Appellate court affirms trial court's ruling to allow land survey as evidence in slip and fall liability case.
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Actions outside the scope of an invitation by an invitee could change his/her legal status for purposes of premises liability.
Applying "open and obvious" doctrine just got tougher following recent appellate court ruling that a snow covered parking lot may represent a 'special aspect.'
The need to access one’s mailbox may constitute an “extenuating circumstance” such that Michigan’s open and obvious danger doctrine will not bar potential recovery.
Invitees can become a trespassers when they venture into an area they are not authorized or expected to be.
A recent ruling from the Michigan Court of Appeals may adversely affect knowledgeable property owners with regard to constructive notice.
The Michigan Court of Appeals recently ruled that a non-tenant plaintiff is not owed a statutory duty under state law governing the condition of a rental dwelling.
Michigan Supreme Court rules non-possessory, uninvolved property owners cannot be held liable in public nuisance claims.
Michigan House and Senate pass two bills, codifying trespasser liability and leaving intact any immunity and defenses.
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