A Slippery Question: When Does Even An Open And Obvious “Blanket Of Ice” Create A Duty Of Due Care For A Premises Owner?

In the unpublished case of Ehrler v Frankenmuth Motel, Inc, No. 296908 (August 2, 2011), the Michigan Court of Appeals has suggested when a known, obvious and naturally occurring icy condition might nonetheless require action by the owner or controller of a premises….