Litigation Defenders

Lack of notice defense on the rise in Michigan following the loss of the open and obvious defense for premises liability claims.

Preserving evidence is key to defending premises liability cases in Michigan.

Before construction contractors stop work for nonpayment, this appellate court decision serves as a reminder that they would do well to check their contract language to make sure it doesn’t prevent them from walking off the job.  

Contractors need to know about this new Ohio law that significantly changes requirements for home construction services.

Traumatic brain injury cases are difficult to defend against, but when the alleged injuries can't be detected by medical diagnostic equipment such claims are even more challenging to win.

Open and obvious may be gone in Michigan, but property owners can still protect themselves in premises liability cases.

What Barbie can teach litigants and attorneys about avoiding sanctions and conducting oneself with civility in civil litigation.

The “notice” defense shifts back into focus after a recent Michigan Supreme Court ruling dismantled the “open and obvious” defense for premises liability claims.

Quickly determining “satisfactory proof of loss” for property claims can help insurance providers mitigate or even avoid paying penalty interest under Michigan’s Uniform Trade Practices Act.

Lithium batteries stored or charged onboard boats, ships and cargo containers may leave you walking the plank of maritime liability.