Drawing the Line: Government Spe...
The First Amendment limits how Michigan municipalities and townships may regulate private speech, but it does not limit their own speech. Th...
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Is a local ordinance valid if it conflicts with state law?
A local ordinance is invalid if it actually conflicts with state law. A conflict exists when the ordinance permits what state law forbids, or forbids what state law expressly allows. However, generally speaking, a municipality may adopt more restrictive regulations than state law, so long as the state has not fully occupied the field or preempted local action.
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Do employees have First Amendmen...
In the private sector, the First Amendment does not apply. However, in the public sector, employees have First Amendment rights that may pro...
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Employee Discipline 101: Best Pr...
One of the most difficult and intimidating aspects of being a municipal employer is managing employee misconduct or poor performance. City, ...
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