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Michigan Supreme Court rules buyer’s “blanket” order of goods from supplier not sufficient to satisfy statute of frauds requirement that contracts include an identifiable quantity.

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Your contract could be interpreted and enforced differently than you think if a court rules its language is ambiguous.

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Understanding the 5 narrow exceptions to successor liability in Michigan could help your business buy/sell deal close more smoothly.

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Many businesses prefer arbitration to resolve disputes, but if contractual questions arise about whether to arbitrate, the courts decide.

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Asserting the first-breach rule as a defense in a contract dispute requires understanding the difference between a substantial and technical breach of the contract’s terms and conditions.

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When attorney fees are damages and collide with the limited jurisdiction of Michigan’s district courts, how can you maximize recovery within the court rules?

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So you think your contract is airtight? A court may rule differently due to latent ambiguities in the contract language.

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Recent federal appellate court ruling clarifies who decides whether a dispute can be arbitrated. 

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Three well-established legal doctrines may impact the enforceability of your contracts during an event like the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

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Whether contracting your kid to mow the lawn at home or executing a multi-million deal, you should probably read this blog post first for some important contract interpretation considerations.

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Ignorance of the terms in a personal guarantee agreement likely won’t save you from paying up under Michigan law.

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Breach of contract claims require plaintiffs to prove the contract existed, a breach occurred AND damage resulted, regardless who breached first.

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Paying the debts of another is complicated business, especially under Michigan’s version of the statute of frauds.

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Steer clear of inconsistent contract, tort and equitable theories in litigation to position your case for a successful and cost-effective outcome.

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When the enforceability of a contract turns on a party’s “good faith,” these are much more than just words.

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When it looks like a contract and reads like a contract, is it really a contract? Maybe not!

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Wise business owners and members invest up front in well-crafted operating agreements.

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Strategic advantage may be gained in contract disputes by deciding early whether to pursue arbitration.

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Michigan Supreme Court reaffirms longstanding rules of contract law in arbitration agreements.  

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Despite careful review, fraudulent inducements can jeopardize otherwise well-crafted contracts.

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When modifying a contract, best practice is to always detail changes in writing with appropriate approvals by all parties.

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Caution is advised when reviewing contracts electronically, because that click, reply or e-signature could legally bind you to the deal.

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Contracts should use plain English and your lawyer should too.

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Integration clauses cannot typically be used to defend against fraud in the inducement claims to invalidate a contract.

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Disclosure of the principal in a contract must occur to avoid agency liability.

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Fat finger alert: In today's tech driven environment, a simple email acknowledgement could confirm acceptance of dispute resolution terms.

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Include language in standard contracts to maximize the likelihood your company is paid in the event of a customer's financial distress or bankruptcy.

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