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Michigan Supreme Court Ruling Reshapes Employment Contract Standards

8/13/2025

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In a landmark ruling, the Michigan Supreme Court has declared that employment contracts with shortened statute of limitations must now pass a reasonableness test. This pivotal decision empowers employees to contest previously enforceable provisions, prompting employers to reassess their contracts for compliance with this new legal standard.

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In a landmark ruling, the Michigan Supreme Court has declared that employment contracts with shortened statute of limitations must now pass a reasonableness test. This pivotal decision empowers employees to contest previously enforceable provisions, prompting employers to reassess their contracts for compliance with this new legal standard.