The Michigan Whistleblowers' Protection Act (469 P.A. 1980) creates certain protections and obligations for employees and employers under Michigan law. Under Michigan law, employers may not ask an applicant about a misdemeanor arrest that did not result in a conviction.Federal law requires the posting of specific employee posters at each of your locations. Q: Who is an employee? This file provides guidance on Michigan's hiring laws. It covers unlawful inquiries in recruitment and pre-employment processes. The Michigan Chamber of Commerce offers a downloadable and searchable PDF containing all mandatory state and federal employee notices. These workplace posters are available at no cost from each state's department of labor. Here are many resources in print and online to assist the prac- titioner faced with researching or staying current with employ- ment law issues. Michigan Employment Law covers the key topics of Michigan employment law in a single comprehensive volume.