Third-Party Contractors - 2018 Premises Liability Webinar Series
Release Date: 07/11/2018
Andary Update-Are NFA Amendments Retroactive Under Andary?
Secrest Wardle Podcast
In Andary v USAA Casualty Co., ___ Mich ___; ___ NW2d ___ (2023) (Docket No. 356487), the Michigan Supreme Court affirmed the controversial lower court decision that the fee schedule portions of Michigan’s 2019 No Fault Reform are inapplicable to accidents covered by insurance policies which issued before the effective date of the recent reforms
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Lugo Reversed! - Michigan Supreme Court Shuts the Door on "Open and Obvious" as a Motion Defense
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In Kandil-Elsayed v F & E Oil, Inc., ___ Mich ___; ___ NW2d ___ (2023) (Docket No. 162907) and Pinsky v Kroger Co of Mich, ___ Mich ___; ___ NW2d ___ (2023) (Docket No. 163430), the Michigan Supreme Court reversed decades old precedent, and reduced the Open and Obvious defense to a comparative negligence issue.
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Liability for Animal Attacks - 2022 Premises Liability Webinar Series
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This webinar provides a comprehensive overview of common-law theories for animal attacks, statutory strict liability for dog bites, defenses to animal attack lawsuits, and more, including practical take-aways. Hosted by: Partner Secrest Wardle, Troy If you are not already on our distribution list, to receive invitations to register for the Premises Liability webinars correlating to our podcasts, please email Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel, at . The updated 2022 Secrest Wardle Premises Liability Handbook is now available. The Handbook provides a comprehensive review of each topic...
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Premises Liability v Ordinary Negligence (Condition v Conduct) - 2022 Premises Liability Webinar Series
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This webinar clarifies the distinguishing factors between premises liability and ordinary negligence matters. Examples will be provided along with references to current case law. Mr. Grimske also discusses the interplay between no-fault and premises liability matters. Hosted by: Executive Partner Secrest Wardle, Troy If you are not already on our distribution list, to receive invitations to register for the Premises Liability webinars correlating to our podcasts, please email Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel, at . The updated 2022 Secrest Wardle Premises Liability Handbook is now...
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Amusement and Leisure Land - 2022 Premises Liability Webinar Series
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This webinar provides an update regarding the definitions and scope of the Ski Area Safety Act, the immunity provision in the Act and its application to hazards identified therein; the use of waivers; the use of statutory immunity in defending roller skating centers, bowling alleys, and horse stables. Hosted by: Partner Secrest Wardle, Troy If you are not already on our distribution list, to receive invitations to register for the Premises Liability webinars correlating to our podcasts, please email Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel, at . The updated 2022 Secrest Wardle Premises...
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Special Considerations for Landlords - 2022 Premises Liability Webinar Series
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This webinar has been revised for 2022, providing an update focusing on issues that may arise for residential landlords. This episode features a detailed discussion pertaining to possession and control, why ownership and title are not dispositive, liability under the Landlord Tenant Act, as well as other special aspects pertinent to this area of the law. Hosted by: Partner Secrest Wardle, Grand Rapids If you are not already on our distribution list, to receive invitations to register for the Premises Liability webinars correlating to our podcasts, please email Marketing Assistant...
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Landowner Liability for Independent Criminal Acts on the Premises - 2022 Premises Liability Webinar Series
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This webinar presents an updated review regarding: What are the legal statuses of the various types of people who enter on property? What duties are owed by landowners and merchants to those who come on their properties? The evolution of landowner and merchant duty in the courts – a historical overview What landowners can and should do under current law Hosted by: Executive Partner Secrest Wardle, Troy If you are not already on our distribution list, to receive invitations to register for the Premises Liability webinars correlating to our podcasts, please email Marketing Assistant...
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Recreational Land Use Act - 2022 Premises Liability Webinar Series
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This webinar provides an overview, updated for 2022, of what the Recreational Land Use Act (RLUA) states, what it means to landowners, and offer an interpretation of the Act as demonstrated through case law, including Michigan Supreme Court and Michigan Court of Appeals interpretations. Hosted by: Partner Secrest Wardle, Troy If you are not already on our distribution list, to receive invitations to register for the Premises Liability webinars correlating to our podcasts, please email Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel, at . The updated 2022 Secrest Wardle Premises Liability Handbook...
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Insurance and Indemnity Issues - 2022 Premises Liability Webinar Series
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This webinar has been updated for 2022. Mr. Broaddus presents an updated primer on contractual indemnification, insurance provisions, and tender of defense issues and how they can affect the outcome of premises liability claims. Hosted by: Partner Secrest Wardle, Grand Rapids In Collaboration With If you are not already on our distribution list, to receive invitations to register for the Premises Liability webinars correlating to our podcasts, please email Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel, at . The updated 2022 Secrest Wardle Premises Liability Handbook is now available....
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Third-Party Contractors - 2022 Premises Liability Webinar Series
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This webinar discusses the duty of a third-party contractor, whether the open and obvious defense applies to third-party contractors and reviews published Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals opinion in Leone, et al v BMI Refractory Services, Inc. Hosted by: Partner Secrest Wardle, Troy If you are not already on our distribution list, to receive invitations to register for the Premises Liability webinars correlating to our podcasts, please email Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel, at . The updated 2022 Secrest Wardle Premises Liability Handbook is now available. The Handbook provides...
info_outlineThe fourth installment in Secrest Wardle's 2018 Premises Liability Webinar series discussing third-party contractors and significant new developments in case law, including a very recent published Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals opinion.
Hosted by: Sarah L. Walburn
Executive Partner
Secrest Wardle, Grand Rapids
If you are not already on our distribution list, to receive invitations to register for the Premises Liability webinars correlating to our podcasts, please email Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel, at [email protected].
The updated 2018 Secrest Wardle Premises Liability Handbook is now available. The Handbook provides a comprehensive review of each topic discussed in our 2018 Premises Liability series. If you are interested in obtaining an electronic or printed copy, please contact Marketing Assistant Sandie Vertel, to specify your preference.