Articles from Foster Swift Collins & Smith

Lansing, Mich., April 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today is World Intellectual Property (IP) Day, a chance to highlight the role of IP rights which include patents, trademarks, copyrights, and industrial designs to encourage innovation, protect creators, and contribute to economic and cultural development.

Grand Rapids, Mich., Feb. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The shareholders of Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC have elected Andrew “Andy” C. Vredenburg president of the firm effective February 1, 2026. 

Lansing, Mich., Oct. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With recruiting season in full swing, high school athletes and their families are facing a fast-changing world in college sports. From NIL (Name, Image & Likeness) deals to shifting NCAA rules, and the establishment of the College Sports Commission (CSC), understanding what’s ahead can feel overwhelming.

Lansing, Mich., Oct. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- October is National Women’s Small Business Month, meant to celebrate and recognize the achievements and contributions of women entrepreneurs to the economy.

Lansing, Mich., Oct. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Intellectual Property (IP) protection is one of the most overlooked – yet critical –  components of running a successful business. To help fill that gap, Foster Swift IP attorney Mikhail “Mike” Murshak has launched the IP Monday Law Blog.

Lansing, Mich., Nov. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, on behalf of 79 townships and counties, Foster Swift Collins & Smith, P.C. filed a motion for a preliminary injunction seeking to prevent the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) from implementing its October 10, 2024 Order, which the appellants argue is unlawful and must be blocked during the appeal process.

Lansing, Mich., Nov. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Foster Swift Collins & Smith, P.C., on behalf of more than 70 municipalities across Michigan, has filed an appeal against the Michigan Public Service Commission’s (MPSC) October 10, 2024 decision. The appeal challenges the MPSC's order, which attempts to unlawfully strip local governments of their authority to regulate renewable energy projects within their communities.

Foster Swift Addresses Common Scenarios for Parents and Young Adults

Lansing, Mich., May 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- For over 60 years, National Small Business Month has acknowledged the hard work, ingenuity, dedication and critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs.

Lansing, Mich., May 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- National Elder Law Month was declared by President Kennedy to help bring awareness to senior care. To help seniors and their families make appropriate decisions, Foster Swift has an array of pre-planning tools.

LANSING, MICH., Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Back for its third year, Foster Swift Collins & Smith’s “Legal Strategies for Women Leaders” webinar series is a program crafted to help women business leaders stay abreast of new laws, regulations and other beneficial resources. Each session will begin at 9 am EST and will last roughly 30 minutes.

Foster Swift Collins & Smith, PC launches initiative to equip parents and students with essential legal knowledge to navigate potential hurdles.

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