Most employees have a right to take leave under very specific circumstances covered by the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Several conditions must be met to qualify for up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave under this act. These include: Employer must have 50 or more...
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NLRB rules on union case involving West Michigan credit union
Concerns related to labor unions can occur in any industry. While unionization efforts often focus on those in blue-collar positions, many other workers may also require the support of a union. Sadly, some workers who do successfully unionize face job loss and other...
What are the different forms of workplace discrimination?
Workers in the Detroit area and across Michigan generally expect that their employers will treat them with dignity and abide by all state and federal workplace laws. Unfortunately, it is more common than people realize for businesses to engage in discriminatory...
3 reasons behind ‘bad decisions’ by Social Security
In previous posts on this blog, we have talked about the high rate at which the Social Security Administration rejects initial applications, prompting most applicants to at least consider filing appeals. However, a recent analysis of agency statistics revealed that...
Miller Cohen, PLC selected as a top Dearborn workers’ comp firm
We are proud to share that Miller Cohen, PLC has been selected as one of the top seven workers' compensation law firms in Dearborn, Michigan. The recognition comes from Expertise.com, which chose the selections after reviewing 26 firms. In their review, they scored...
Miller Cohen PLC Attorneys Announced Super Lawyer In 2021
Miller Cohen PLC is proud to announce the inclusion of Bruce A. Miller, Richard G. Mack Jr., Robert Fetter, and Keith D. Flynn on the 2021 Michigan Super Lawyers list. Bruce A. Miller was named one of the Top 100 lawyers in Michigan. Michigan Super Lawyers recognizes...
Miller Cohen PLC is pleased to announce that our firm’s Detroit office is moving on November 1st!
Our new home will be at 7700 Second Ave. Ste. 335, Detroit, MI 48202. Please pardon our dust as we transition into our new location.
Miller Cohen PLC Attorneys Announced Super Lawyer And Rising Star In 2019
Miller Cohen PLC is proud to announce the inclusion of Bruce A. Miller, Richard G. Mack Jr., and Robert Fetter on the 2019 Michigan Super Lawyers list and Keith D. Flynn on the 2019 Rising Stars List. Michigan Super Lawyers recognizes the top 5% of all attorneys in...
Tips for Avoiding Child Custody Disputes During the Holidays
Most parents want to spend the holidays with their children. But when a couple divorces, the holidays are split between the two new households. Custody disputes have the potential to ruin the seasonal spirit of joy for both you and your children. Here are some...
To Thrive, Not Just Survive
Miller Cohen attorney Keith Flynn, the Chair of the Genesee County Democratic Party's Policy Committee and Genesee County's delegate to the April Convention's Resolutions Committee, after consultation with a number of labor delegates, drafted and presented the...