In Memory of Webb “Tony” Smith
In Memory of Webb “Tony” Smith

It is with a very heavy heart that we share the news of Webb “Tony” Smith’s passing on the evening of April 2, 2025. He was in Florida and passed away peacefully with Pat (wife) and Betsy (daughter) by his side.

Tony's family has released the following obituary detailing Tony's life.

Foster Swift Sports Talk Podcast
Foster Swift Sports Talk Podcast

Watch the inaugural episode of Foster Swift's Sports Talk Podcast! Featuring hosts Dave Russell, Tony Dalimonte and Charlie Sarchet, this episode discusses the anticipated House settlement and its potential effects on non-revenue sports.

Episode guests are MSU Baseball Head Coach, Jake Boss Jr. and Dr. Tom Dieters, Founder and President of Charitable Gift America.

Rusek and Hughes Earn Dismissal in Civil Lawsuit
Rusek and Hughes Earn Dismissal in Civil Lawsuit

On April 2, Judge Cole of the 30th Circuit Court granted all relief requested in a Motion for Summary Disposition In Lieu of Answer under MCR 2.116(C)(4), (7), and (8) in Cothran, et al. v. McBath.

Attorneys Alexander Rusek and Destiny Hughes earned a dismissal of all causes of action brought by all plaintiffs in a civil lawsuit alleging that the defendants committed fraud, assault and battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress.

What Employers Need to Know About Michigan's Amended Earned Sick Time Act
What Employers Need to Know About Michigan's Amended Earned Sick Time Act

In a race against the clock, Senate Democrats and House Republicans managed to reach a compromise regarding the Earned Sick Time Act (“Act”) which will apply to all Michigan employers. On February 20, 2025, the Michigan House and Senate passed HB 4002 and the Governor signed on February 21, 2025.