Business Issues
FBMJ Successful in Dismissal of all claims in Environmental Class Action Case
Foley, Baron, Metzger & Juip PLLC is pleased to report that it has obtained complete dismissal of claims asserted on behalf of a certified class of over 4,000 employees of a large government facility in Pontiac, MI. The class of employees alleged exposure to toxic chemicals and gases including benzene and methylene chloride. The case was filed in 2018 and following remand from the Court of App
FBMJ Welcomes Attorney Matthew McCann
Foley, Baron, Metzger & Juip, PLLC (FBMJ) is pleased to announce that attorney Matthew C. McCann has rejoined the firm as an Associate Principal in the Environmental and Business practice group.Matt focuses his practice on helping clients navigate complex commercial litigation and regulatory challenges. He brings a diverse legal and industry background to the firm, including experience handlin
Brian Richtarcik Elected to Member at Foley, Baron, Metzger & Juip, PLLC
Foley, Baron, Metzger & Juip, PLLC, is pleased to announce the election of attorney Brian J. Richtarcik into the membership of the firm, effective January 1, 2025.Richtarcik is an accomplished trial and appellate attorney with over 20 years of experience in private practice. He maintains a significant practice defending healthcare providers in civil rights claims brought under 42 U.S.C. §1983
FBMJ’s Joseph McGill Sworn In as 90th President of the State Bar of Michigan
Foley, Baron, Metzger & Juip, PLLC (FBMJ) is thrilled to announce that Joseph McGill has been sworn in as the 90th President of the State Bar of Michigan.During his one-year term as President, McGill will serve all 46,000 Michigan attorneys and further the State Bar’s mission to promote the professionalism of lawyers; advocate for an open, fair, and accessible justice system; and provide off
The Story Continues: Federal Court Strikes Down The FTC’s Non-Compete Ban
Earlier this year, we provided an update on the United States Federal Trade Commission (FTC)’s promulgation of its Rule banning non-compete agreements. Expectedly, the Rule was challenged. On August 20, 2024, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas issued an opinion and order setting aside the FTC’s Non-Compete Ban and preventing its enforcement. WHAT HAPPENED?W
The FTC Issues Non-Compete Ban – What Now?
In Michigan, courts generally presume the legality, validity, and enforceability of contracts. Although noncompete agreements have generally been disfavored by the law, they are enforceable to the extent that they are reasonable in time, geographic distance, and competitive interest. This may all be changing soon though. On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a Final Rule cr
Stacey McDaniel Joins FBMJ as Associate Principal
Foley, Baron, Metzger & Juip, PLLC is pleased to announce the hiring of attorney Stacey McDaniel as an Associate Principal with the firm.Stacey’s practice focuses on defending health care professionals and organizations in complex medical malpractice claims. Her areas of expertise include neurosurgery, anesthesiology, orthopedics, neurology, birth trauma, cosmetic surgery, ophthalmology, ped
DOJ Files Statement of Interest Supporting Church’s Free Meal Program
The Justice Department filed a statement of interest in the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon explaining that a city’s decision to restrict a church’s distribution of meals to people who are homeless or hungry may have substantially burdened religious exercise under the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA). A statement of interest may be filed by the Depar
FBMJ Attorneys Baron & McCann Publish Article – Hydrogen Blending: Protecting Against Manufacturer Liability
FBMJ attorneys, Richard Baron and Matthew McCann recently published the article, “Hydrogen Blending: Protecting Against Manufacturer Liability,” in Today’s Boiler, the official magazine of the American Boiler Manufacturers Association. The cover-story article focuses on the time-sensitive topic of hydrogen-blending (HB), a process of blending hydrogen and natural gas with a goal of lowering
Joseph McGill Elected Vice President of the State Bar of Michigan
Foley, Baron, Metzger & Juip PLLC is pleased to announce that Joseph McGill, a principal with the firm, was recently elected as the Vice President of the State Bar of Michigan (SBM) for the 2022-2023 bar year. On September 16, 2022, McGill was sworn in by Justice Elizabeth T. Clement of the Michigan Supreme Court at the State Bar of Michigan annual meeting.McGill has been an active member of t