Monday, October 22, 2012

Gov. Snyder Signs Walsh Bill Establishing Business Court

Paul Bohn, Esq.

 
Circuit courts around the state will now include a dedicated business court.  John Walsh, Speaker Pro Tempore of the Michigan House of Representatives, sponsored House Bill 5128 creating such court.
Governor Rick Snyder signed the bill into law on October 16th and it is now Public Act 333 of 2012.
The law establishes a business court in every circuit court with three or more judges.  This new court has jurisdiction over cases involving business or commercial disputes when the amount in controversy exceeds $25,000.
The law continues the mission of making Michigan more attractive to businesses.  The establishment of a business court creates a speedier method of resolving disputes between businesses, ensuring job creators will not be tied up for years in court cases.
The Michigan Legislature has been striving to make Michigan a prime location for businesses looking for a new home.  This new business court will provide an effective and low-cost means by which business disputes can be resolved in a shorter period of time.
John Walsh, in addition to his duties as a Michigan Representative, is an attorney with Fausone Bohn, LLP in Northville.
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