Summer Dog Attacks in Michigan: The Person Holding the Leash May Be Liable Too Summer is one of the busiest seasons for dog bites and dog attacks in Michigan. Families spend more time outdoors, children are out of school, and dogs are frequently brought to parks, festivals, trails, and neighborhood gatherings. Unfortunately, increased interaction often…
Michigan Motorcycle No-Fault (PIP) Update: What Love v. Rudolph Means for Injured Motorcyclists Motorcycle accidents raise unique issues under Michigan’s no-fault law, particularly when it comes to who is responsible for paying benefits after a crash. A recent published Michigan Court of Appeals decision, Love v. Rudolph, provides important clarification on insurance priority in motorcycle…
Michigan Dog Bite Law: How Strong Pre-Suit Preparation Can Avoid Costly Litigation Dog bite injuries are a common source of serious personal injury claims in Michigan, and while Michigan law imposes strict liability on dog owners in many cases, successful dog bite claims are rarely automatic. In practice, the strength and value of a Michigan…
When a Loved One Suffers Injuries or Death in a Single-Vehicle Crash in Michigan: Are PIP Benefits Still Available? Single-vehicle crashes are some of the most misunderstood incidents under Michigan law. When someone is seriously injured—or tragically killed—in a crash involving only one car, families often assume that insurance will refuse to pay because “no…
Michigan Court Reaffirms That Auto Insurers Cannot Use Policy Exclusions to Deny Michigan No-Fault (PIP) Benefits A recent Michigan Court of Appeals decision has once again confirmed a cornerstone of Michigan No-Fault law: Insurance companies cannot avoid paying Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits with policy exclusions that reduce coverage below what the No-Fault Act requires….
Michigan Slip-and-Fall Injuries: What Evidence You Need to Win Your Case Slip-and-fall injuries happen in a moment — a wet floor in a store, a poorly maintained stairwell in an apartment building, icy parking lot in Michigan winter. But success in a premises liability claim requires more than simply proving you fell. Michigan law recently…
Institutional Sexual Assault Claims in Michigan: Understanding Your Rights Under Title IX, Section 1983, and ELCRA Sexual assault within an institutional setting—a school, university, workplace, religious organization, medical provider, group home, or other structured entity—raises legal issues far beyond the criminal act itself. These cases focus on the institution’s failures: failures to supervise, failures to…
Michigan’s PIP System in 2025: Why It’s Now a “Pay-to-Play” System — and What Injured Drivers Need to Know Michigan’s auto-insurance system was once known for providing automatic, unlimited PIP medical benefits to every driver, regardless of fault. But the 2019 amendments to the No-Fault Act fundamentally changed the system — and today, Michigan operates…
Michigan Motorcycle Accident Claims: What Riders Need to Know Why PIP priority rules matter — and how to protect your full right to compensation under Michigan law. Motorcycle crashes in Michigan bring a unique set of legal challenges. Unlike a traditional auto accident, a motorcycle collision immediately triggers questions about insurance priority, PIP eligibility, and…
How Michigan’s Wrongful Death Act Works for Families Losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence is devastating. In these moments, families not only face emotional pain but often overwhelming financial burdens. Michigan law provides a way for surviving family members to pursue justice and compensation through the Michigan Wrongful Death Act, set out…