In Andary v USAA Casualty Co., ___ Mich ___; ___ NW2d ___ (2023) (Docket No. 356487), the Michigan Supreme Court affirmed the controversial lower court decision that the fee schedule portions of Michigan’s 2019 No Fault Reform are inapplicable to accidents covered by insurance policies which issued before the effective date of the recent reforms
In Kandil-Elsayed v F & E Oil, Inc., ___ Mich ___; ___ NW2d ___ (2023) (Docket No. 162907) and Pinsky v Kroger Co of Mich, ___ Mich ___; ___ NW2d ___ (2023) (Docket No. 163430), the Michigan Supreme Court reversed decades old precedent, and reduced the Open and Obvious defense to a comparative negligence issue.
This webinar provides a comprehensive overview of common-law theories for animal attacks, statutory strict liability for dog bites, defenses to animal attack lawsuits, and more, including practical take-aways.
Hosted by: Cleveland B. Simmons
Partner
Secrest Wardle, Troy
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The updated 2022 Secrest Wardle Premises Liability Handbook is now available. The Handbook provides a comprehensive review of each topic discussed in our 2022 Premises Liability series. If you are interested in obtaining an electronic copy, please contact Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel at svertel@secrestwardle.com.
This webinar clarifies the distinguishing factors between premises liability and ordinary negligence matters. Examples will be provided along with references to current case law. Mr. Grimske also discusses the interplay between no-fault and premises liability matters.
Hosted by: Justin A. Grimske
Executive Partner
Secrest Wardle, Troy
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The updated 2022 Secrest Wardle Premises Liability Handbook is now available. The Handbook provides a comprehensive review of each topic discussed in our 2022 Premises Liability series. If you are interested in obtaining an electronic copy, please contact Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel at svertel@secrestwardle.com.
This webinar provides an update regarding the definitions and scope of the Ski Area Safety Act, the immunity provision in the Act and its application to hazards identified therein; the use of waivers; the use of statutory immunity in defending roller skating centers, bowling alleys, and horse stables.
Hosted by: Amber Rouse Holloway
Partner
Secrest Wardle, Troy
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The updated 2022 Secrest Wardle Premises Liability Handbook is now available. The Handbook provides a comprehensive review of each topic discussed in our 2022 Premises Liability series. If you are interested in obtaining an electronic copy, please contact Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel at svertel@secrestwardle.com.
This webinar has been revised for 2022, providing an update focusing on issues that may arise for residential landlords. This episode features a detailed discussion pertaining to possession and control, why ownership and title are not dispositive, liability under the Landlord Tenant Act, as well as other special aspects pertinent to this area of the law.
Hosted by: Kenneth Horjus
Partner
Secrest Wardle, Grand Rapids
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The updated 2022 Secrest Wardle Premises Liability Handbook is now available. The Handbook provides a comprehensive review of each topic discussed in our 2022 Premises Liability series. If you are interested in obtaining an electronic copy, please contact Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel at svertel@secrestwardle.com.
This webinar presents an updated review regarding:
Hosted by: John L. Weston
Executive Partner
Secrest Wardle, Troy
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The updated 2022 Secrest Wardle Premises Liability Handbook is now available. The Handbook provides a comprehensive review of each topic discussed in our 2022 Premises Liability series. If you are interested in obtaining an electronic copy, please contact Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel at svertel@secrestwardle.com.
This webinar provides an overview, updated for 2022, of what the Recreational Land Use Act (RLUA) states, what it means to landowners, and offer an interpretation of the Act as demonstrated through case law, including Michigan Supreme Court and Michigan Court of Appeals interpretations.
Hosted by: Daniel S. Schrode, II
Partner
Secrest Wardle, Troy
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The updated 2022 Secrest Wardle Premises Liability Handbook is now available. The Handbook provides a comprehensive review of each topic discussed in our 2022 Premises Liability series. If you are interested in obtaining an electronic copy, please contact Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel at svertel@secrestwardle.com.
This webinar has been updated for 2022. Mr. Broaddus presents an updated primer on contractual indemnification, insurance provisions, and tender of defense issues and how they can affect the outcome of premises liability claims.
Hosted by: Drew W. Broaddus
Partner
Secrest Wardle, Grand Rapids
In Collaboration With
If you are not already on our distribution list, to receive invitations to register for the Premises Liability webinars correlating to our podcasts, please email Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel, at svertel@secrestwardle.com.
The updated 2022 Secrest Wardle Premises Liability Handbook is now available. The Handbook provides a comprehensive review of each topic discussed in our 2022 Premises Liability series. If you are interested in obtaining an electronic copy, please contact Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel at svertel@secrestwardle.com.
This webinar discusses the duty of a third-party contractor, whether the open and obvious defense applies to third-party contractors and reviews published Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals opinion in Leone, et al v BMI Refractory Services, Inc.
Hosted by: Mary T. Doll
Partner
Secrest Wardle, Troy
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The updated 2022 Secrest Wardle Premises Liability Handbook is now available. The Handbook provides a comprehensive review of each topic discussed in our 2022 Premises Liability series. If you are interested in obtaining an electronic copy, please contact Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel at svertel@secrestwardle.com.
This webinar discusses the Notice element in Michigan, including what duties are owed to invitees, common examples of defendants’ duty to business invitees, what landowners need to know and document, and a review of recently published and unpublished case law in Michigan.
Hosted by: Javon L. Williams
Executive Partner
Secrest Wardle, Troy
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The updated 2022 Secrest Wardle Premises Liability Handbook is now available. The Handbook provides a comprehensive review of each topic discussed in our 2022 Premises Liability series. If you are interested in obtaining an electronic copy, please contact Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel at svertel@secrestwardle.com.
The first installment in Secrest Wardle's 2022 Premises Liability Webinar series discussing open and obvious defense strategies.
Hosted by: Mark F. Masters
Senior Partner
Secrest Wardle, Troy
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The updated 2022 Secrest Wardle Premises Liability Handbook is now available. The Handbook provides a comprehensive review of each topic discussed in our 2022 Premises Liability series. If you are interested in obtaining an electronic copy, please contact Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel at svertel@secrestwardle.com.
This segment of the COVID-19 Webinar Series discusses the anticipated coverage battle between policyholders and general liability insurers as Michigan begins to re-open. This episode will provide an overview of the anticipated causes of action that may be presented by patrons related to COVID-19 exposure, the anticipated types of liability claims policyholders will turn to their insurers seeking coverage for, whether these liability claims may trigger coverage or may be barred by an exclusion, and what insurers should consider when evaluating coverage for defense and possible indemnity.
Hosted by: Amanda B. Fopma
Partner
Secrest Wardle, Grand Rapids
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This segment of the COVID-19 Webinar Series discusses the legal developments in the COVID-19 business interruption coverage dispute, including an overview of the mounting litigation filed in state and federal courts, legislative attempts to mandate coverage, and emerging trends based on court rulings in the COVID-19 business interruption battle.
Hosted by: Shelly Lee Griffin
Executive Partner
Secrest Wardle, Troy
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This segment of the COVID-19 Webinar Series discusses business interruption claims, what is required to trigger coverage, the legal rationale surrounding virus exclusions, and offer numerous practice tips.
Hosted by: Henry S. Emrich
Executive Partner
Secrest Wardle, Grand Rapids
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This webinar provides a comprehensive overview of common-law theories for animal attacks, statutory strict liability for dog bites, defenses to animal attack lawsuits, and more, including practical take-aways.
Hosted by: Cleveland B.Simmons
Partner
Secrest Wardle, Troy
If you are not already on our distribution list, to receive invitations to register for the Premises Liability webinars correlating to our podcasts, please email Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel, at svertel@secrestwardle.com.
The updated 2020 Secrest Wardle Premises Liability Handbook is now available. The Handbook provides a comprehensive review of each topic discussed in our 2020 Premises Liability series. If you are interested in obtaining an electronic or printed copy, please contact Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel, to specify your preference.
This webinar clarifies the distinguishing factors between premises liability and ordinary negligence matters. Examples will be provided along with references to current case law. Mr. Grimske also discusses the interplay between no-fault and premises liability matters.
Hosted by: Justin A. Grimske
Partner
Secrest Wardle, Troy
If you are not already on our distribution list, to receive invitations to register for the Premises Liability webinars correlating to our podcasts, please email Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel, at svertel@secrestwardle.com.
The updated 2020 Secrest Wardle Premises Liability Handbook is now available. The Handbook provides a comprehensive review of each topic discussed in our 2020 Premises Liability series. If you are interested in obtaining an electronic or printed copy, please contact Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel, to specify your preference.
This webinar provides an update regarding the definitions and scope of the Ski Area Safety Act, the immunity provision in the Act and its application to hazards identified therein; the use of waivers; the use of statutory immunity in defending roller skating centers, bowling alleys, and horse stables.
Hosted by: Amber Rouse Holloway
Partner
Secrest Wardle, Troy
If you are not already on our distribution list, to receive invitations to register for the Premises Liability webinars correlating to our podcasts, please email Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel, at svertel@secrestwardle.com.
The updated 2020 Secrest Wardle Premises Liability Handbook is now available. The Handbook provides a comprehensive review of each topic discussed in our 2020 Premises Liability series. If you are interested in obtaining an electronic or printed copy, please contact Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel, to specify your preference.
This webinar presents an updated review regarding:
Hosted by: John L. Weston
Partner
Secrest Wardle, Troy
If you are not already on our distribution list, to receive invitations to register for the Premises Liability webinars correlating to our podcasts, please email Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel, at svertel@secrestwardle.com.
The updated 2020 Secrest Wardle Premises Liability Handbook is now available. The Handbook provides a comprehensive review of each topic discussed in our 2020 Premises Liability series. If you are interested in obtaining an electronic or printed copy, please contact Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel, to specify your preference.
This webinar provides an overview, updated for 2020, of what the Recreational Land Use Act (RLUA) states, what it means to landowners, and offer an interpretation of the Act as demonstrated through case law, including Michigan Supreme Court and Michigan Court of Appeals interpretations.
Hosted by: Ryan D. Ewles
Executive Partner
Secrest Wardle, Troy
In Collaboration With
Anthony A. Randazzo
Senior Partner
Secrest Wardle, Troy
If you are not already on our distribution list, to receive invitations to register for the Premises Liability webinars correlating to our podcasts, please email Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel, at svertel@secrestwardle.com.
The updated 2020 Secrest Wardle Premises Liability Handbook is now available. The Handbook provides a comprehensive review of each topic discussed in our 2020 Premises Liability series. If you are interested in obtaining an electronic or printed copy, please contact Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel, to specify your preference.
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