Columns

Our annual Patriot Week helped renew the spirit of 'First Principles'

September 24, 2020

Hon. Michael Warren Oakland County Circuit Court Over a decade ago, my then 10-year-old daughter Leah pounded on a table and demanded a new celebration for America — and Patriot Week was born. She did so because the traditional civic calendar had been ...

Judge and social media use: Drawing the line in New York

September 24, 2020

Nicole Black Bridgetower Media Newswires In 2020, it’s safe to say that I no longer need to convince lawyers that social media is here to stay, since nearly everyone — including lawyers — regularly interacts on at least one social media ...

I'm glad I'm a failure

September 24, 2020

Heidi Lawson Bridgetower Media Newswires A little over two years ago I started a company with a co-founder, gave notice at my then- job, and jumped into being an entrepreneur with both feet. However, eight months into the venture, for a variety of reasons ...

Parents be aware: Extras may not count towards child support

September 24, 2020

Marie Matyjaszek As parents, we want to provide our children with not only the things they need, but also “extras” to help them be well-rounded individuals, like sports and extra-curricular activities.  A lot of parents find a phone and ...

Jury trials: The need for a finish line

September 24, 2020

A. Vince Colella Moss &?Colella PC A common question often asked during the pandemic is “how’s business?” For personal injury trial lawyers, the answer is simple: “Frustrating.” Victims of serious injury accidents often face ...

Close the loop, and watch project teams begin to flourish

September 24, 2020

Karen Natzel Bridgetower Media Newswires When I conduct organizational health assessments, inevitably “communications” is identified as an area that could use improvement. Communication breakdowns come in all different shapes, sizes and severities. A ...