The author would like to acknowledge the following people for their assistance:
- Gary D. Patterson, attorney, Masud Labor Law Group
- Jarrett Skorup, digital engagement manager, Mackinac Center
- Patrick Wright, vice president for legal affairs, Mackinac Center
- Michael Van Beek, director of research, Mackinac Center
Although these individuals helped significantly with this study, any errors in the report are the responsibility of the author alone.