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Michael A. Cassar

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Overview

Mike Cassar’s practice focuses on representing employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators in workers’ compensation matters across Michigan. He also counsels employers of all sizes on workplace safety and employment law matters.

Mike is a strong courtroom advocate for his clients. Because he is conscious of how extended litigation increases costs and may disrupt a client’s business, he works with every client to develop a strategy on how best to resolve a litigated case. Sometimes that requires an aggressive strategy that pushes a case to trial. Other times it leads to an expedited settlement.

In addition to his workers’ compensation defense practice, Mike also has an interest in assisting clients with name, image, and likeness (“NIL”) issues. He provides practical and thoughtful advice on issues including formation of collectives, contracting, and compliance.

Outside of the office, Mike enjoys spending time with his wife, two kids, and extended family. He enjoys hiking, biking, and kayaking when weather permits. He also serves as an adjunct professor at Oakland Community College where he teaches business law, legal research, and legal writing.  

Mike joined the firm as a summer associate in 2016. He is currently a shareholder who splits time between the firm’s Southfield and Lansing offices.

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Should Employers Use Generative AI in the Hiring Process?
Should Employers Use Generative AI in the Hiring Process?
Motor Vehicle Accidents and Your Business
Motor Vehicle Accidents and Your Business
Will 2023 Bring Changes to Michigan's Workers' Comp Laws?
Will 2023 Bring Changes to Michigan's Workers' Comp Laws?
What Businesses Need to Know About the MTA
What Businesses Need to Know About the MTA
Litigation Series: Benefits of Alternative Dispute Resolution
Litigation Series: Benefits of Alternative Dispute Resolution
How Mich. Supreme Court Decision May Affect Contract Drafting Between Suppliers and Buyers?
How Mich. Supreme Court Decision May Affect Contract Drafting Between Suppliers and Buyers?
Closing 2022 with Year-End Best Practices for Businesses
Closing 2022 with Year-End Best Practices for Businesses
Learn Recent Changes in Employment Law
Learn Recent Changes in Employment Law
Litigation Series: What To Do If You Are Being Sued
Litigation Series: What To Do If You Are Being Sued

Education

Wayne State University Law School, J.D. 2017

University of Michigan, B.A. 2014

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Michigan

U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan