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Sanctions for Using AI-Fabricated Caselaw
New Legal Update
Michigan courts have now addressed the issue of improper use of generative artificial intelligence in legal filings in a court of appeals case. This Legal Update provides the facts and an analysis of the court's decision that plaintiff's counsel's repeated submissions of AI-fabricated and unsupported authority violated the duty of reasonable inquiry and warranted sanctions.
Michigan Drunk Driving Law and Practice
Updated Book
Successfully represent your clients charged with drunk or drugged driving offenses with Michigan Drunk Driving Law and Practice. The latest revisions to the book include updates on evidential breath testing, expanded information on the transfer of sobriety court cases between jurisdictions, and a recent court of appeals case.
 
Civil Litigation Periodic Update
New Legal Update
The first half of the year provided a variety of amendments to Michigan Court Rules related to civil litigation, recapped in this Legal Update. This periodic update also provides summaries on a Michigan Supreme Court opinion on venue and Michigan Court of Appeals opinions on jurisdiction, state-law tort claims, arbitration, the Uniform Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Act, the Michigan Gaming Control and Revenue Act, the Whistleblowers' Protection Act, and the Wrongful Imprisonment Compensation Act.
 
Sample Language for an LLC for a Family Cottage
New Form
Assisting clients seeking to pass a family cottage down to the next generation can be tricky. Estate planning attorneys can use this new sample language for a living revocable trust to establish a limited liability company (LLC) for a family cottage after both grantors have died.
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ICLE community blogs

Approaching the Bench
Matthew J. Franson | 08/01/2025
Hon. Andrew W. Kowalkowski was appointed judge for the 44th District Court in April 2022. Before his appointment to the bench, Judge Kowalkowski was an administrative law examiner for the Michigan Department of State, and before that, he was a...

Staff blogs
Spotlight on ICLE Legal Updates

FinCEN Exempts U.S.-Based Companies and Individuals from CTA Reporting

FinCEN Pauses Enforcement on Beneficial Ownership Reporting Amid Litigation and Rule Changes

Medicaid Asset Limit Increases

Cannabis Law Conference Highlights

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Daniel J. McCarthy is a shareholder at the firm and concentrates his practice in appellate and commercial litigation for both state and federal courts. He is highly skilled and sought after for appellate litigation and arbitration matters. A prolific...
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News From ICLE

New Executive Director
Jeffrey E. Kirkey has been named executive director of ICLE, effective June 4, 2026. Jeff brings nearly three decades of experience with ICLE, most recently as the Institute's chief learning officer. As head of ICLE, he will oversee day-to-day operations and help implement strategic objectives in our mission to support Michigan lawyers. Read the full announcement: https://info.icle.org/jeff-kirkey-named-icle-executive-director


Meet Our Contributors
Daniel J. McCarthy
Butzel Long PC
Troy
Daniel J. McCarthy is a shareholder at the firm and concentrates his practice in appellate and commercial litigation for both state and federal courts. He is highly skilled and sought after for appellate litigation and arbitration matters. A prolific...
Read More
> Find ICLE Law Experts


News From ICLE

New Executive Director
Jeffrey E. Kirkey has been named executive director of ICLE, effective June 4, 2026. Jeff brings nearly three decades of experience with ICLE, most recently as the Institute's chief learning officer. As head of ICLE, he will oversee day-to-day operations and help implement strategic objectives in our mission to support Michigan lawyers. Read the full announcement: https://info.icle.org/jeff-kirkey-named-icle-executive-director