Michigan Imputed Fault Law

Bertha Brown v. Target Corporation

Detroit, Michigan, personal injury lawyer represented the Plaintiff on a premises liability claim. AI Overview Michigan premises liability law holds property owners accountable for injuries caused by a failure to maintain a safe property. To succeed in a claim, a person must prove the property owner was negligent, meaning they knew or should have known about a dangerous condition... More...

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Stephen Censoni v. GFL Environmental, Inc., et al.

Pontiac, Michigan personal injury lawyer represented the Plaintiff on a negligence claims. Plaintiff was injured when the arm of a garbage truck struck him below his neck as he attempted to pick up a bottle in the roadway. GFL owned the truck, and Doe drove the truck at the time of the incident. Plaintiff filed a complaint against GFL and Doe, alleging that he suffered accidental bodily i... More...

$0 (02-14-2025 - MI)

<h1> United States of America v. Samuel Ogoshi; Samson Ogoshi </h1>

<h2><center> Grand Rapids, Michigan criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendants charged with Sextortion Scheme That Resulted In Death Of Teen </center><center> Ogoshi Brothers Sentenced To Lengthy Prison Terms In Sextortion Scheme That Resulted In Death Of Teen</h2></center> </h2></center> <... More...

$0 (09-05-2024 - MI)

United States of America v. Samul Ogoshi and Samson Ogoshi

<h2> <?h2> Grand Rapids, Michigan conspiracy to sexually exploit a minor criminal Defense lawyers represented the Defendants. Samuel Ogoshi, age 24, and Samson Ogoshi, age 21, both of Lagos, Nigeria, were charged with Conspiracy to Sexually Exploit Minors. On March 25, 2022, 17-year-old high school student, Jordan DeMay, from Marquette, Michigan, died as a result of this sextortio... More...

$0 (09-06-2024 - MI)

Josue Ronaldo Pinto Ponce v. Wendy Dinora Perez Carrera, LLC, et al.

Grand Rapids, Michigan personal injury lawyer represented the Plaintiff who sued on a wrongful death auto negligence theory. In Michigan, negligence laws use a structure called "comparative negligence.â€ Essentially, when you've been injured and you file a personal injury claim seeking damages, you must prove the party that injured you was at least partially at fault for your acciden... More...

$1 (04-12-2024 - MI)

Hebert Simmons v. Aaron Dolney, et al.

Detroit, Michigan personal injury car wreck lawyers represented the Plaintiff who sued on an auto negligence theory. This case was filed in the Washtenaw County Circuit Court, 23-001633-NI, and was removed to federal court by the Defendants. The Plaintiff sought remand to the state court because the federal court lacked jurisdiction. Michigan's comparative negligence la... More...

$0 (03-04-2024 - MI)

Malory Zajdel and Adam Zajdel v. Exel Inc., d/b/a DHL Supply Chain (USA)

Detroit, Michigan personal injury truck wreck lawyer represented the Plaintiff who sued on auto negligence theories. Under Michigan negligence laws use a structure called "comparative negligence.â€ Essentially, when a person has been injured and files a personal injury claim seeking damages, he or she must prove the party that caused the injury was at least partially at fault for the... More...

$1 (03-01-2024 - MI)

Pennie Ballard v. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.

Detroit, Michigan personal injury lawyer represented the Plaintiff who sued the Defendant on a premises liability slip and fall negligence theory. This case was filed in the Shiawassee County Circuit Court, 23-007808-NOm and was removed to federal court by Wal-Mart. Navigating Michigan's premises liability law can be complex, but understanding its key aspects can empower you to ... More...

$1 (12-04-2023 - MI)

Vicki Ackerman v. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.

Flint, Michigan personal injury lawyer represented the Plaintiff who sued the Defendant on a premises liability slip and fall negligence theory. This case was filed in the Wayne County Circuit Court, 22-004197-NI and was removed to federal court by Wal_mart. Navigating Michigan's premises liability law can be complex, but understanding its key aspects can empower you to understan... More...

$0 (01-08-2024 - MI)

Matthew Petty v. Cedric Bernard Vassaux and Transport LDC, Inc.

Bay City, Michigan personal injury lawyer represented the Plaintiff who sued the Defendant on an auto negligence theory. Understanding Michigan Auto Negligence Law Navigating the nuances of Michigan auto negligence law can be crucial if you've been injured in a car accident. Here's a breakdown of the key aspects to help you understand your rights and potential legal options: ... More...

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Kevin Hoyt v. State Farm Fire and Casualty Company

Detroit, Michigan insurance law lawyer represented the Plaintiff who sued Defendant on a bad faith breach of insurance contract theory. This case was filed in the Wayne County Circuit Court, 21-015352-CK, and was removed to federal court by the Defendant. Key elements of a bad faith claim in Michigan: Breach of the duty of good faith and fair dealing: This duty... More...

$1 (01-09-2024 - MI)

New Heights Farm I, LLC, et al v. Great American Insurance Company, et al.

Grand Rapids, Michigan insurance law lawyer represented the Plaintiffs who sued the Defendants on bad faith breach of insurance contract theories. Key elements of a bad faith claim in Michigan: Breach of the duty of good faith and fair dealing: This duty requires the insurance company to handle claims promptly, fairly, and in accordance with the terms of the policy. ... More...

$1 (01-11-2024 - MI)

Christina Tackett v. Matthew Grant and Five Star Energy Services, LLC

Kalamazoo, Michigan personal injury truck wreck lawyer represented the Plaintiff who sued the Defendant on wrongful death auto negligence theories claiming to have suffered more than $75,000 in damages and/or injuries. Michigan Auto Negligence Law: Key Points Michigan auto negligence law focuses on determining who's responsible for damages caused by car accidents. Here's a breakd... More...

$0 (12-12-2023 - MI)

Yolanda A. Spncer v. Fareey Express, LLC and Momhamed Salaad Al1

Grand Rapids, Michigan personal injury lawyer represented the Plaintiff who sued the Defendant on auto negligence wrongful death theory claiming to have suffered more than $75,000 in damages and/or injuries. Michigan auto negligence law focuses on determining who's responsible for damages caused by car accidents. Here's a breakdown of the key points: Duty of Care: Every driver i... More...

$0 (12-19-2023 - MI)

United States of America v. David Scott McCullough

Cleveland, Ohio criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with felony possession of a firearm. Two men tried to force their way into David McCullough's residence. McCullough fought back with a handgun, killing one of the men and prompting the other man to flee. But McCullough then left his residence and shot and killed the second man. After McCullough pleade... More...

$0 (12-27-2023 - MI)

United States of America v. Kejuan Pharrell Carter

Grand Rapids, Michigan criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with distributing drugs. Carter sold approximately 320 grams of methamphetamine to an undercover officer in 2022. He was charged with three counts of distributing methamphetamine and, pursuant to a plea agreement, pleaded guilty to one count. His advisory Sentencing Guidelines range was 108 to ... More...

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Yolanda A. Spencer v. Mohamed Salaad Ali and Fareey Express, L.L.C.

Grand Rapids, Michigan personal injury truck wreck lawyer represented the Plaintiff who sued the Defendants on auto negligence theories claiming to have suffered more than $75,000 in damages and/or injuries as a direct result of a car truck accident caused by Mohamed Salaad Ali. "In Michigan, understanding auto negligence law is crucial if you've been involved in a car accident. Here's a ... More...

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Antonio Jones v. Balabeck Shakhpandarov, et al.

Detroit, Michigan personal injury truck wreck lawyers represented the Plaintiff who sued the Defendants on auto negligence theories claiming to have suffered more than $75,000 in injuries and/or damages as a direct result of a car, truck, and bus accident caused by the Defendants. This case was initially filed in the Wayne County Circuit Court, 23-000314-NI and was removed to federal cour... More...

$1 (12-19-2023 - MI)

Lashonda Strozier v. Jason E. Miller, et al.

Cleveland, Ohio personal injury car wreck lawyer represented Plaintiff who sued Defendants on auto negligence theories. Negligence is a legal term that refers to the failure to act as a reasonable person would act in a particular situation. In Michigan, negligence is a tort, which means that it is a civil wrong that can be remedied by a lawsuit. To establish a negligence claim in... More...

$1 (07-17-2023 - MI)

United States of America v. Terrell Dwayne Mason

Detroit, Michigan criminal law lawyer represented Defendant charged with orchestrating an unemployment insurance fraud scheme aimed at defrauding the State of Michigan and the U.S. Government of funds earmarked for unemployment assistance during the COVID19 pandemic. <table> <h1> <center> <a font="red" href="https://www.morelaw.com/michigan/news/detroit/" target="_new">MoreLaw Lega... More...

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Heather Baker v. City of Trenton

<center> <img width="300" Src="https://www.mied.uscourts.gov/Images/Slideshow/3.jpg"> </center> This case involves a tragedy of good intentions. Shortly before his high school graduation, eighteen-year-old Kyle Baker apparently experimented with LSD. The after-effects of the drug afflicted him for several days, resulting in his having to be removed from class because of behavioral issu... More...

$0 (09-06-2019 - MI)

Adrian Fowler v. Jocelyn Benson

<center> <img width="300" Src="https://www.mied.uscourts.gov/Images/Slideshow/3.jpg"> </center> This is a case about the constitutionality of Michigan’s driver’s-license suspension scheme, as applied to indigent drivers. Plaintiffs claim that the Michigan Secretary of State’s suspension of an indigent person’s driver’s license, on the basis of unpaid court debt, violates... More...

$0 (05-08-2019 - MI)

Lesa Werme v. Mortgage Center, LLC

<center> <img width="300" src="https://www.gsa.gov/cdnstatic/ephox_images/FordFBAerial_full_6925649853054192372_1363556674635349295_1475088726118.jpg"> </center> Lesa Werme appeals the district court’s grant of summary judgment in favor of Mortgage Center, LLC, on her claim of defamation resulting from a notice of foreclosure published in a local newspaper. Because the notice was sub... More...

$0 (03-21-2019 - MI)

Darrell Ewing v. Connie Horton

<center> <h1> <a href="https://www.morelaw.com/lawyers/recent.asp" target="_new">MoreLaw Helps People Find Lawyers</a> </h1> </center> Two months after Darrell Ewing was convicted of murder, a juror filed an affidavit accusing two fellow jurors of conducting after-hours internet... More...

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Darrell Rashard Ewing v. Connie Horton, Warden

<center> <img width="300" Src="https://www.mied.uscourts.gov/Images/Slideshow/3.jpg"> </center> Two months after Darrell Ewing was convicted of murder, a juror filed an affidavit accusing two fellow jurors of conducting after-hours internet research about the case and discussing their findings during deliberations. Without holding an evidentiary hearing to determine what, if any, ... More...

$0 (02-06-2019 - MI)

Armando Nieves v. Envoy Air, Inc.

<center> <img width="300" src="https://www.gsa.gov/cdnstatic/ephox_images/FordFBAerial_full_6925649853054192372_1363556674635349295_1475088726118.jpg"> </center> Armando Nieves (“Nieves”) sued Envoy Air Incorporated (“Envoy”) for wrongful termination. Nieves claims that Envoy violated: (1) the Family and Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”) by terminating him in retaliation for ... More...

$0 (01-14-2019 - MI)

David Haddad v. Randall Gregg

<center> <h1> Market Your Practice In Ten Counties for $10 A Month <a href="https://www.morelaw.com/vendors/vendor.asp?f=Ken&l=Morlan&i=28606&z=74103&s=OK" target="_new">Cost Effective Affordable Internet Marketing For Your Practice</a> </h1> </center>David Haddad su... More...

$0 (12-06-2018 - MI)

Derrick Bunkley v. City of Detroit, Michigan

In this interlocutory appeal from the denial of the defendants’ motion for summary judgment, the defendants appeal several rulings, one of which concerns qualified immunity. We AFFIRM in part and DISMISS in part. I. Detroit Police arrested Derrick Bunkley on a charge of attempted murder, the State of Michigan prosecuted him, and a jury convicted him. But Bunkley was innocent. When the co... More...

$0 (09-06-2018 - MI)

Elise Hilton v. Catherine Mish

Elise and Ed Hilton, individually, and as next friends of their developmentally-disabled daughter, EH (collectively, the “Hiltons”), appeal the district court’s dismissal of their complaint. They argue that the district court erred in three respects. They allege that Catherine Mish, City Attorney for Grand Rapids, was acting under color of state law when she sent two emails f... More...

$0 (01-05-2018 - MI)

Jane Doe v. Etihad Airways, P.J.S.C.

Plaintiff Jane Doe and her eleven-year-old daughter flew aboard Etihad Airways from Abu Dhabi to Chicago. For the duration of the fourteen-hour journey, Doe’s tray table remained open in her lap because a knob that was meant to hold it in place had fallen to the floor. During the flight, Doe’s daughter found the knob on the floor and gave it to Doe, who placed it in a seatback ... More...

$0 (09-06-2017 - MI)

Larry Devel Stewart v. Tony Trierweilder, Warden

In this habeas case, Larry Stewart claims that a Confrontation Clause violation and prosecutorial misconduct undermined the fairness of his murder trial. But > No. 16-2149 Stewart v. Trierweiler Page 2 because the state court did not unreasonably reject these claims, we must reject his petition. We reverse the district court’s contrary decision. I. On the morning of D... More...

$0 (08-14-2017 - MI)

People v. Heflin

Carman was driving a dump truck on an interstate highway that was closed to one lane eastbound due to construction, and traffic was stop and go. Carman stated that he looked down at his side mirrors and that when he looked up, the victim's car had stopped and he was unable to timely stop. Carman's truck struck the victim's car from the rear, causing it to go off Page 209the Interstate and roll. Th... More...

$0 (01-02-2016 - MI)

People Of Michigan v. Reese

Defendant, Verdell Reese, III, was charged with second-degree murder 2 and, alternatively, voluntary manslaughter 3 for the April 2008 death of Leonardo Johnson.4 Defendant waived his right to a jury [815 N.W.2d 88]trial and proceeded to a bench trial in the Wayne Circuit Court. [491 Mich. 131]According to testimony adduced at trial, defendant owed $2,000 to Johnson, who was so upse... More...

$0 (01-02-2016 - MI)

Alan Baynes v. Brandon Cleland

Plaintiff-Appellant Alan Baynes appeals the district court’s grant of summary judgment to Defendants Deputy Brandon Cleland, Deputy Frank Maiorana, and Macomb County on his claims of excessive force and deliberate indifference to a serious medical need under 42 U.S.C. § 1983. We hold that Defendants Cleland and Maiorana are not entitled to qualified immunity for Baynes’ claim ... More...

$0 (08-24-2015 - MI)

St. Clair Marine Salvage, Inc. v. Michael Bulgarelli

Defendant Michael Bulgarelli owns a boat that ran aground in Lake St. Clair, necessitating the services of a salvage ship to tug it free by towing it several feet. Plaintiff St. Clair Marine Salvage, Inc., alleges that the agreed-upon price was approximately $9,000, while Bulgarelli insists he was quoted a price range of $1,000–$1,200. The district court denied St. Clair Marine�... More...

$0 (07-22-2015 - MI)

Kimberly Johnson v. Doodson Insurance Brokerage

This case is about whether an injured third party to a liability insurance policy has a claim against an insurance broker for failure to procure the proper liability insurance. Because of a mistake by defendant insurance broker, decedent Douglas Johnson’s fatal accident was not covered by a liability insurance policy obtained by an amusement company. This case does not involve li... More...

$0 (07-19-2015 - MI)

Elvira Ljuljdjuraj v. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company

ice and collided with a negligently parked vehicle. The car she was driving was owned by a friend, Bardhyl Mullalli. Ljuljdjuraj filed a diversity suit in federal court, seeking recovery under Mullalli's no-fault automobile insurance policy, issued by State Farm, for injuries she suffered in the accident. Ljuljdjuraj and Mullalli are both citizens of Michigan, while State Farm is a... More...

$0 (12-19-2014 - MI)

Julian Wendrow, Thal Wendrow, individually and on behalf of AW and IW v. Michigan Department of Human Services et al

Detroit, Michigan - Julian Wendrow, Thal Wendrow, individually and on behalf of AW and IW sued the Michigan Department of Human Services, Oakland County, Andrea Dean, David Gorcyca, Deborah Carley, Eric Overall, Rebecca Robydek, Mark Wardia, West Bloomfield Township Police Department, West Bloomfield Township, Carl Fuhs, David O'Malley, Joseph Brousseau, Rondald Cronin, Tara Kane, Cynthia Scarsel... More...

$0 (11-06-2014 - MI)

State of Michigan v. Samuel Watchmaker, III

Lansing, MI - The State of Michigan charged Samuel Watchmaker, III with operating a vehicle while intoxicated causeing death, reckless driving and failure to stop at accident when at fault resulting in death in conjunction with the death of his wife, Shayla Watchmaker, who died in a car crash in 2012. There were no witnesses to the crash and it was not certain who was driving the vehicle. <b... More...

$0 (10-06-2014 - MI)

United States of America v. Jesse Daniel Williams, III

Jessie Daniels Williams was convicted by a jury on two counts of possessing cocaine with the intent to distribute and one count of maintaining a drug-involved premises. He was sentenced as a career offender to a total of 360 months in prison. He now appeals both his conviction and his sentence, contending (1) that the almost two-year delay between his first indictment and the commencement of his t... More...

$0 (06-02-2014 - MI)