Whistleblower Loses at Summary Disposition
The COA in Kevin Smith v City of Flint, a for publication opinion, affirms lower court grant of summary disposition on Plaintiff’s claim under the Whistleblowers’ Protection Act
COA: Trial Court Judge’s Denial of DHHS Access to Hospital Records an Abuse of Discretion
The COA vacated 3 protective orders issued by Genesee Circuit Judge that prevented the Michigan DHHS from accessing McClaren-Flint Hospital medical records.
Getting Away With Murder
In a travesty of justice, the Michigan Supreme Court ruled on July 25 that the discovery rule is no longer applicable to wrongful death actions--even if it was impossible to bring the suit within three years of the death.