Shelby Review

Nessel joins coalition of attorneys general to stop employers from withholding tips from workers

By Elle Johnson | Jan 26, 2021

A coalition of attorneys general, joined by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, has filed a last-ditch effort to stop employers from withholding tips from employees.

A new rule from the U.S. Department of Labor protects independent contractors in Michigan

By Elle Johnson | Jan 22, 2021

A new rule under the Fair Labor Standards Act has been recently released by the U.S. Department of Labor, clarifying whether a worker is an employee or an independent contractor.

Michigan restaurant workers experience higher rates of job loss than those in other states

By Elle Johnson | Dec 21, 2020

Since February, the number of Michigan residents working in restaurants has decreased by 24%, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported.

Michigan asks voters to consider two statewide ballot proposals on Nov. 3

By Elle Johnson | Oct 15, 2020

On Tuesday, Nov. 3, two statewide ballot proposals will be presented to Michigan voters to consider, with Macomb County also having its own questions on the ballot for local voters.

Lucido votes for flexible school plan, Whitmer approves it

By Elle Johnson | Sep 4, 2020

Sen. Peter Lucido (R-Shelby Township) voted in favor of legislation that would allow schools to have flexibility in making decisions amid the COVID-19 pandemic, which would let them choose between virtual learning, in-person learning or a hybrid method.