Plaintiff’s failure to disclose his personal injury claim results in dismissal of this lawsuit under the theory of judicial estoppel. Plaintiff’s prior bankruptcy was revealed during discovery. The fact that Plaintiff previously asserted to another court (the Bankruptcy court) that he had no personal injury claims barred him from later bringing said claim in a […]
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We are pleased to share that attorney Myisha Howard was recently featured in the Primerus Weekly in July 2025. The piece was appropriately titled “A true ‘Golden Girl,’ Michigan attorney personifies authenticity.” Her story is one of resilience, mentorship, and authenticity, guided by early challenges and shaped by a deep commitment to community and equity. […]
Carl Lanfear and Justin Gonzales obtained summary disposition in a premises liability case. The Plaintiff filed a lawsuit in November 2024, alleging injuries sustained in a slip-and-fall incident that occurred in December 2021. She passed away in 2023, but there was no estate created in violation of MCR 2.202. Given that no estate was created, […]
We are excited to share that attorney Rachelle Miller is featured in the Summer 2025 edition of Lady Justice by the Primerus Women Lawyers Section! Rachelle’s path to the law wasn’t traditional, but it’s one that highlights her curiosity, adaptability, and drive. Today, she’s an insurance defense attorney handling first- and third-party no-fault litigation, consumer […]
Anthony Caffrey and Mike Smith obtain a voluntary dismissal after filing a motion for summary disposition for a condominium association client. Our client, a condominium association, was sued for breach of contract and other theories of liability based on the Plaintiff’s apparent dissatisfaction with the purchase of her condominium. We filed a motion for summary […]
This past weekend, attorney Myisha Howard helped bring the vision of Gold Link Summit 2025 to life. As Senior Director and Board Member of Golden Girls Group, she served as Host and Facilitator, working alongside fellow board members to lead thoughtful, vulnerable conversations with the women in attendance. Together, they explored how to define power, […]
We are excited to welcome Nayeli Diaz to the firm as a Law Clerk! Nayeli is a rising 3L at Michigan State University College of Law, where she serves as President of the Board of Advocates and Communications Chair for the Intellectual Property Law Society. Her background in theatre and passion for advocacy make her […]
Attorney Myisha Howard was a featured panelist at the Student Empowerment Experience Conference on May 2, hosted by the Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) and held at Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) in Detroit. A passionate advocate for youth leadership and community engagement, Myisha shared her journey in law and leadership, answering questions […]
Attorney Rachelle Miller recently attended ICLE’s 12th Annual No-Fault Summit, which brought together attorneys, judges, and insurance professionals managing Michigan’s complex no-fault system. She spent the day gaining valuable insights into the state’s new fee schedule caps and their applicability within third-party cases. Rachelle was also selected to attend the “future leaders’ luncheon” during the […]
We are proud to share that our colleague, Abigail Wasil, has been nominated for the 2025 ATHENA Leadership Award by the Macomb County Chamber! Since 1999, the Macomb Foundation has presented the ATHENA Leadership Award® annually to an exemplary leader who has achieved excellence in their profession, served the community in a meaningful way, and […]
