Michigan Court of Appeals

People of Michigan v. Austin Cole Curtsinger - Criminal Appeal

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's judgment in the case of People of Michigan v. Austin Cole Curtsinger. The defendant was convicted of manslaughter and appealed, arguing ineffective counsel and a disproportionate sentence. The court found no error.

Michigan Court of Appeals Affirms Mortuary Science Licensing Ruling

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision, upholding the Board of Examiners in Mortuary Science's ruling that Paul E. Buchanan and Generations Funeral & Cremations Services, Inc. operated unlicensed facilities in violation of the Occupational Code. The ruling clarifies the scope of mortuary science practice within the state.

Harold R White v. Ottawa Shores Homeowners Association - Property Easement Dispute

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision in the case of Harold R. White v. Ottawa Shores Homeowners Association. The court upheld the dismissal of claims regarding riparian easements and dock ownership, affirming the lower court's judgment.

Taurian Amunga v. Dustin Morrell - Appeal Dismissed

The Michigan Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal filed by Tina S. Gray and Tina S. Gray, P.C. The appellants sought to appeal a prejudgment order granting sanctions against their former client, Dustin Morrell, and themselves. The court found it lacked jurisdiction over the appeal.

People of Michigan v. Kendall Ledale Redd - Criminal Sexual Conduct Affirmation

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's judgment convicting Kendall Ledale Redd of multiple counts of criminal sexual conduct and related offenses. The court found the complainant's testimony sufficient to support the convictions and rejected the defendant's claims of a denial of a fair trial due to prosecutorial investigation failures.

People v. Aquil Alkufi - Michigan Court of Appeals Opinion

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Aquil Alkufi for assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder. The court addressed arguments regarding jury selection limitations and sufficiency of evidence.

People of Michigan v. Edwin Maurice Jenkins - Criminal Sexual Conduct Appeal

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's judgment against Edwin Maurice Jenkins, who was convicted of four counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct. Jenkins was sentenced to 25 to 40 years imprisonment for each conviction. The appellate court found no basis to overturn the jury's verdict.

Erica Mays v. Allstate Insurance - Michigan Court of Appeals

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision in Erica Mays v. Allstate Property & Casualty Insurance Company. The court found that the plaintiff failed to demonstrate a serious impairment of a bodily function following an automobile accident, upholding the summary disposition granted to the defendants.

Lipson Nielson Pc v. Kevin Adell - Affirmation of Lower Court Judgment

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's judgment in favor of Lipson Neilson, P.C. The court found no issue of material fact regarding the firm's claims for breach of contract and account stated. The defendants owe the firm $140,725.45 for legal services rendered.

Elijah Eleby v. Detroit Land Bank Authority - Legal Opinion

The Michigan Court of Appeals issued an unpublished opinion in Elijah Eleby v. Detroit Land Bank Authority. The court affirmed in part, vacated in part, and remanded the case concerning alleged Fourth Amendment violations during nuisance abatement investigations. The opinion addresses warrantless searches and trespassing claims.