Reasonable Expenses in Wrongful Death Cases

When a lawyer bills a client for expenses in a contingency case, he cannot mark up the amount charged for any third-party services, such as court reporter fees. The fee charged must “reasonably reflect” the actual cost of those services, according to a recently released ethics opinion from the State Bar of Michigan. An attorney…

Why would I choose an LLC?

This is a great question, I run my own business and I am on the only employee, why do I need an LLC? In one word, protection!  You own a business, you run a company, why are you treating it like a hobby?  Businesses work hard to grow and develop there business, why would you…

What’s up with S Corps?

What the heck is an S Corporation? This short article outlines the dynamics and the functions of an S-Corp. Is an S-Corp right for your business?  Make an appointment with Murphy Reed Law to discuss the pros and cons of this business structure. Murphy Reed Law would like to thank the SBA for the content…

Living trusts and your family

The Nuts and Bolts of Living Trusts For most people, a will is the first choice for passing on an estate to heirs. But it’s not the only choice. Among other tools, the revocable living trust is gaining in popularity, especially among the retiring baby boomers. In addition to being one of several ways to avoid…

Nursing Home Injuries Demand Experienced Counsel

There can be many nuances to slip and fall cases that illustrate the importance of retaining experienced counsel to help you with your case. One recent Michigan case provides a compelling example. In Paberzs v. Eight Star Ltd. P’ship, the Michigan Court of Appeals considered whether a plaintiff could file an Amended Complaint to add…