- IRS Announces 2026 Health Plan Contribution Limits
On May 1, 2025, the IRS released Revenue Procedure 2025-19, announcing modest inflation-adjusted increases to health savings account contribution limits and other health plan parameters for 2026. Key changes include HSA contribution limits rising to $4,400 for self-only coverage (up from $4,300) and $8,750 for family coverage (up from $8,550), while high-deductible health plan minimum deductibles increased to $1,700 for individuals and $3,400 for families.
Why it Matters: These increases are smaller than previous years’ adjustments, reflecting current inflation trends that directly impact employee benefit planning. Employers should review their 2026 benefit designs and employee communications to incorporate these new limits, ensuring compliance and maximizing tax-advantaged savings opportunities for their workforce.
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- Duty to Defend and Indemnify
When an insurer receives a claim, the question of whether it will defend and/or indemnify is easier to answer in some cases than others. When interpreting an insurance policy, there are two questions involved: (1) Does the policy provide coverage?; and (2) If the policy provides coverage, is there an exclusion that negates the coverage?
Why it Matters: Although an insurer may deny coverage and in turn, decline to provide a defense, it should not do so unless it is very clear that none of the allegations are covered under the policy at issue. It is also important for insurers to consider whether the policy language might be governed by the laws of a different state. Read more from your Fraser Trebilcock attorney.
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- Ensuring Your Business is Protected Through Copyright
Whether it is a symbol that you use for branding or a formula that makes your product unique, your intellectual property assets need to be protected. Some of the most recognizable forms of intellectual property fall under copyrights, patents, and trademarks.
Why it Matters: A copyright is the exclusive legal protection that covers an original work of authorship, and it can be difficult to enforce your copyright if the work is not registered with the U.S. Copyright Office. Our copyright law attorneys can help you think through the issues and take the actions necessary to ensure your work and business are protected. Learn more.
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- Michigan Cannabis Exceeds $270 Million in April ’25
Cannabis sales surpassed $270 million in April 2025, via the monthly report from the Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency. Michigan adult-use sales came in at $269,957,758.67, while medical sales came in at $515,226.93, totaling $270,472,985.60.
Why it Matters: While the prices of cannabis and cannabis-related products continue to decrease and make consumers happy, growers on the other hand are seeing profits decrease resulting in them seeking ways to halt new licenses to be granted in an effort to steady prices.
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- Gain Peace of Mind Through Life’s Toughest Obstacles
When facing charges of any kind, criminal law experience matters most. You need someone on your side with inside knowledge to provide guidance for a solid defense, and someone who understands the extreme sensitivity of criminal law cases and act in a timely manner to resolve issues.
Why it Matters: Our attorneys have extensive experience representing individuals and businesses in all stages of criminal proceedings. We will keep you informed of your best options and strategies every step of the way, finding a resolution with a foundation that will help you move forward. Learn more.
Related Practice Groups and Professionals
Insurance | Dakota Larson
Intellectual Property | Andrew Martin
Cannabis Law | Sean Gallagher
Criminal Law | Robert Andretz