The trial court’s $1,000 attorney’s fee award to plaintiff after she settled a consumer-protection case is vacated. The factors in Smith v. Khouri, which apply to fee-shifting statutes, must be considered.
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Civil Procedure – Attorney’s fee in consumer auto case requires ‘Smith’ analysis
Criminal Law – Remand for consideration of motion to withdraw plea
The defendant’s attorney acknowledges that the defendant did not contribute to the delay in filing a proper motion and admits her sole responsibility for the error.
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Wayne County accused of withholding information in jail death of Abdul Akbar
In a federal wrongful death lawsuit filed against Wayne County, officials are being accused of dragging their feet in the release of certain evidence and details.
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‘How Did She Do That?’ gives women lawyers a rainmaking plan of action
A recently published guide offers ways to network outside of your practice, using social media to forward your goals, writing and speaking to enhance your reputation and reach, and how to successfully pitch your firm to potential clients.
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Business Law – Court did not properly determine reasonable attorney’s fee
The trial court’s denial of plaintiff’s request for post-judgment attorney’s fees is reversed because the court did not properly analyze whether the requested fees were reasonable.
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Civil Procedure – Circuit court lacked jurisdiction over attorney’s fee claim
The circuit court’s $17,000 judgment for plaintiff in this attorney’s fee dispute is vacated for lack of jurisdiction.
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Former Flint sanitation worker's lawsuit dismissed in federal court
A federal court has dismissed a lawsuit filed by a former sanitation worker for the city of Flint who claimed he was the victim of sexual harassment.
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Federal lawyers fly to Minneapolis to investigate shooting
MINNEAPOLIS — U.S. Justice Department attorneys are expected to fly to Minnesota on Sunday to investigate the killing of a black man that has prompted protests and calls for the two Minneapolis police officers involved in the shooting to be prosecuted.
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Public Utilities – Public service commission correctly approved cost recovery plans
“Because we conclude that the Attorney General failed to show by clear and satisfactory evidence that the orders were unlawful or unreasonable, we affirm.”
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Family Law – Attorney’s fees properly assessed for failure to obey court orders
On remand, the trial court made sufficient findings — including plaintiff’s failure to comply with court orders — to support an order requiring plaintiff to pay defendant’s attorney fees.
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