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1.13.26
Trump v. Barbara / Trump v. Washington The Supreme Court granted review of President Trump’s Executive Order No. 14160, addressing the application of birthright citizenship. The grant follows—and has…
1.13.26
Supreme Court To Determine Whether the President Can Remove Members of Multi-Member Federal Agencies
On December 8, 2025, the Justices heard oral argument in Trump v. Slaughter (No. 25-332). The Supreme Court plans to decide (1) whether the statutory removal protections for independent, multi-member…
1.09.26
Takeaways Minnesota saw several changes to labor and employment laws take effect in 2025, with additional changes anticipated for 2026. Minnesota Minimum Wage Changes: New State Minimum Wage – Minn.…
1.05.26
Right to repair laws are giving consumers and independent repair shops greater access to parts and information. While these laws benefit consumers, they also create challenges for original equipment…
1.02.26
Takeaways As we enter 2026, Michigan employers should be aware of several Michigan employment laws that continue to have a major impact on employers, and some possible employment laws. Michigan…
12.31.25
January 1 for Michigan Cannabis: A New Year, A New Headache
Takeaways As the new year is upon us, Michigan’s wholesale cannabis tax takes effect on January 1. A mere 35 hours beforehand, Michigan’s Department of Treasury published the “average wholesale price”…
12.30.25
Key Takeaways for D.C. Employers Each year, the District of Columbia (the “District”) updates key labor and employment laws affecting local employers and workers alike. For 2026, important changes…
12.29.25
Takeaways As 2025 comes to a close, all U.S. employers face several important legislative and regulatory updates that reshape the workplace landscape heading into 2026, related to changes in federal…
12.22.25
Notable Business Cases the Court Granted Last Month. Flower Foods, Inc. v. Brock In Flower Foods, Inc. v. Brock (No. 24-935), the Supreme Court will determine whether workers who locally deliver goods…
12.22.25
Supreme Court Considers Whether “Final” Judgment Really Means “Final”
In Hain Celestial Group, Inc. v. Palmquist (No. 24-724), the Supreme Court will determine (1) whether a district court’s judgment resolving litigation between completely diverse parties must later be…
12.22.25
Supreme Court Debates Applicability of Federal Rule to Void Default Judgments
On November 4, 2025, the Supreme Court heard oral argument in Coney Island Auto Parts Unlimited, Inc. v. Burton (24-808) to consider whether Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 60(c)(1) imposes a time…
12.22.25
On November 5, 2025, the Supreme Court heard oral argument in Learning Resources v. Trump, consolidated with Trump v. VOS Selections (consolidated as No. 24-1287) to consider whether the International…
12.18.25
Takeaways On December 18, 2025, President Trump signed an executive order to fast-track the reclassification of marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA).…
12.16.25
Takeaways As 2025 draws to a close, employers should be aware of new Illinois employment laws going into effect in January 2026. Below is a summary of the upcoming changes to Illinois law: Amendment…
12.03.25
Fool’s Gold: Michigan Treasury Announces Illusory Reprieve on Marijuana Wholesale Tax
While the constitutionality of Michigan’s new marijuana wholesale tax is being reviewed by the Michigan Court of Claims, the Michigan Department of Treasury has released what Treasury is calling…
12.03.25
New 2026 California Employment Laws: How Businesses Can Protect Themselves
The 2026 statutes enacted by the legislature that impact employment are fewer in number than in prior years. Still, California employers need to be aware that the new 2026 employment laws focus on…
12.02.25
The Industrial & Manufacturing sector is poised for strong M&A activity in 2025, with more than 20% of respondents in Dykema’s latest M&A Outlook Survey identifying it as a focus. However, dealmakers…
11.20.25
Optimism is building in the Automotive, Transportation, & Mobility sector, with 62% of respondents in Dykema’s latest M&A Outlook Survey expecting more deal activity in the year ahead. Key drivers…
11.17.25
Little v. Hecox The Court will consider whether Idaho’s Fairness in Women’s Sports Act, which limits participation in female athletic teams to biological females, violates the Equal Protection Clause…
11.17.25
Supreme Court Hears First Amendment Challenge to Colorado Conversion Therapy Ban
On October 7, 2025, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Chiles v. Salazar, a case that tests the extent of First Amendment protections for regulated professionals. After a divided Tenth Circuit…
