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Michigan

Upcoming Court Rule Amendments – Will You Be Prepared for 2021?

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At SmartRules we are always busy keeping our guides up to date but this time of year we are going into one of our busiest seasons. Many courts update their Local Rules and procedures in December & January and again in June & July. Below are just some of the jurisdictions that will be updating … Read Article

Settlement for Flint Tainted Water Victims

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A measure of justice is in store for the victims of Flint, Michigan for the devastating water crisis that came to light in 2014. The state of Michigan has offered a $600 million settlement to Flint residents. Once legal fees are taken out, the settlement is to be distributed to the members of the class … Read Article

Over 2,500 Guides and Local Rules Updated

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While we are still early in the year, 2020 has already brought many changes to court rules. In fact, over two-thousand guides and citations have been updated since January 1st. Whether you are filing in the California Superior Courts, New York’s Supreme Courts or in any number of jurisdictions in between, SmartRules keeps you up … Read Article

Recent and Upcoming Local Court Rule Amendments – Are you up-to-date?

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Courts frequently update and amend their Local Rules. SmartRules’ editorial team is constantly in contact with courts making it easy for you to stay up-to-date. December 2017 The following courts amended their Local Rules effective December 2017: Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure District of Colorado Local Rules Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 4 Southern District of … Read Article