Michigan

  • May 28, 2026

    Detroit Ex-Mayor Can't Prevent Seizure Of Bank Account

    Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick will have 100% of the funds in a bank account tied to him garnished by the U.S. government for distribution in accordance with his criminal judgment, a Michigan federal judge ordered Thursday.

  • May 28, 2026

    6th Circ. Revives P-Funk Keyboardist's Copyright Royalty Suit

    The Sixth Circuit revived part of the estate of late Parliament-Funkadelic keyboardist George "Bernie" Worrell's copyright suit against group co-founder George Clinton and his company Thang Inc., ruling that a jury must decide whether Worrell partly owned the recordings he helped create. 

  • May 28, 2026

    Mackinac Ferry Cos. Seek Sanctions In Deposition Fight

    Ferry companies suing a northern Michigan resort island say the city is improperly trying to cancel upcoming depositions of its mayor and council members without a court order, accusing it of using a last-minute protective order motion as a delay tactic. 

  • May 28, 2026

    Mich. Judge Dismisses Data Breach Class Action

    A Michigan federal judge on Wednesday dismissed a data breach class action brought against A-Line Staffing Solutions because the plaintiffs failed to show that any injury that might have occurred was a direct result of the staffing company's actions.

  • May 28, 2026

    Ex-Perrigo Workers Say Lax Security Led To Cyberattack

    Perrigo, a company that manufactures branded and private-label over-the-counter healthcare products, was hit with a proposed class action in Michigan federal court Wednesday following a cyberattack linked to a notorious hacking group that claims to have accessed personal data belonging to current and former employees.

  • May 28, 2026

    6th Circ. Nixes Aircraft Co.'s $39M Excise Tax

    A fractional jet company is not liable for a $39 million air transportation excise tax because the levy applies only to its usage charges for each flight, not the fixed costs for management and operations, the Sixth Circuit ruled.

  • May 27, 2026

    3 Generic Drug Antitrust Deals Totaling $17.9M Get Final Nod

    A Connecticut federal judge on Wednesday gave final approval to a $17.9 million generic drug price-fixing settlement between pharmaceutical companies Bausch Health US LLC, Bausch Health Americas Inc., and Lannett Co. Inc. and 48 states, territories, and governments, finding the terms reasonable despite an objection.

  • May 27, 2026

    Live Nation Wants AGs' Discovery To Wait On New Trial Bid

    Live Nation has told a New York federal judge that its bids for a new trial or judgment in its favor should go before state attorneys general to get discovery as they seek the forced divestiture of Ticketmaster to address the live music giant's monopoly.

  • May 27, 2026

    6th Circ. Backs Insurer In Michigan Jewelry Store Flood Fight

    A Michigan jewelry store's insurer does not have to cover water damage from a historic rainstorm that overwhelmed a Detroit area sewer system, the Sixth Circuit said, finding that the policy's flood exclusion barred coverage. 

  • May 27, 2026

    6th Circ. Upholds Prison Term Despite Sentencing Amendment

    A Sixth Circuit panel on Tuesday affirmed that a Michigan man's 103-month prison sentence should not be shortened, despite a recent change to sentencing guidelines, because his modest rehabilitation was not enough to justify a reduction.

  • May 27, 2026

    Mich. Tells FCC States Play Key Role In Network Regs

    Michigan's telecom regulator has urged the Federal Communications Commission not to go overboard on preempting state authorities as it pushes the country toward modernizing the phone networks, saying state-level regulations also play a critical role.

  • May 27, 2026

    Michigan Residents Sue AI Data Center Over Alleged 24/7 Noise

    Two western Michigan residents have filed a proposed class action accusing the operator of a data center used for artificial intelligence and bitcoin mining of subjecting nearby homeowners to constant industrial noise, claiming it disrupts daily life and reduces property values.

  • May 26, 2026

    AGs Say House Child Safety Bill Weakens States' Authority

    A group of 44 attorneys general for states including California, New York, New Jersey and Michigan have created a coalition opposing the House version of the Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act, H.R. 7757, and signed a letter to congressional leaders pointing out the shortcomings of the bill.

  • May 26, 2026

    6th Circ. Keeps Detroit Cops In Wrongful Conviction Suit

    A Sixth Circuit panel refused to shield two former Detroit police officers from key claims brought by two men who spent nearly 20 years in prison before their murder convictions were vacated, finding parts of the officers' appeal either lacked jurisdiction or failed on the merits.

  • May 26, 2026

    6th Circ. Rejects Mich. Reproductive Rights Challenge

    Abortion opponents and several parents lack standing to sue top Michigan officials, the Sixth Circuit said Tuesday, affirming dismissal of a suit challenging the state's voter approved reproductive rights amendment.

  • May 26, 2026

    Calif. Atty Says Pot Rescheduling Keeps LA Appeal Alive

    A California attorney who has challenged state and local cannabis licensing policies across the country on the grounds that they discriminate against out-of-state players urged the Ninth Circuit not to dispose of his challenge to Los Angeles' social equity program.

  • May 26, 2026

    Wheel Maker Accuses Competitor Of Patent Infringement

    A Michigan company that manufactures wheels used in heavy equipment has sued a rival business, alleging its patents were being infringed and that the two sides had been unable to come to a resolution to avoid litigation.

  • May 26, 2026

    Mich. Hospital Breach Suit Belongs In State Court, Judge Says

    A Michigan federal judge Tuesday dismissed two class actions seeking to hold a hospital in the state responsible for a 2024 data breach that patients and employees allege had exposed their personal information, finding the lawsuits are outside the district court's jurisdiction.

  • May 22, 2026

    Law360 Reveals Titans Of The Plaintiffs Bar

    This past year, 10 lawyers across the country at plaintiffs' firms big and small helped secure millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for their clients, going up against powerful defendants like Google, Monsanto and the Trump administration, earning the attorneys recognition as Law360's Titans of the Plaintiffs Bar for 2026.

  • May 22, 2026

    Real Estate Recap: $69B Merger, West Palm Beach, Congress

    Catch up on this past week's key developments by state from Law360 Real Estate Authority — including a $69 billion merger in the residential sector, a dramatic transformation in Florida's West Palm Beach, and the landmark housing bill creating strange bedfellows in Congress.

  • May 22, 2026

    Mich. Panel Upholds $20M Verdict Despite Improper Closing

    The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed a $20.6 million verdict for a man who was severely injured when a van struck him while he was snow-blowing his driveway, ruling that the defense could not challenge plaintiff counsel's inflammatory closing arguments because it failed to object at trial.

  • May 22, 2026

    States Seek Ticketmaster Sale As Live Nation Wants New Trial

    State enforcers say they want a federal court to split up Live Nation and Ticketmaster following a New York federal jury verdict that Live Nation had harmed competition by monopolizing ticket sales for large concert venues, even as the concert promotion giant sought to undo the verdict against it or to be granted a new trial.

  • May 22, 2026

    Corewell Health Faces Suit Over Alleged 'Fake' Medical Debt

    Corewell Health and debt collector DCM Services LLC tried to collect millions of dollars in medical bills that plaintiffs said were already paid through insurance and government programs, according to a proposed class action filed in Michigan federal court Friday. 

  • May 22, 2026

    Gucci Settles Suit Over Counterfeit Perfume Sales

    Gucci America Inc. agreed to a confidential settlement contract with two companies it accused of trademark infringement, and on Friday, a Michigan federal judge issued a stipulated order granting a permanent injunction prohibiting the defendants from future infractions.

  • May 22, 2026

    Latest HVAC Suit Says Price Hikes Were Coordinated

    Seven HVAC companies, including Rheem, Trane, Carrier and Lennox, engaged in price-fixing and inventory manipulation using the COVID-19 pandemic as a cover, Arkansas-based HVAC contractor Reliance Heating and Cooling alleged in a civil antitrust suit filed in Michigan federal court Friday.

Expert Analysis

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    The Case For Emulating, Not Dividing, The Ninth Circuit

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    Champions for improved judicial administration should reject the unfounded criticisms driving recent Senate proposals to divide the Ninth Circuit and instead seek to replicate the court's unique strengths and successes, says Ninth Circuit Judge J. Clifford Wallace.

  • ERISA Litigation Trends To Watch With 2025 In The Rearview

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    There were significant developments in Employee Retirement Income Security Act litigation in 2025, including plaintiffs pushing the bounds of sponsor and fiduciary liability and defendants scoring district court wins, and although the types of claims might change, ERISA litigation will likely be just as active in 2026, say attorneys at Groom Law.

  • 2025's Defining AI Securities Litigation

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    Three securities litigation decisions from 2025 — involving General Motors, GitLab and Tesla — offer a preview of how courts will assess artificial intelligence-related disclosures, as themes such as heightened regulatory scrutiny and risk surrounding technical claims are already taking shape for the coming year, say attorneys at Cooley.

  • Series

    Muay Thai Makes Me A Better Lawyer

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    Muay Thai kickboxing has taught me that in order to win, one must stick to one's game plan and adapt under pressure, just as when facing challenges by opposing counsel or judges, says Mark Schork at Feldman Shepherd.

  • Series

    Law School's Missed Lessons: Intentional Career-Building

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    A successful legal career is built through intention: understanding expectations, assessing strengths honestly and proactively seeking opportunities to grow and cultivating relationships that support your development, say Erika Drous and Hillary Mann at Morrison Foerster.

  • Key Trends In PFAS Regulation And Litigation For 2026

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    As 2026 begins, the legal and regulatory outlook for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances is defined less by sweeping federal initiatives and more by incremental adjustments, judicial guardrails and state-driven regulations — an environment in which proactive risk management and close monitoring of policy developments will be essential, say attorneys at MG+M.

  • 3 Securities Litigation Trends To Watch In 2026

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    Pending federal appellate cases suggest that 2026 will be a significant year for securities litigation, with long-standing debates about class certification, new questions about the risks and value of artificial intelligence features, and private plaintiffs' growing role in cryptocurrency enforcement likely to be major themes, say attorneys at Willkie.

  • 4 Developments That Defined The 2025 Ethics Landscape

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    The legal profession spent 2025 at the edge of its ethical comfort zone as courts, firms and regulators confronted how fast-moving technologies and new business models collide with long-standing professional duties, signaling that the profession is entering a period of sustained disruption that will continue into 2026, says Hilary Gerzhoy at HWG Law.

  • Navigating AI In The Legal Industry

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    As artificial intelligence becomes an increasingly integral part of legal practice, Law360 guest commentary this year examined evolving ethical obligations, how the plaintiffs bar is using AI to level the playing field against corporate defense teams, and the attendant risks of adoption.

  • The Major Securities Litigation Rulings And Trends Of 2025

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    The past 12 months saw increased regulator focus on disclosures concerning artificial intelligence, signs of growing judicial scrutiny at the class certification stage, and shifting regulatory priorities at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission — all major developments that may significantly affect securities litigation strategy in 2026 and beyond, say attorneys at Debevoise.

  • A 6th Circ. Snapshot: 3 Cases That Defined 2025

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    With more than a thousand opinions issued this year, three rulings from the Sixth Circuit stood out for the impact they'll have on the practice of civil procedure, including a net neutrality decision, a class certification standards ruling and an opinion about vulgarity in school, say attorneys at Ice Miller.

  • How Fractional GCs Can Manage Risks Of Engagement

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    As more organizations eliminate their in-house legal departments in favor of outsourcing legal work, fractional general counsel roles offer practitioners an engaging and flexible way to practice at a high level, but they can also present legal, ethical and operational risks that must be proactively managed, say attorneys at Boies Schiller.

  • Series

    Nature Photography Makes Me A Better Lawyer

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    Nature photography reminds me to focus on what is in front of me and to slow down to achieve success, and, in embracing the value of viewing situations through different lenses, offers skills transferable to the practice of law, says Brian Willett at Saul Ewing.

  • 2025 State AI Laws Expand Liability, Raise Insurance Risks

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    As 2025 nears its end, claims professionals should be aware of trends in state legislation addressing artificial intelligence use, as insurance claims based on some of these liability-expanding statutes are a certainty, say attorneys at Wiley.

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    Law School's Missed Lessons: Practical Problem Solving

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    Issue-spotting skills are well honed in law school, but practicing attorneys must also identify clients’ problems and true goals, and then be able to provide solutions, says Mary Kate Hogan at Quarles & Brady.

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