Failure by insurers and claimants to act timely and diligently could cost both parties in Michigan No-Fault personal injury cases.
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Michigan Supreme Court ruled that 2019 amendments to the state's No-Fault Act are not retroactive.
Appellate court rules health care providers don’t have to appeal auto insurer utilization reviews prior to filing lawsuits under Michigan’s No-Fault Act, but insurers may use them to evaluate the reasonableness and need for products, services and accommodations for an injured person.
Michigan Court of Appeals ruling provides strong defense under the one-year back rule when medical providers attempt to revoke assignments during an insured's ongoing No-Fault insurance coverage lawsuit.
Michigan Supreme Court rules post-accident rescission of an auto insurance policy does not render the insured as not having the requisite insurance at the time of the accident for purposes of defending third-party claims.
Proposed legislation could fundamentally change the adjusting process for first and third party motor vehicle liability claims brought in Michigan.
Michigan appellate court addresses how available health insurance benefits determine whether a plaintiff's No-Fault insurer will be required to provide secondary coverage for accident related health care services.
Recent arrest shows Michigan getting serious about limiting fraudulent auto liability claims.
The Michigan Court of Appeals recently clarified a new tolling provision for recovery of expenses under the state's No-Fault Act.
Appellate court rules plaintiff has burden of proof in Michigan No-Fault case to demonstrate forgery of attendant care forms.
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