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Be Careful Before You Sign, Read Every Single Line – The Law Assumes You Do, Even If Blind
In this unpublished opinion, the Court of Appeals determined (1) Plaintiff’s medical records were properly considered as evidence of fraud after the commencement of litigation, not in violation of Williamson; (2) Plaintiff’s November 4, 2019, application for benefits was a statement of a party opponent under MCR 801(d)(2), and should not be excluded under MRE…
Read MoreScope of Independent Agents’ Duty Continues to be Source of Confusion
In Taylor v Lake Michigan Ins Co, a divided panel held that the independent insurance agent owed no duty to the Plaintiffs “to ensure the adequacy of the insurance coverage they obtained” for the Plaintiffs’ home. After a fire destroyed the home, the carrier paid the policy limits, but this left the Plaintiffs around $400,000 short of being…
Read MoreCourt of Appeals Reverses Denial of No-Fault Insurer’s Motion for Summary Disposition in Coordination of Benefits Case
In a case involving a coordination of benefits dispute under MCL 500.3109a, the Michigan Court of Appeals reversed the trial court’s denial of summary disposition to the Defendant (a no-fault insurer) finding that Plaintiff failed to present evidence that (1) the auto-insurance policy was not properly coordinated with his health insurance plan, and (2) that Plaintiff’s…
Read MoreCourt of Appeals Extends ‘Immediate Family Member’ in Bystander Recovery Cases to Include Grandparents and Grandchildren
In a matter of first impression, the Court of Appeals in Tenhoppen v Glemboski held that grandchildren and grandparents alike fall within the scope of “immediate family members” who may pursue bystander recovery under negligent infliction of emotional distress claims. The panel’s unanimous decision, which is slated for publication, looked at jurisprudence from within Michigan, as well…
Read MoreTwelve Attorneys Named in 2023 Michigan Super Lawyers List
Secrest Wardle is proud to announce that 12 of the Firm’s attorneys have been named to the Michigan Super Lawyers list in the 2023 Super Lawyers magazine! Congratulations to all of our Super Lawyers designees! For details > https://bit.ly/3ODmUf4
Read MoreEleven Attorneys Named in 2023 Michigan Rising Stars List
Secrest Wardle is proud to announce that 11 of the Firm’s attorneys have been named to the Michigan Rising Stars list in the 2023 Super Lawyers magazine! Congratulations to all of our Rising Stars designees! For details > https://bit.ly/3QHXhMw
Read MoreEight Secrest Wardle Attorneys Earn ’24 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch Recognitions
Secrest Wardle is pleased to announce that eight of the Firm’s attorneys have received 2024 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch recognitions. Congratulations to Matthew J. Consolo, Justin A. Grimske, Matthew C. Lindgren, Kaitlynn M. Milroy, Daniel S. Schrode II, Cleveland B. Simmons, Renee T. Townsend, and Javon L. Williams! All eight attorneys are located in…
Read MoreSecrest Wardle Attorney Receives Best Lawyers ’24 Lawyer of the Year Award
Secrest Wardle is proud to announce that Senior Partner, Daniel P. Makarski, has received Best Lawyers 2024 “Lawyer of the Year” award in the Insurance Law category for Troy, Michigan. “Lawyer of the Year” recognitions are presented to individual attorneys with the highest overall peer-feedback for a specific practice area and geographic region. Only one attorney is recognized…
Read MoreNine Secrest Wardle Attorneys Listed in The Best Lawyers in America 2024
Secrest Wardle is pleased to announce that nine of the Firm’s attorneys have been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America© 2024. Congratulations to Senior Partner Thomas J. Azoni, Executive Partner Derk W. Beckerleg, Partner Drew W. Broaddus, Senior Partner and Co-Managing Partner Nathan J. Edmonds, Senior Partner Daniel P. Makarski, Senior Partner Mark F….
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