediately? It is best to plan ahead for potential disasters before they can occur. Before they leave home, what are some of the legal documents a parent should have drawn up and signed with their adult child to avoid catastrophe in unforeseen circumstances? (Durable Power of Attorney, HIPAA, FERPA, etc.) What do each of these documents do, what is their purpose and how can they help should the worst happen? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Originally uploaded April 18th, reedited July 8th. Jeffrey Mosher welcomes JV Anderton business attorney (now Shareholder) at Foster Swift and an Executive Committee Member for LEAP Why succession planning is important? I understand you have a program to tell us about? What will the program cover? Where is the program? LANSING, MI – Ingham County businesses will have access to succession planning assistance through an innovative training series this spring and summer. Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP), Ingham County, Foster Swift Collins & Smith, PC, Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce, Tri-Star Trust and Transworld Business Advisors are delivering four Succession Planning 101 courses and two Succession Planning 201 courses geared to provide business owners a “Layman's Guide to Succession Planning.” “Succession planning is one of the most over-looked aspects of business lifecycle and yet, an effective succession strategy can make an enormous financial difference to the owner(s) and the community,” says J.V. Anderton, Foster Swift business attorney and LEAP Executive Committee Member. “Our goal with this program is to help business owners lay the foundation for starting their own succession plan. This is a multi-disciplinary approach that will look at the financial, emotional, legal and logistical side of the process.” Succession Planning 101 covers: identifying possible successors, operations and existing contracts, financial planning, self-evaluation and communications, the importance of a succession planning team, key legal considerations and recommended timeline for taking key steps. Succession Planning 201 covers: maximizing the value of your trusted advisors, prepping your business for transition, business valuations, communications in the process, and includes a case study. Succession Planning 101 (4 scheduling options) April 25: 8:30-10:00 am. Foster Swift Hub: 313 S. Washington Square, Lansing MI May 21: 3:30-5:00 pm. Okemos Conference Center: 2187 University Park Drive, Okemos MI Click Here for Registration July 18: 8:30-10:00 am. LRCC Office: 500 E Michigan Avenue, Suite 200, Lansing MI Click Here for Registration August 27: 3:30-5:00 pm. Hidden Gem Event Center: 4230 Charlar Drive, Holt MI 48842 Click Here for Registration Succession Planning 201 (2 scheduling options) June 18: 8:30-10:00 am. LRCC Office: 500 E Michigan Avenue, Suite 200, Lansing MI Click Here for Registration September 18: 3:30-5:00 pm. LRCC Office: 500 E Michigan Avenue, Suite 200, Lansing MI Click Here for Registration There is no fee for attending, but pre-registration is required. To register go to: https://members.lansingchamber.org/ap/Events/Register/NWHjRMotxHaCm Speakers include: J.V. Anderton, Foster Swift Collins & Smith, PC Amanda Dernovshek, Foster Swift Collins & Smith, PC Taylor Gast, Foster Swift Collins & Smith, PC Benjamin Brakken – Tri-Star Trust Jessica Stark – Transworld Business Advisors.

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Alexander S. Rusek, Shareholder, Lansing, along with Bryan Cermak, Senior Attorney, Southfield, MI, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC When your child turns 18, they are legally independent. Now that they are leaving home for the first time, they are likely to face multiple situations on their own where making the wrong choice could have long lasting negative effects. What are some of the common legal pitfalls that college students, especially first year students, can run into? (Not obtaining consent, academic dishonesty such as using CHATGPT/AI to write a paper, alcohol and drug use, distracted driving etc.) What are some of the long-term repercussions that these pitfalls can have, not just on a student's academic career but also on any future professional opportunities? If your young adult child is charged with a crime, why is it important to contact a criminal law attorney immediately? It is best to plan ahead for potential disasters before they can occur. Before they leave home, what are some of the legal documents a parent should have drawn up and signed with their adult child to avoid catastrophe in unforeseen circumstances? (Durable Power of Attorney, HIPAA, FERPA, etc.) What do each of these documents do, what is their purpose and how can they help should the worst happen? A Foster Swift Second Wednesday Sessions, this Wednesday, July 10, 2024, will be addressing these topics, tell us how the business community can access the session? Are there any other highlights we should know about heading into the session? upcoming Second Wednesday Sessions Next Wednesday, July 10, 2024, If your 18-year-old is badly injured in a car accident, unless the child signed a durable power of attorney and HIPAA authorization, you cannot access their medical information, even in an emergency. If your student has a controlled substance use conviction on their record, it is possible they may likely be unable to obtain any sort of financial aid or have their application to grad school rejected. Preparing to send a child to college is more than just helping them pack their car or making sure they have the right meal plan. It is also about giving them the resources to protect themselves now that they are no longer under your guidance. Join us for our July 2nd Wednesday to learn more on the importance of Best Practices to Avoid Legal Consequences for Parents & College Bound Students: When: July 10, from 12:00-12:30 pm Registration: https://bit.ly/2ndWeds2024 Addressing issues from both the student's and the parent's perspective, this session features moderator Paul Millenbach with litigators Bryan Cermak and Alex Rusek as they discuss the following: Getting into Trouble: Knowing the Importance of Consent: While a difficult subject to discuss, it is important that your child understands the importance of obtaining consent from a partner prior to engaging in any sexual activities. Common Legal Pitfalls for Students and Facing Criminal Charges in College: If your child is charged with a crime, it is important to contact a criminal law attorney immediately to assist them through the process and mitigate damage. Planning Ahead:  Combatting Cyber-Bullying & Defamation: Knowing what to do and what your legal options are if you discover your child has painted someone on social media in a false light Importance of Having Proper Documentation in Place: Once a child turns 18, they are no longer required to be under the guardianship of their parents. Academic Dishonesty: College students now have greater access to resources than their parents ever did.

Chris Holman welcomes back Kimberly P. Hafley, Director of Marketing and Recruitment, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Attorneys, Lansing, but Foster Swift covers, six locations; Lansing, Detroit, Southfield, Grand Rapids, Holland and St. Joseph. Kim, let's review some current issues that businesses should be thinking about. What's #1? 1) Campaign donations: It's an election year. Both individuals and businesses will be solicited for campaign contributions. It's important to remember the who, what when and how of campaign finance law: Business can check out our Video What Can MY Business Contribute to a Campaign https://youtu.be/KQyGFcGwQbM How about second? 2) Independent Contractor Rule: So the new independent contractor rule is now in effect…what does that mean? Independent Contractor Final Rule Could Have Major Impact on Select Industries: Foster Swift And third of these issues? 3. Attorneys to help guide your business. The role they plan in planning along with your accountant, cyber security professional and insurance is key. We have literally thousands of resources. www.fosterswift.com » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Chris Holman welcomes back Clifford {Cliff} Hammond Shareholder, Employment & Labor Lawyer, Foster Swift Collins & Smith, Southfield and Lansing Foster Swift, with a half dozen locations across Michigan. Topic: New Independent Contractor Rule. What's is the new rule about? What are the industries and types of employers that may need to really take a close look at this? What can happen if you misclassify someone under this rule? Foster Swift also shared this recent article on the subject: Independent Contractor Final Rule Could Have Major Impact on Select Industries The much-anticipated independent contractor final rule issued earlier this month by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) will become effective March 11, 2024. Several years in the making, the new rule could result in a wholesale reexamination of worker classification practices, especially in industries where independent contractors are extensively utilized. Construction, transportation/logistics, healthcare, consulting/business/IT services and the gig sector (e.g., Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, and Grubhub) are among the industries that are most likely to experience a significant impact due to the changed requirements of the updated rule. The new rule utilizes a test like the ones many courts have used for years to determine whether workers should be classified and treated as independent contractors or employees under U.S. wage laws. The new version of the rule, however, is controversial because of the likelihood that it will result in the DOL recognizing fewer independent contractors and more employees. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and other business groups are expected to challenge the rule in the courts. Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy has said a resolution will be introduced to repeal the rule. If such a resolution were to make it through both the Senate and House, it's likely that President Biden would veto the measure. Independent Contractor Final Rule: The Details The final version of the rule utilizes a review and analysis which assesses the “totality of circumstances” to establish whether a worker is an independent contractor or an employee. The test analyzes six factors equally without assigning a predetermined weight to any particular or set of factors. The six factors are: Opportunity for Profit or Loss Depending on Managerial Skill – Whether the worker exercises managerial skill that affects their economic success or failure in performing the work. Investments by the Worker and Potential Employer – Whether the investments of a worker (capital or entrepreneurial) contribute to and support the maintenance and growth of the business. Degree of Permanence of the Work Relationship – Whether the nature of the work is steady, sporadic, or project-based with fixed beginning and ending dates. Nature and Degree of Control – Which party controls hiring, firing, scheduling, pricing, pay rates, supervision, and other economic and performance factors? Extent that Work Performed is an Integral Part of the Potential Employer's Business – Whether the work performed is critical, necessary, or central to the potential employer's principal line of business. The Worker's Skill and Initiative – Whether a worker uses their own specialized skills together with business planning to support, grow, or improve the business. Employers should note that the new rule doesn't represent new law. Nor does it create any new legal obligations, but rather clarifies the DOL's interpretation of the existing law. In addition, the federal rule may not be fully applicable in those states which have their own laws or tests for classifying workers as employees or independent contractors, which include California, Illinois, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, and others.

Chris Holman welcomes back Mikhail Murshak, Senior Attorney, Foster Swift Collins & Smith, Lansing, MI, but serving 6 offices across MI. What does it mean to be a trademark troll? What not to do when you are approached by a trademark troll? What you should do when responding to a trademark troll? Here's some more reference information on the topic: Through tactical litigation practices, copyright trolls rely on copyright law to allege infringement and threaten major statutory damages upon unsuspecting defendants. The term “copyright troll” is an unflattering nickname for someone who manipulates the intellectual property (“IP”) laws to force a “toll” by way of a settlement payout on market participants. Copyright trolls use technology to identify potential unintentional infringement activity and send template demand letters for payment. To leverage a higher payment with minimal effort, the letter is filled with threats and misrepresentations of how the law would likely be applied. The amount is usually too little to initiate federal litigation, but big enough that the recipient is usually afraid and rightfully concerned. The ask in a demand letter can often exceed $10,000 – even $30,000, depending on the circumstances. As to be expected, receiving this sort of letter from a copyright troll can be scary and overwhelming for most people faced with such allegations. Most of the time, recipients of these demand letters feel they have done nothing wrong, but are being asked to pay a significant fee. Hence, a “troll” has jumped out from under a bridge and demanded a “toll” if you want to move forward with the alleged infringing activity. This trolling practice has continued to become more frequent as technology has evolved. The trolls acquire rights to huge quantities of digital images and the like, mostly ubiquitous in nature, and then head into the wild world of the internet, searching for anyone using that media without permission. Modern search tools or software have become efficient and effective at scouring alleged infringements across the internet. From there, once a copyrighted graphic is detected – whether that be a licensed photo on a website, a clipart on an online menu, or the use of a protected image on social media – the troll engages their legal representatives to seek monetary damages by way of settlement in lieu of litigation from everyday persons and small business owners. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Originally uploaded January 23rd. Chris Holman welcomes back Kimberly P. Hafley, Director of Marketing and Recruitment, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Attorneys, Lansing, but Foster Swift covers, six locations; Lansing, Detroit, Southfield, Grand Rapids, Holland and St. Joseph. Welcome back Kim, remind the Michigan business community about the scope of services by Foster Swift Attorneys? How was 2023? What were the highlights? What are you looking forward to in 2024? Has this latest addition of attorneys in late 2023 set Foster Swift up well for covering legal specialties? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Originally uploaded November 7, 2023, Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Robert A. Hamor, Shareholder, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC, Southfield, MI. Robert had shared the stage of an MBN Speakers Series event in October 2022 discussing the upcoming Corporate Transparency Act and now just over a year later was back to give MBN an update. What is the Corporate Transparency Act? What companies are required to report under it? What information needs to be reported? What happens if a company does not comply? How does a company get help in determining their reporting obligations? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Originally uploaded November 14th: Chris Holman welcomes back Robert Hamor, Shareholder, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC, Southfield, MI, with 6 branches across Michigan. Robert, welcome back, What is this AirBoss case we are hearing about? How are companies dealing with the impact of AirBoss? What industries are primarily impacted by AirBoss? (Up to speed material to know for this interview): The Michigan Supreme Court issued a decision this summer which may impact decades-long customs and practices in many industries–including the auto industry–with respect to “release contracts” associated with part purchases. Because many of these types of release contracts did not include a specific quantity of parts (or otherwise identify the contract as a “requirements” contract) at the time of contracting, instead deferring to a common practice of issuing “releases” in the future, Michigan's Supreme Court ruled that the agreement did not obligate the seller to supply the necessary parts on an ongoing basis. Instead, if the seller chose to accept the “release”, a contract was formed, and the relevant terms and conditions would apply. The practical effect of this is that the seller could refuse to provide the necessary parts under the pre-determined pricing and contractual arrangements. This ruling can upend decades-long supply chains if the relevant agreements do not comport with this new ruling. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Chris Holman welcomes Nicholas J. Stock II, ASSOCIATE, Grand Rapids, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Attorneys with a half dozen locations across Michigan Topic: New Federal Registration Exemption for M&A Brokers of Eligible Businesses The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 has recently been amended to exempt “M&A brokers” from registering with the Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) - When? How? Why? How much different is this from how M&A brokers have tentatively relied on a 2014 no-action letter in recent years? What does the new amendment enable qualifying brokers to do? Please explain this New Federal Exemption? What are the implications? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Chris Holman welcomes back Anthony M. Dalimonte, Attorney, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC, Southfield, MI, and a half dozen other sites across Michigan Topic: NIL - Name Image Likeness 1. Name, image, and likeness in college athletics has been a topic that has gained significant attention in the last few years. Could you explain to our listeners what exactly name, image, and likeness means and some background of how we got here? Absolutely. Name, image, and likeness, often abbreviated as NIL, refers to the rights of individuals, particularly college athletes, to have control and monetize their own personal brand. It compasses their name, voice, photograph, and other identifiable attributes that can be associated with their public persona. Historically, it was an NCAA violation for a college athlete to money off of their name, image, and likeness. As for how we got here, in 2021 Supreme Court found that it was a violation of antitrust law to restrict college athletes from profiting off of their name, image, and likeness. As a result, the NCAA changed its rules regarding NIL and announced a new interim policy that permitted college athletes to profit from their NIL. Per the NCAA's policy, athletes and institutions must follow their state laws regarding NIL. To date, 32 states have passed NIL laws that are largely modeled off of California's Fair Pay to Play Act. 2. Let's dive into the details of Michigan's NIL law. Can you provide us an overview of what Michigan's NIL law looks like? Sure, Michigan's House Bill 5217 which went into effect December 31, 2022 provides that colleges and universities are prohibited from doing the following: · preventing student athletes from competing in college athletics because they earn compensation from an NIL deal. · Preventing a student athlete from obtaining professional representation · Paying a student-athlete compensation directly for the use of their NIL rights · Revoking or reducing a student-athlete's scholarship because they enter into an NIL deal Now, the student athlete has obligations they must comply with. Generally, the student athlete can't: · Advertise for a sponsor that creates a conflict with a sponsor of the college · Athletes are required to disclose the NIL opportunities or contract that hope to enter into at least 7 days before entering into that contract. · Student athletes are not granted any right to use the intellectual property, logos, or copyright of their universities · And they are required to follow their university's academic requirements, team rules, and disciplinary standards. In addition, schools are developing their own NIL policies which student-athletes would be required to comply that may be more restrictive than the state's law. And then there's the NCAA regulations. Schools/student-athletes must comply with the NCAA's interim policy as well as any guidance published by the NCAA. 3. We have lots of businesses who listen to this show. What advice would you give to businesses looking to navigate this new landscape and establish partnerships with student-athletes? Well, I think the new NIL rules provide a fantastic opportunity for businesses looking to explore new ways of marketing their products, especially in areas where there is very strong support for particular schools student-athletes or sports. From a legal perspective, it is important to make sure you have a well-drafted contract that clearly outlines the rights and obligations of both parties, which includes permitted uses of the individual's name, image, and likeness, compensation terms, the duration of the contract, things like that. I think there's also the added element of compliance as well. You want to make sure you're compliant with Michigan's laws, the NCAA regulations, and the university's NIL policy, to the extent there is one, so that both the business and the student-athlete can reach a mutually beneficial arrangement without jeopardizing eligibility for the athlete.

Chris Holman welcomes back Kimberly P. Hafley, Director of Marketing and Recruitment, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Attorneys, Lansing, but Foster Swift covers, six locations; Lansing, Detroit, Southfield, Grand Rapids, Holland, and St. Joseph. Once again thank you for your support of the MBN Speakers Series, I hope you found the results of the Michigan Future Business Index beneficial. We've hit the mid-point of 2023 what have been some of the highlights so far this year for Foster Swift? You've had several personnel announcements recently including some new hires, anyone you'd care to mention? Foster Swift has a Second Wednesday Series, can you tell us about that? I know we have another interview coming up to dive deep into the details but can you briefly tell us about an upcoming event with updates in employment law?

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Mikhail Murshak, Senior Attorney, IP, Foster Swift, Collins & Smith PC, Lansing, (but serving 6 branches across Michigan) Adjunct Professor, Youth Soccer and Basketball Coach Mikhail, tell us about your career path up until joining Foster Swift? Tell us more about your focus and specialty now that you're with Foster Swift? What are the big challenges for businesses with patents these days? Will this lead to a lot of travel for you, or the clients, or will you be living on ZOOM? Tell us a bit more about that professor and coach role in your life? Up to speed notes: Mikhail Murshak just joined Foster Swift's Lansing office. Mike is a licensed patent attorney with extensive experience in a wide range of intellectual property matters. LANSING, Mich. — Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC welcomes attorney, Mikhail “Mike” Murshak, to the firm. Mike is a licensed patent attorney and has extensive experience in a wide range of intellectual property matters including patent, trademark strategy and acquisition, and general IP and business counseling including preparation, prosecution, and licensing. Mike works with start-up companies as one of his passions where he assists clients with negotiating terms, reviewing agreements, and due diligence. Mike's background includes preparation and prosecution of patents in areas that include: medical devices, manufacturing, consumer products, computer technology, automotive, aerospace, chemical engineering, nanotechnology, and sleep technology. Complementing his practice, Mike is an adjunct Professor for Trademark and Patent Law at Michigan State University College of Law and Western Michigan University Cooley Law School. Mike earned his bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from Michigan State University and received his juris doctor from the University of Connecticut School of Law. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Alexander S. Rusek, Senior Attorney, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC, Lansing, MI, to the 'Michigan Business Beat'. An article he just did: Expungement Process for Convictions in Michigan | Six Steps to a Fresh Start: Foster Swift What is “expunging” or “setting aside” a conviction? Why is it important for an individual to have a criminal conviction expunged? What kind of convictions are expungable and how can I find out if I am eligible to have a criminal conviction expunged? What are some of the steps to the expungement process? What resources are available and where can I find more information? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Jeffrey Mosher catches up with Cliff Hammond, Shareholder, Foster Swift Collins and Smith PC Attorneys, Southfield and Lansing, MI. Cliff returned to the show to share details about a hybrid event coming up March 10th. to be held live and via ZOOM. Employers: Are You Ready for the Changes Coming in 2022? Foster Swift Going Forward Webinars March 10, 2022 Despite the U.S. Supreme Court blocking the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) "vaccine-or-test" mandate last month, questions still abound concerning what 2022's forecast will look like for employers. We invite you to join us at our Lansing office for our Spring 2022 Labor & Employment Law Update on Thursday, March 10. As this will be our first in-person educational event in over two years, we understand that many are still unsure or uncomfortable about gathering in groups. To accommodate all preferences, this will be a hybrid event with attendees being able to attend both in-person and virtually with the sessions being broadcast over Zoom simultaneously. · When: Thursday, March 10, 2022 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm · Where: 313 S. Washington Square, Lansing, MI 48933 o The session will be in the Hub space (lower level). Parking is located behind the building on S. Grand Avenue (Do not park in Wolverine Parking Co. lot next door). See the receptionist in the lobby for a gate token to leave the parking lot when finished. · Cost: Free · Registration: For those that wish to participate virtually, please use this registration link: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ANCYCvajQzKWsrk2YI0YLw. ​​​For those that wish to attend in person, please RSVP by contacting Jake Leuvoy at jleuvoy@fosterswift.com or (517) 371-8125 by no later than Monday, March 7. Registration in the Hub will begin at 8:30 am with refreshments provided. When discussions end at 12:00 pm, those that wish to leave may do so. However, for those that have further questions and would like to join our presenters for a light lunch and Q & A, we will provide lunches for those that RSVP. Among the discussions included in the agenda are: · COVID-19 Updates and Vaccination Mandates: o OSHA ETS o MIOSHA o CMS Rule o Voluntary Mandates o Exemptions o Unemployment · Non-compete and No-poaching Agreements; Are they Legal or Enforceable? · How does the Corporate Transparency Act of 2021 affect Employers? · Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Update: o New minimum wage, overtime and tip credit laws effective 01/01/2022; o Gig Economy: Are your employees classified and paid properly? · Employee Handbook Essentials and Necessary Updates. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Chris Holman speaks with Mark T. Koerner, Attorney, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC, Lansing with 6 sites across Michigan. Mark is once again representing the law firm in the event known as Dapper Dads. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Cliff Hammond, Shareholder, Foster Swift Collins & Smith, joins Chris Holman to talking about what businesses need to know about safely getting back to work in the office. Cliff is a member of Foster Swift's Employers Services practice group in the Southfield and Lansing offices where he focuses his practice on employment and labor law counsel and litigation. In the interview, they cover how should employers deal with employees who have a medical issue working in the office, letting go of workers, specific COVID rules that are still enforced, and expected changes in the workplace from the State. » Visit MBN website: https://www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: https://www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: https://twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Kim Hafley, Director of Marketing and Recruitment, Foster Swift Collins & Smith, joins Chris Holman to talk about what businesses and employers need to focus on as we get back to in-person work. Now that the state has reached the 55% vaccination threshold, MIOSHA has removed the requirement that employers must create a "Policy prohibiting in-person work for employees to the extent that their work activities can feasibly be completed remotely." » Visit MBN website: https://www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: https://www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: https://twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Vicki Hamilton-Allen talks to local lawyer, John Mashni of Foster Swift Collins & Smith about something other than law. Mashni recently penned a fairy tale about a Tooting Princess. You will have to get a copy to enjoy the fragrant details of this new children’s book that is really full of beans! This podcast is filled with valuable lessons including how to be entrepreneurial as a growing family and how he used the production of this book to instill life lessons and basic business skills to his children such as: budgeting, planning and philanthropy to name only a few. John Mashni is an attorney, professor, writer, entrepreneur, movie producer, and now children’s book author. John’s first children’s book is a re-telling of his children’s favorite bedtime story. It’s the story of Cinderella, with John’s own unique twist. One of John’s main motivations for writing a children’s book has nothing to do with the actual book. For years he dreamed of being able to work with his children in a way that would make them proud. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN’s YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Nicholas Oertel, lawyer and partner of Foster Swift Collins and Smith, talks with Michigan Business Network about the current state of Mergers & Acquisitions in Michigan. In the interview, Nick covers the view of the current M&A landscape in Michigan, Foster Swift's M&A group, special issues with transactions during the COVID, and tax issues of buying or selling a business. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN’s YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Jean G. Schtokal, Attorney, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC, joins Chris Holman to talk about exporting considerations for businesses in 2021. Jean covers topics of the wide-ranging effects of the global pandemic, supply chain and shipping issues, work in the virtual environment, legislation, tariffs, foreign investments, and export controls.

Jeffrey Mosher catches up with Taylor Gast, Associate (business, tax, cyber law lawyer), Foster Swift Collins & Smith Attorneys PC Lansing, MI, with other branches Southfield, Grand Rapids, Detroit, Holland, St. Joseph, MI. In their discussion they cover points on PPP Loans including: How are current PPP borrowers affected by the recent federal stimulus legislation? What new opportunities are available by recent legislation? Second round PPP loan,Michigan small business grants, etc) What should interested companies do as a next step?

Partner & Shareholder Ray Littleton and Associate Sydney Steele of Foster Swift Collins & Smith, PC's Southfield branch on the Michigan Business Beat with Chris Holman. The pair discuss how while no one wants to be a defendant in a civil lawsuit, it is important to know exactly what to do when served with a Summons and Complaint. Ray and Sydney cover COVID business Liability immunity possibilities, potential claims against businesses, supply chain disruption, business disruption insurance claims, and what to do if served with a complaint.

Jeffrey Mosher spoke with Stefania Gismondi Shareholder and a member of the General Litigation Practice Group in the Southfield office of Foster Swift Collins and Smith PC Attorneys. She recently wrote an article for Foster Swift's Ag Law newsletter focusing on common questions and answers of what the new Michigan no-fault laws mean for employees that are injured in accidents while occupying employer-owned vehicles. On May 30, 2019, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a bill that dramatically reformed the No Fault Act. The legislation made sweeping changes to laws that had existed for decades. Many of these changes will apply to automobile insurance policies renewed or issued after July 1, 2020. Under the present law, no-fault policyholders purchase coverage that provides unlimited personal protection insurance benefits (“PIP” benefits) for allowable expenses (i.e. medical expenses, medical mileage, attendant care, or nursing/personal care, etc.). Gismondi discusses several scenarios of vehicles and drivers under the new law.

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Taylor Gast, Associate with Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Attorneys, Lansing, Southfield Grand Rapids Detroit Holland St. Joseph, MI With PPP (Paycheck Protection Program) coordinated by the SBA, in light of the COVID-19 crisis. A topic that Foster Swift is encountering is businesses applying for PPP Loan Forgiveness. To respond to the many questions, Foster Swift is planning a webinar for Thursday this week. On May 15, the SBA released the Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness Application. The application represents the first significant interpretation of PPP forgiveness rules since the CARES Act. The application clarifies a number of ambiguous issues. Foster Swift will be providing a free webinar at 10:00 a.m. EST on Thursday, May 21 that will provide an in-depth discussion of these clarifications along with a sample case study about how to calculate the forgiveness amount on the application.

Fred is an Attorney and Shareholder with Foster Swift, Grand Rapids as Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Attorneys which spans Michigan in DETROIT | SOUTHFIELD | LANSING | GRAND RAPIDS | HOLLAND | ST. JOSEPH. This interview covers remote mediation, During the conversation with Fred we find out: 1. what is facilitative mediation and what is the role of the mediator how have the social distancing requirements impacted the way business people, professionals and lawyers conduct mediation? 2. what is your experience with the satisfaction of the participants in participating in mediations remotely? 3. Are there any benefits to video enabled conferencing for mediations As contrasted with the old fashioned way of getting together? 4. What do you see happening with mediations and interactive video conferencing after this crisis is over and we return to some form of normalcy? Fred Dilley is an attorney with Foster Swift Collins & Smith. A large portion of his practice deals he serves as a facilitative mediator, completing about 100 mediations each year with a very significant success rate and a large number of return users; working on a variety of complex and difficult matters ranging from business disputes to divorce cases to personal injury matters. He brings more than 35 years of experience to his facilitative mediation and arbitration and is highly regarded by his peers as evidenced by his election to the American College of Trial Lawyers and American Board of Trial Advocates.

Mike Zahrt a business and trust and estate lawyer with Foster Swift Collins & Smith, PC. Mike Zahrt shares in this interview with Jeffrey Mosher about MI Executive Order 2020-41 which encourages the use of electronic signatures and remote notarization. Two of the most applicable situations is that it allows people to amend estate plans remotely and it allows title companies to close real estate deals. 1. Executive Order 2020-41 relaxes notary requirements. Why was this necessary? 2. Who benefits most from the order? 3. What should people using a remote notary expect? Mike works with clients to prioritize their goals and works to provide a solution custom-tailored to achieve those goals. He understands his clients are best served by counsel who addresses legal issues and also helps further business objectives. He practices in the firm's Grand Rapids and Lansing offices working on the following areas: · Business Formations and Transactions. Mike assists individuals and business throughout numerous industries in a variety of matters, including entity selection and formation; drafting shareholder and operating agreements; taxable and tax-free purchases and sales of businesses; and detailed analysis of corporate, individual and partnership tax issues. · Business and Farm Succession Planning. He identifies tax efficient exit strategies for the owners of a wide variety of businesses to achieve their goals, including the sale of a successful business to fund the owner's retirement or charitable goals and passing a family-owned business on to the next generation. Mike is also familiar with the particular needs and goals of family-owned farming operations. · Estate Planning. Mike assists on a wide variety of estate planning matters – from drafting wills and revocable trusts to complex planning strategies to reduce or eliminate federal gift and estate taxes. He also uses business succession strategies to accomplish the estate planning goals of the client.

Recording remotely, Chris Holman takes two segments to catch up on great information with ​Taylor Gast, Associate (business, tax, cyber law lawyer), Foster Swift Collins & Smith Attorneys PC Lansing, MI, with other branches Southfield Grand Rapids Detroit Holland St. Joseph, MI. The main focus of their conversations was related to the stimulus,... a focus on business and nonprofit entities’ opportunities. The Paycheck Protection Program is something Foster Swift is helping organizations understand. It will make sense for many, maybe even most organizations to apply. Taylor also gets into some of the other stimulus changes and tax code changes that are more impactful. Foster Swift Attorneys as can be expected are getting quite a few questions on the stimulus, They walk through some of the background and general questions getting to issues which are motivating them to look for more info/call.

Recording remotely, Chris Holman takes two segments to catch up on great information with ​Taylor Gast, Associate (business, tax, cyber law lawyer), Foster Swift Collins & Smith Attorneys PC Lansing, MI, with other branches Southfield Grand Rapids Detroit Holland St. Joseph, MI. The main focus of their conversations was related to the stimulus,... a focus on business and nonprofit entities’ opportunities. The Paycheck Protection Program is something Foster Swift is helping organizations understand. It will make sense for many, maybe even most organizations to apply. Taylor also gets into some of the other stimulus changes and tax code changes that are more impactful. Foster Swift Attorneys as can be expected are getting quite a few questions on the stimulus, They walk through some of the background and general questions getting to issues which are motivating them to look for more info/call.

December 3rd Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Attorneys Co-Hosted an event in the East Lansing vicinity. Building Michigan’s Infrastructure Through P3s. Shared here are excerpts from the afternoon presentation: What’s on the Horizon: A Discussion with Paul Ajegba, Director of the Michigan Department of Transportation about Infrastructure Opportunities in Michigan.

December 3rd Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Attorneys Co-Hosted an event in the East Lansing vicinity. Building Michigan’s Infrastructure Through P3s. Shared here are excerpts from the very end of the morning session and then coverage from the opening afternoon presentation: What’s on the Horizon: A Discussion with Paul Ajegba, Director of the Michigan Department of Transportation about Infrastructure Opportunities in Michigan.

December 3rd Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Attorneys Co-Hosted an event in the East Lansing vicinity. Building Michigan’s Infrastructure Through P3s. Shared here are excerpts from the afternoon presentation: What’s on the Horizon: A Discussion with Paul Ajegba, Director of the Michigan Department of Transportation about Infrastructure Opportunities in Michigan.

December 3rd Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Attorneys Co-Hosted an event in the East Lansing vicinity. Building Michigan’s Infrastructure Through P3s. Shared here are excerpts from the afternoon presentation: What’s on the Horizon: A Discussion with Paul Ajegba, Director of the Michigan Department of Transportation about Infrastructure Opportunities in Michigan.

December 3rd Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Attorneys Co-Hosted an event in the East Lansing vicinity. Building Michigan’s Infrastructure Through P3s. Shared here are excerpts from the afternoon presentation: What’s on the Horizon: A Discussion with Paul Ajegba, Director of the Michigan Department of Transportation about Infrastructure Opportunities in Michigan.

December 3rd Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Attorneys Co-Hosted an event in the East Lansing vicinity. Building Michigan’s Infrastructure Through P3s. Shared here are excerpts from the afternoon presentation: What’s on the Horizon: A Discussion with Paul Ajegba, Director of the Michigan Department of Transportation about Infrastructure Opportunities in Michigan.

December 3rd Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Attorneys Co-Hosted an event in the East Lansing vicinity. Building Michigan’s Infrastructure Through P3s. Shared here are excerpts from the morning presentation "Infrastructure Challenges & The State of P3s in MI". You'll hear the wrap-up of material presented by Todd Fenton, Economic Development Manager for Royal Oak, MI, and then the information delivered by Teresa Bingman, The Bingman Group LLC. Her presentation focuses on the ongoing water issues of Flint, MI, and those potentially faced by many other Michigan communities. State of current laws, what is permitted and what is not P3 successes in Michigan How to address challenges with P3s in Michigan Michigan Infrastructure Council and Asset Management

December 3rd Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Attorneys Co-Hosted an event in the East Lansing vicinity. Building Michigan’s Infrastructure Through P3s. Shared here are excerpts from the afternoon presentation: What’s on the Horizon: A Discussion with Paul Ajegba, Director of the Michigan Department of Transportation about Infrastructure Opportunities in Michigan.

December 3rd Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Attorneys Co-Hosted an event in the East Lansing vicinity. Building Michigan’s Infrastructure Through P3s. Shared here are excerpts from the afternoon presentation: What’s on the Horizon: A Discussion with Paul Ajegba, Director of the Michigan Department of Transportation about Infrastructure Opportunities in Michigan.

December 3rd Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Attorneys Co-Hosted an event in the East Lansing vicinity. Building Michigan’s Infrastructure Through P3s. Shared here are excerpts from the morning presentation "Infrastructure Challenges & The State of P3s in MI". You'll hear the wrap-up of material presented by Todd Fenton, Economic Development Manager for Royal Oak, MI, and then the information delivered by Teresa Bingman, The Bingman Group LLC. Her presentation focuses on the ongoing water issues of Flint, MI, and those potentially faced by many other Michigan communities. State of current laws, what is permitted and what is not P3 successes in Michigan How to address challenges with P3s in Michigan Michigan Infrastructure Council and Asset Management

December 3rd Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Attorneys Co-Hosted an event in the East Lansing vicinity. Building Michigan’s Infrastructure Through P3s. Shared here are excerpts from the morning presentation "Infrastructure Challenges & The State of P3s in MI". You'll hear the wrap-up of material presented by Todd Fenton, Economic Development Manager for Royal Oak, MI, and then the information delivered by Teresa Bingman, The Bingman Group LLC. Her presentation focuses on the ongoing water issues of Flint, MI, and those potentially faced by many other Michigan communities. State of current laws, what is permitted and what is not P3 successes in Michigan How to address challenges with P3s in Michigan Michigan Infrastructure Council and Asset Management

December 3rd Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Attorneys Co-Hosted an event in the East Lansing vicinity. Building Michigan’s Infrastructure Through P3s. Shared here are excerpts from the morning presentation "Infrastructure Challenges & The State of P3s in MI". You'll hear the wrap-up of material presented by Todd Fenton, Economic Development Manager for Royal Oak, MI, and then the information delivered by Teresa Bingman, The Bingman Group LLC. Her presentation focuses on the ongoing water issues of Flint, MI, and those potentially faced by many other Michigan communities. State of current laws, what is permitted and what is not P3 successes in Michigan How to address challenges with P3s in Michigan Michigan Infrastructure Council and Asset Management

December 3rd Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Attorneys Co-Hosted an event in the East Lansing vicinity. Building Michigan’s Infrastructure Through P3s. Shared here are excerpts from the morning presentation "Infrastructure Challenges & The State of P3s in MI". You'll hear the wrap-up of material presented by Todd Fenton, Economic Development Manager for Royal Oak, MI, and then the information delivered by Teresa Bingman, The Bingman Group LLC. Her presentation focuses on the ongoing water issues of Flint, MI, and those potentially faced by many other Michigan communities. State of current laws, what is permitted and what is not P3 successes in Michigan How to address challenges with P3s in Michigan Michigan Infrastructure Council and Asset Management

December 3rd Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Attorneys Co-Hosted an event in the East Lansing vicinity. Building Michigan’s Infrastructure Through P3s. Shared here are excerpts from the morning presentation "Infrastructure Challenges & The State of P3s in MI". You'll hear the wrap-up of material presented by Todd Fenton, Economic Development Manager for Royal Oak, MI, and then the information delivered by Teresa Bingman, The Bingman Group LLC. Her presentation focuses on the ongoing water issues of Flint, MI, and those potentially faced by many other Michigan communities. State of current laws, what is permitted and what is not P3 successes in Michigan How to address challenges with P3s in Michigan Michigan Infrastructure Council and Asset Management

Hosted by Jade Sims, this segment of the globalEDGE Business Beat is an interview with Jean Schtokal, Shareholder at Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Attorneys / Law Firm and Chair of the West Michigan District Export Council (DEC). The District Export Councils are comprised of volunteers appointed by the U.S. Secretary of Commerce to assist small- and medium-sized businesses with their export activities. In Michigan, they provide consulting, training programs, and support for the almost 15,000 exporters. Jean and Jade discuss how to contact these professionals for assistance, and upcoming programs that Michigan companies can take advantage of.

David Lick has more than 40 years of experience in construction law, public-private partnerships, administrative law and alternative dispute resolution. He is a Shareholder with Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC Attorneys Lansing, Michigan. He joins Jeffrey Mosher to discuss a Symposium which Foster Swift is co-sponsoring December 3, 2019. Infrastructure in Michigan needs to be rebuilt and oftentimes governments are cash-strapped for roads, bridges, water and wastewater, and other public works. How P3s (Public-Private Partnerships) are being utilized to meet the challenges faced by municipalities will be presented by the National Council for Public-Private Partnerships (NCPPP) at their P3 Showcase in Lansing on December 3, 2019, to be held at Lansing's Henry Center for Executive Development.

"Understanding the Attention Economy" with our experts: Ken Seneff of Restaurant Logic Media, Brandon Ansel of Pitch.me, Jerry Norris of Grand Ledge Fledge and John Mashni of Foster Swift Collins and Smith P.C. Later, Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie Michigan answers your communications questions in our "Ask Phil" segment. Also, Michael Patrick Shiels talks budgets and government shutdown with U.S. congressman, Mike Bishop. #AskBizRap

"Understanding the Attention Economy" with our experts: Ken Seneff of Restaurant Logic Media, Brandon Ansel of Pitch.me, Jerry Norris of Grand Ledge Fledge and John Mashni of Foster Swift Collins and Smith P.C. Later, Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie Michigan answers your communications questions in our "Ask Phil" segment. Also, Michael Patrick Shiels talks budgets and government shutdown with U.S. congressman, Mike Bishop. #AskBizRap