Michigan Court of Appeals

In Re K M Gill Minor - Parental Rights Termination

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's order terminating parental rights for K M Gill Minor. The respondent's parental rights were terminated under MCL 712A.19b(3)(h) due to his lengthy prison sentence for murder and felony firearm charges, which will deprive the child of a normal home for over two years.

Dana Mark Gamarra v. Oakland County - Court Opinion

The Michigan Court of Appeals issued an opinion in Dana Mark Gamarra v. Oakland County, concerning an automobile accident. The court affirmed in part and reversed in part the trial court's decision regarding summary disposition for the defendants, remanding the case for further proceedings.

Coleman v. Magni Industries Inc - Employment Dispute

The Michigan Court of Appeals reversed and remanded the case of Martaz Coleman v. Magni Industries Inc. The court reconsidered the case in light of a Supreme Court decision, impacting the interpretation of employment agreements and statutes of limitations.

Horazdovsky v. Horazdovsky - Child Custody Appeal

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision to change primary physical custody of three children from the mother to the father. The court found that the trial court's decision was supported by the evidence presented regarding the children's best interests.

Thomas Tarhanich v. Memberselect Insurance Company - Insurance Benefits

The Michigan Court of Appeals reversed and remanded a trial court's dismissal of a personal protection insurance (PIP) benefits case. The appellate court found that the trial court erred in granting summary disposition to Allstate Property and Casualty Insurance Company, potentially impacting how PIP benefits are claimed under the state's no-fault act.

Chrystal Robinson v. Quicken Loans Inc - Discrimination Case

The Michigan Court of Appeals reversed and remanded a lower court's decision in Chrystal Robinson v. Quicken Loans Inc. The case involves claims of race, sex, and age discrimination, retaliation, and hostile work environment under Title VII and the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act. The appellate court's decision requires further proceedings in the trial court.

Mary Free Bed Hosp v. Esurance - Insurance Priority Dispute

The Michigan Court of Appeals ruled in Mary Free Bed Hosp v. Esurance that an injured party or their treatment provider can claim additional benefits from a lower-priority insurer after exhausting the coverage limit of a higher-priority insurer, provided the lower-priority policy offers unlimited coverage. This decision addresses a question of first impression under Michigan's no-fault act.

People of Michigan v. Robbie Deshawn Taylor - Affirmation of Lower Court Judgment

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's judgment in the case of People of Michigan v. Robbie Deshawn Taylor. The defendant was convicted of first-degree premeditated murder and two counts of assault with intent to commit murder following a second trial. This decision comes after the appellate court denied the defendant's initial application and was ordered by the Supreme Court to consider the appeal of the order denying his motion for relief from judgment.

People of Michigan v. Vertese Steven Woods - Criminal Appeal

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's judgment and sentence for Vertese Steven Woods, who was convicted of multiple felonies including involuntary manslaughter and fleeing and eluding. The court found the sentence, which included an upward departure from guidelines, to be proportionate.

Caleb Mitchell Brown v. Comstock Turf Inc - Opinion Vacated and Remanded

The Michigan Court of Appeals vacated a trial court judgment of $9,512,590.35 against Comstock Turf Inc. and remanded the case with an order to enter judgment in favor of the defendants. The court's decision means the original judgment is no longer valid.