Blog categorized as Courts

Supremes Say 'Kraken' Attorneys Still Face Disciplinary Action

10/30/24 11:03 AM - By Team MIRS - Comment(s)
Supremes Say 'Kraken' Attorneys Still Face Disciplinary Action
The Michigan Supreme Court denied four “Kraken” attorneys’ requests to dismiss formal complaints recommending disciplinary action for filing a conspiracy-laden lawsuit to overturn the 2020 election.

Judge Dismisses RNC's Suit Challenging Voter Rolls

10/23/24 02:13 PM - By Team MIRS - Comment(s)
Judge Dismisses RNC's Suit Challenging Voter Rolls
A federal judge Tuesday dismissed the Republican National Committee’s lawsuit challenging Michigan’s maintenance of voter rolls.

Presidential Election Challenges Will Go Straight To Michigan Supreme Court

09/26/24 11:56 AM - By Team MIRS - Comment(s)
Presidential Election Challenges Will Go Straight To Michigan Supreme Court
Those contesting presidential election results or Board of State Canvasser certification must go straight to the Michigan Supreme Court with their complaints under new procedures adopted by the court Wednesday.

Religious Groups Get 2nd Chance At Challenging ELCRA

09/23/24 01:42 PM - By Team MIRS - Comment(s)
Religious Groups Get 2nd Chance At Challenging ELCRA
A federal appellate panel held two religious entities have established standing in their challenge to Michigan’s civil rights law that now includes sexual orientation and gender identity protections.

Bills Give Restraining Order System To Seniors & Disabled Adults

09/19/24 09:46 AM - By Team MIRS - Comment(s)
Bills Give Restraining Order System To Seniors & Disabled Adults
New Senate bills give Michigan seniors and "vulnerable adults," who are unable to live on their own, access to a restraining order system under which they could petition against people they fear won't leave their property, or who have exploited them financially or tampered with their care.