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Michigan High School Coaches Get CPR Certification as New Laws Boost Athlete Safety

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SAGINAW, Mich. — Coaches in Michigan high schools are about to undergo a change in their training as new legislative measures take effect, emphasizing the importance of emergency preparedness in athletics. Governor Gretchen Whitmer has enacted two bills, House Bills 5527 and 5528, mandating all head coaches and assistant coaches in high schools across the state to obtain certification in CPR and the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs). Furthermore, the new laws require schools to establish emergency response teams composed of trained staff members, aimed at enhancing the safety of student-athletes. Local educators have … Read more

Michigan Attorney General Fights Back as Federal Lawsuit Targets Climate Change Litigation Plans Against Big Oil

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LANSING, Mich. — Michigan’s Attorney General Dana Nessel is pushing back against a federal lawsuit aimed at thwarting the state’s plan to engage outside legal firms in litigation against energy companies over environmental concerns. The federal complaint, filed by the U.S. Department of Justice in April, alleges that Nessel and Governor Gretchen Whitmer are attempting to improperly hold fossil fuel companies accountable for their role in climate change. In late June, Nessel’s office submitted a motion to the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan, arguing that the lawsuit is unfounded and based … Read more

Michigan Jury Delivers Over $75 Million Verdict for HVAC Technician Severely Injured in Kroger Refrigerant Explosion

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DETROIT — A jury in Michigan has awarded over $75 million to an HVAC technician who was severely injured by a refrigerant explosion at a Kroger store. The incident occurred in February 2022 when Brian Mierendorf responded to a maintenance call regarding refrigeration lines, resulting in devastating injuries to his hands that have since required numerous surgeries. Mierendorf’s attorney, Jon Marko, revealed the jury’s decision on June 17, describing it as a landmark verdict in premises liability cases in Michigan. The jury considered both economic and non-economic damages for Mierendorf and his wife, Heather, related … Read more

Michigan Judge Under Fire: Allegations of Misconduct and Climate of Fear Reported in Formal Complaint

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A district court in Troy, Michigan, is facing scrutiny after a formal complaint was filed against Judge Kristen Hartig, alleging misconduct and a toxic work environment. The complaint was lodged on Wednesday with the Michigan Judicial Tenure Commission, highlighting serious concerns regarding Hartig’s conduct and mental health evaluations. Chief Judge Travis Reed announced his recommendation for Hartig’s temporary removal from her docket, stating that the integrity of the judicial system is crucial for maintaining public trust. “While due process is important, accountability helps preserve public trust in the judiciary,” he said. Hartig is expected to … Read more