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In re A. N. Morshed Minor - Parental Rights Termination

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's order terminating parental rights for a minor child. The termination was based on the parent's conviction for criminal sexual conduct and child abuse, and the finding that termination was in the child's best interest.

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.

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.

People of Michigan v. Michael Terry Wright - Criminal Case Appeal

The Michigan Court of Appeals vacated and reversed the conviction of Michael Terry Wright, remanding the case. The court found that law enforcement's stop of the defendant was constitutionally infirm, leading to the suppression of evidence. This decision impacts the application of search and seizure laws in the state.

In Re Klimp Minors - Michigan Court of Appeals Judgment Affirmed

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's order terminating parental rights for four children due to severe abuse and neglect. The decision involved allegations of physical injury, malnutrition, and confinement, citing specific state statutes.

People of Michigan v. Shane Isaac Clendenin - Criminal Sexual Conduct Appeal

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed the convictions of Shane Isaac Clendenin for four counts of third-degree criminal sexual conduct. The court upheld the lower court's judgment and sentence of 99 months to 30 years imprisonment.

In re P. A. S. Lindsey Minor - Parental Rights Termination

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's order terminating parental rights for respondent-father in the case of In re P. A. S. Lindsey Minor. The termination was based on allegations of abuse against a sibling and domestic violence. The court found sufficient grounds to affirm the lower court's decision.

Swoope v. Citizens Insurance Company of the Midwest - Insurance Case

The Michigan Supreme Court reversed a Court of Appeals decision regarding personal protection insurance (PIP) benefits. The Court held that the unlawful taking of a vehicle is distinct from unlawful operation when determining eligibility for PIP benefits under MCL 500.3113(a). The case is remanded for further consideration.

Vhs of Michigan Inc v. Allstate Insurance Company - Insurance Dispute

The Michigan Court of Appeals vacated and remanded the case of Vhs of Michigan Inc. v. Allstate Insurance Company. The appellate court's decision concerns a dispute over payment for medical services rendered to a minor injured in a motor vehicle accident, potentially impacting how insurers handle claims exceeding statutory limits.

People of Michigan v. Exzavier Lamar Lewis - Criminal Appeal

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed in part and reversed in part the conviction of Exzavier Lamar Lewis. The court remanded the case for resentencing due to errors in scoring the sentencing guidelines. The decision impacts how criminal sentences are calculated in similar cases.