Independent Contractor or Employee? How Michigan Classifies Workers (and Why It Matters)
Calling someone a contractor doesn't make them one. Here's how Michigan actually classifies workers and the questions worth asking before your next 1099.
Michigan Earned Sick Time Act: What Small Business Owners Need to Know in 2026
Michigan's sick time law changed again in 2025. If your handbook still says "Paid Medical Leave," it's already out of date. Here's what ESTA actually requires.
How to Fire an Employee in Michigan Without Getting Sued
Michigan gives employers real flexibility to terminate. But most wrongful termination claims aren't about the decision, they're about the missing paperwork. Here's the process
Does Your Michigan Small Business Need an Employee Handbook?
Michigan law doesn't require a handbook, but it leans hard on your written policies. Here's what yours needs to say and the mistake that turns a handbook against you.
How to Fire Someone in Michigan Without Getting Sued
At-will doesn't mean risk-free. A Michigan small business guide to terminations: the file, the conversation, the final paycheck, and the paperwork.
Is Your Michigan Small Business HR Compliant? A 6-Point Self-Check
Not sure if your HR is actually compliant? Here's a quick six-point self-check for Michigan small business owners, covering the areas that most often create risk.
How to Onboard a New Employee: A First-Week Plan That Sticks
The first week is where retention is won or lost. Here's a simple, people-first plan to onboard a new employee, from before day one through the end of week one.
Do I Need HR If I Have Under 50 Employees?
If you have ever Googled 'Do I need HR for my small business?'—you are not alone. It is one of the most common questions I hear from small business owners, and the answer is almost always yes. Here