Detroit Business Law – Resources for Metro-Detroit Businesses
Resources for Metro-Detroit Businesses
In a recent unpublished decision, Skiver v Durga, Docket Nos. 358830; 358931, the Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed the trial court’s decision that a landlord can be held liable for …
Landlord Can Be Found Liable for Vicious Attack by Tenant’s Dog Read MoreIn James Heuschneider v. Wolverine Superior Hospitality, Inc., unpublished per curium opinion of the Court of Appeals, issued June 4, 2019 (Docket No. 341053), the Michigan Court of Appeals held …
Michigan Court of Appeals Holds Ann Arbor Hotel Liable for Venomous Spider Bite Read MoreThe Court of Appeals affirmed the trial court’s decision, in Brendan Boman v. Catholic Diocese of Grand Rapid et al., Docket No. 338458 (June 2018), which granted summary disposition to …
Claims Dismissed Against Catholic Central of Grand Rapids Diocese, School Administrators, and Coaches Related to Tutor’s Sexual Abuse of Student Read MoreThe Michigan Court of Appeals recently held in Finazzo v. Fire Equipment Co., that the “open and obvious” defense to premises liability claims is available to contractors who are sued …
Michigan Court of Appeals rules that contractors may avoid liability for injuries caused by “open and obvious” hazards on property Read More“A person who engages in a recreational activity is temporarily adopting a set of rules that define that particular pastime or sport. In many instances, the person is also suspending …
Court of Appeals Clarifies Standard of Care that Applies to Participants in Recreational Activities Read MoreIn early March of 2016, a jury seated in Circuit Court for Davidson County in Nashville, Tennessee found in favor of Erin Andrews in a very publicized trial involving issues …
The Erin Andrews Verdict Reaffirms Strong Need for Confidentiality of Guest Information in Hospitality Industry Read MoreIn many cases, an employer may be held liable for the acts of its employees when its employees are working within the scope of their employment. The legal term for …
Employers Must Exercise Caution in Hiring Process to Avoid Liability for Employee Misconduct Read More