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Disputes with Boundary Lines & the Doctrine of Acquiescence
In many instances, where a dispute over use of premises or ownership arises, matters concerning property lines may arise as well. Under Michigan law, the doctrine of acquiescence applies to issues regarding property boundary lines. The doctrine of acquiescence for a statutory period provides that […]
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Responding to Zoning Violation Notices in Illinois
Zoning and land use regulations have become one of the most powerful ways of controlling what goes on in a community. The sheer number of zoning ordinances and land use regulations has increased exponentially in many communities. And most community members have no idea just […]
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Michigan Court of Appeals’ Take on a Restrictive Covenant as Applied to the Construction of a Shed
The Court of Appeals of Michigan recently addressed the enforceability of a restrictive covenant regarding the construction of a shed, in Crestwood Homeowners Association v. Pawlanta. A restrictive covenant is essentially an agreement that real property will be used in a certain way. Moreover, restrictive […]
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Zana Tomich: How I Co-Founded a Law Firm
Zana Tomich takes the time to think about the various twists and turns of her legal career, and lessons derived along the way, in an interview with Tasha Norman for law.com, about how she co-founded Dalton + Tomich. ‘Don’t Let Humility Get in the Way […]
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Limit Your Risks When Personally Guaranteeing Your Company’s Debts
It’s not possible for most capital-intensive businesses to simply “bootstrap” their way to success. It’s often necessary for them to borrow as a means of expanding—or just stay afloat. And when a business does borrow, it’s typically not just the business, itself, that’s on the […]
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Dalton & Tomich Attorney, Noel Sterett, to Lead Workshop on Resolving Church Property Disputes at 2022 CLS National Conference in Newport Beach, CA
On October 8, 2022, Dalton & Tomich attorney Noel Sterett will present a workshop at the 2022 Christian Legal Society National Conference entitled “Resolving Church Property Disputes: Past, Present, and Future.” Attorney Sterett, along with his co-presenter, Professor Michael V. Hernandez of Regent University School […]
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What to Know When it Comes to Fixing Mistakes in Deeds
Despite all the time and attention paid to negotiating, preparing, and executing a deed, an accident or mistake can occur. Even a slight misdescription of the property being conveyed in the deed can have significant implications. However, because deeds are signed and delivered legal documents, […]
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Protecting Homeless Ministries and Shelters under Federal Religious Land Use Law
Winter will soon be here and with it another round of headlines which read “City Shuts Down Church’s Homeless Ministry.” Every year, these stories pop up all across the country. Their facts are often the same, and they often end with men, women, and children […]
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Celebrating the 22nd Anniversary of the Religious Land Use & Institutionalized Persons Act by Highlighting 22 of Our Top Religious Land Use Cases
Today marks the 22nd anniversary of the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act, often referred to by its acronym RLUIPA (ruh-loopa). In just over two decades, this little-known federal law has protected thousands of religious institutions across the country from unequal and burdensome zoning […]
Read More7 Provisions Michigan Business Owners Should be Wary of When Negotiating a Commercial Lease
Many of us, and even us lawyers, go through life giving little thought to many contracts we enter into. The cellular service company’s terms of service, the car rental agreement, the waiver form from a youth sports organization—even if we take the time to read […]
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Mitchell CorderAdministrative Bishop Church of God, Tennessee
In my role as Administrative Bishop for the Church of God, quite often we are faced with issues that involve local governments and municipalities. Many of these issues that arise in dealing with entities are land use related. I have found Dalton & Tomich’s experience and expertise in this area to be a valuable resource and asset in every situation.
Tim RhodusLead Pastor, Cross Church Carlinville & Staunton, IL
Never one time during a year-long litigation process did Dalton & Tomich demonstrate anything other than Christ-like professionalism. They managed the legal details, while we continued to do church. How they managed themselves, managed our case, and represented our church set the table for me and our church to be where we are today.
Ronnie HolmesSenior Pastor, Church of the Open Door, Waco, TX
Dalton & Tomich’s expertise and experience helped us through a very difficult legal journey, ultimately achieving a favorable outcome. Their personal interest in helping us went “above and beyond” just the call of duty.