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In this impromptu #LawShanty, Steve Palazzolo talks with Anne Steen to dissect the #Michigan Department of Labor + Economic Opportunity’s latest guidance on key provisions of the Earned Sick Time Act. #ESTA.

Rob Dubault is joining Dave Worthams from the Michigan Manufacturers Association for a webinar on Last-Minute #Compliance Tips for #Michigan's Earned Sick Time Act. #ESTA. https://ow.ly/4OJc50Vk5kz

In our latest #LawShanty vlog, Steve Palazzolo tackles key questions surrounding deductions from employee paychecks. Focusing on the Earned Sick Time Act (#ESTA) FAQs + the issue of recovering “overused” front-loaded sick time, Steve not only clarifies these complex topics but also provides essential historical context on the #FLSA + the Michigan Payment of Wages + Fringe Benefits Act — two critical laws that govern paycheck deductions.

Under an executive order signed by President Trump in January, certain foreign nationals in the U.S. will be required to register with #USCIS + provide biometric data (fingerprints, photos, digital signatures) starting on April 11, 2025. #Immigration attorneys Sarah Bileti, Daniel Persinger + Christopher LeClair break down who is already registered, who will need to complete the registration process + what steps are involved to stay compliant.

Warner is proud to support AYA Youth Collective in their mission to help youth experiencing homelessness in the Grand Rapids area. Through our Stock-the-Shelves Supply Drive, employees donated essential items like mac + cheese, ramen noodles, personal care products + clothing staples to help restock AYA’s drop-in center, which serves 800+ youth annually. A special thank you to Corinne Sprague Curtis, WNJ partner + AYA Board of Directors member, for her leadership + support of this important cause, + to Andy Allen, VP of Advancement, for accepting the generous donations on behalf of AYA. Learn more about AYA’s impact at ayayouth.org

Warner’s Funds + Investments Industry Group Roundtable Series presents its second roundtable on 5/21 in the firm’s Detroit office, with a virtual zoom option for those unable to attend in person. Join Kelly Hollingsworth, Linda Paullin-Hebden, Andrea Stewart McGrew + Diane Currie, IACCP? as they dive into the critical intersection of data privacy, artificial intelligence (#AI) + compliance. This session will also offer actionable insights on staying ahead of emerging #privacy risks + regulatory challenges.

Rachel J. Foster + Alexandra Haywood (Chitwood) are presenting at a lunch + learn event about Common Questions + Issues Surrounding #Construction Contracts in #Portage today. Thank you to The Barton Group for co-hosting this event with us. https://ow.ly/A3CO50V1B1I

Our #Kalamazoo office team volunteered with First Day Shoe Fund to help select + fit shoes for students. This organization provides new athletic shoes to kids in Kalamazoo County at no cost. From left are Caryn Hannapel, Rachel J. Foster, Joscelyn (Josie) Cekola Boucher, Francis Rubio-Perez + Emily Oostema.

Homayune Ghaussi joined the Automotive News "Daily Drive" podcast to discuss the evolving #tariff landscape + its expected impacts on the global #automotive industry.

John MacKenzie is participating on a panel at today's Alliance of Mergers and Acquisition Advisors — Detroit Chapter event on “Commercial Real Estate and its Role in M&A.”