As he runs for Michigan Supreme Court, Matthew DePerno battles professional misconduct claims and felony charges stemming from alleged attempts to overturn Donald Trump’s 2020 election loss.
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Posted inBusiness Watch
Michigan minimum wage increase is ‘nightmare’ for restaurants, industry says
The top official of the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association says a court ruling this week to eventually abolish the lower, tipped minimum wage will hurt an industry still suffering from the pandemic.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan’s higher minimum wage a boon to workers, here to stay, advocate says
The president of the organization that fought for a higher minimum wage in Michigan says it has widespread support and won’t lead to massive restaurant closures threatened by business interests.
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
Court sides with Michigan regulators in poop dispute with big farms
Michigan Supreme Court sides with state regulators who sought to tamp down on manure pollution from big livestock operations. Farm interests said the rules are too onerous.
Posted inMichigan Government
What to know about Michigan’s pending minimum wage changes
Minimum wage workers and tipped employees face an immediate pay boost in February after a court ruling on Wednesday. Businesses say the effects could be dire; unclear is whether the Legislature will step in.
Posted inBusiness Watch
Michigan minimum wage to rise, tipped wage to disappear, under blockbuster ruling
A Michigan Supreme Court ruling will likely raise the minimum wage to over $12 an hour in February and higher in future years, giving a raise to tens of thousands of workers. Business leaders called it ‘catastrophic.’
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan court ruling makes it easier to sue over tax foreclosure profits
At issue was whether people could recoup the money before the 2020 decision so the matter went back to the high court.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan Supreme Court candidate may face disbarment — after the election
Republican Matt DePerno argues a disciplinary board decision that could stop him from serving shouldn’t matter in the election, despite that scenario offering Gov. Gretchen Whitmer another appointment on the court.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan elections FAQ video: Races to watch, debates, donors and more
Bridge Michigan answers reader questions about 2024 elections. This week: Top races, scratching a Senate debate, researching donors and more.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan $15 minimum wage hike won’t make 2024 ballot, Supreme Court rules
The Michigan Supreme Court ruled Friday that an effort to raise Michigan’s minimum wage to $15 an hour will not make the 2024 ballot.