Narrative Opinion Summary
The Michigan Supreme Court denies the application for leave to appeal the February 23, 2016 judgment from the Court of Appeals in the case of Steven Swofford v. Paul Aube Petrow, with Horacio Alvarez and Farmers Insurance Exchange as additional defendants. The Court concluded that the issues raised do not merit review. Justice Bernstein abstained from participation due to a prior relationship with the Sam Bernstein Law Firm. The order was certified as a true and complete copy by the Clerk of the Michigan Supreme Court on November 23, 2016.
Legal Issues Addressed
Certification of Court Ordersubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The Clerk of the Michigan Supreme Court certified the order as a true and complete copy, ensuring the authenticity and accuracy of the court's decision.
Reasoning: The order was certified as a true and complete copy by the Clerk of the Michigan Supreme Court on November 23, 2016.
Denial of Application for Leave to Appealsubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The Michigan Supreme Court determined that the issues presented in the appeal did not warrant further review, thereby denying the application for leave to appeal.
Reasoning: The Michigan Supreme Court denies the application for leave to appeal the February 23, 2016 judgment from the Court of Appeals in the case of Steven Swofford v. Paul Aube Petrow, with Horacio Alvarez and Farmers Insurance Exchange as additional defendants.
Judicial Recusal Due to Conflict of Interestsubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: Justice Bernstein abstained from participating in the decision due to a prior relationship with a law firm involved in the case, demonstrating adherence to ethical standards regarding conflicts of interest.
Reasoning: Justice Bernstein abstained from participation due to a prior relationship with the Sam Bernstein Law Firm.