June, 2017

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Discovery Under The Michigan Court Rules

Tishkoff

Discovery is an important and beneficial process in the course of a lawsuit. It involves each side requesting and receiving documents from the other pertaining to the case. Discovery amounts to about 50% of all litigation costs, and upwards of “90% of the costs in the top 5% of the most expensive cases.” Nicola Faith Sharpe, CORPORATE COOPERATION THROUGH COST-SHARING , 16 Mich.

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The Paradox of MDF Marketing

ZinFi

Market development fund (MDF) marketing is a major source of activity for organizations selling through the channel. Over the past few decades, MDF marketing has become a lot more organized for most companies; however, getting true return on investment (ROI) from these programs is still a bit of an art, even a mystery. In this article, we will explore some of the paradoxes of MDF marketing.

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Is Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Right For You?

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When filing for personal bankruptcy, one of the first decisions is which chapter to file under. This decision can partially hinge on what possessions you want to retain, and how each chapter treats those possessions. An important possession for many is their vehicle, and each Chapter has very different consequences on retaining a vehicle. Chapter 13 is one option which allows for regular payments over a three or five-year plan, and allows the debtor to retain possessions, including a vehicle, du

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ZINFI Named Winner in Channel Management for Red Herring Award 2017

ZinFi

Global leader in channel management automation adds a new honor to its growing list of accomplishments in 2017 Pleasanton, CA June 21, 2017 ZINFI Technologies, Inc. , a company leading the definition and creation of Unified Partner Management (UPM) solutions,today announced it has been named a winner of Red Herrings Top 100 North America 2017 award, which recognizes the continents most exciting and innovative private technology companies.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Subleasing—What are the Tenant’s Responsibilities?

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Before assigning property under a sublease, it is important to know what you, as a tenant, could be liable for. The first step for a tenant looking to sublease is to read the original lease from the landlord. This likely will have a lot of the information on what is and is not allowed in terms of subleasing. Usually, leases will say that a sublease must be done with the owner’s consent, according to the Michigan Legislature.

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Successor Company Liability: Could You be Responsible for the Product Defects of Your Predecessor?

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Good news for companies that have recently bought or are considering buying another company: the Sixth Circuit recently ruled that successor companies may not be held liable for the predecessor company’s product defects. In Holland v. FCA U.S. , LLC, No. 15-4367 (6 th Cir. 2016) defendant FCA succeeded Chrysler Group LLC after Chrysler Group filed bankruptcy.

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Is Your Channel Sales Motion Choppy?

ZinFi

A well-run channel can produce a consistent sales motion that will not only drive profitable growth, but also help an organization establish a significant competitive advantage. However, building a channel sales motion that is not choppy requires a highly structured approach. Basically, you need to do a few things right in a very organized way. If your company is struggling to figure out why your channel sales are choppy, read on.

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Three Core Focus Areas for Channel Marketing

ZinFi

Channel marketing involves a broad range of activities. While these activities tend to vary from one company to another, there are three core focus areas that are consistent across most companies. These are i) marketing to partners, ii) marketing through partners and iii) marketing with partners. In this article, we will explore the general nature of these three categories of activities.

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Adverse Possession – What You Need to Know About the Law in Michigan

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Knowing the law of adverse possession is necessary for Michigan land owners to avoid possession by trespassers and potential litigation. Adverse possession is a legal concept allowing a trespasser to gain legal possession of your land without your permission. According to Beach v. Twp. of Lima , 802 N.W.2d 1 (2011), to establish a claim of adverse possession, the party trying to claim the property must show proof that the possession is: – Actual, – Visible, open, notorious, exclusive

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AI Strategies for Sales Managers: How to Cut Down on Tedious Admin Work

What if you could help your sellers stop wasting 72% of their day on non-selling activities and focus on bringing in revenue? Incorporating AI in your enablement workflows can help you cut down on busy work, get projects done faster, and let your team (and you!) focus on making a bigger impact. We put together this guide to show you how to use AI to cut time and costs for projects, including collateral creation, development of training videos, and automating tedious processes.

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5 Factors That Affect Channel Sales

ZinFi

Selling directly is a significant challenge in itself. But consider what happens when you are selling within an indirect go-to-market model via a network of channel sales partners, and add to that mix the complexities of multiple regions, products, and solutions, as well as the constantly changing nature of the partner landscape. Selling in this environment can start to look like rocket science.

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What’s in a Name? – Making Sure Your Trade Name is Protected

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Your business’ name is one of your most important advertising tools. If you have recently started or are thinking of starting a business, you likely already know how important the name of your business is. But more than just creating a good first impression, a name must satisfy certain legal requirements. There are different issues involved at the various stages of choosing a name, registering a name, and defending a name.

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Do You Have a Potential Retaliation Claim?

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Were you punished because you reported your employer for a legal violation or were involved in an investigation that was adverse to your employer? If you feel this is the case, you might have what is called a “whistleblower” or “retaliation” claim. By now, many people are familiar with various state and federal laws that protect employees against discrimination based on age, sex, race, national origin, citizenship status, disability, and genetic information.

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