Rule 2.630 – Disability of Judge

by | May 13, 2021 | Civil Procedure, Michigan

If, after a verdict is returned or findings of fact and conclusions of law are filed, the judge before whom an action has been tried is unable to perform the duties prescribed by these rules because of death, illness, or other disability, another judge regularly...

Rule 2.626 – Attorney Fees

by | May 13, 2021 | Civil Procedure, Michigan

An award of attorney fees may include an award for the time and labor of any legal assistant who contributed nonclerical, legal support under the supervision of an attorney, provided the legal assistant meets the criteria set forth in Article 1, ยง 6 of the Bylaws of...

Rule 2.625 – Taxation of Costs

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(A) Right to Costs.(1) In General. Costs will be allowed to the prevailing party in an action, unless prohibited by statute or by these rules or unless the court directs otherwise, for reasons stated in writing and filed in the action.(2) Frivolous Claims and...

Rule 2.622 – Receivers

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(A) Appointment of Receiver. Upon the motion of a party or on its own initiative, and for good cause shown, the court may appoint a receiver as provided by law. A receiver appointed under this section is a fiduciary for the benefit of all persons appearing in the...

Rule 2.620 – Satisfaction of Judgment

by | May 13, 2021 | Civil Procedure, Michigan

A judgment may be shown satisfied of record in whole or in part by:(1) filing with the clerk a satisfaction signed and acknowledged by the party or parties in whose favor the judgment was rendered, or their attorneys of record;(2) payment to the clerk of the judgment,...