Michigan Supreme Court oral argument cases set for Nov. 4-5
The Michigan Supreme Court is scheduled to hear oral arguments November 4 and 5 on the sixth floor of the Michigan Hall of Justice beginning at 9:30 a.m. The cases involve a wrongful discharge claim, contract and tort claims, medical malpractice, criminal issues, felony conspiracy, and prevailing party attorney fees.
Oral arguments are open to the public.
The Court broadcasts its oral arguments and other hearings live on the Internet via streaming video technology. Watch the stream live only while the Court is in session and on the bench. Streaming will begin shortly before the hearings start; audio will be muted until justices take the bench.
Italian American Bar Association to host 84th Annual Winter Gala
On Saturday, Dec. 12 the Italian American Bar Association of Michigan (IABAM) will host its 84th Annual Winter Gala at the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club. The event is black tie optional, and features live music by Pino Marelli, a full Italian dinner and dessert menu and drink selections. The event offers an evening of fun and comradery and includes various presentations and awards, including a scholarship award to one local student. A portion of event proceeds will go to benefit Friends of Foster Kids. All guests are asked to bring an unwrapped child’s holiday gift for a child who is currently in the foster care system.
Tickets are $100 per person and the event is open to non-members. For more information or tickets, contact Lauren Donofrio at lduvaldonofrio@gmail.com or 517.512.5092. Tickets are available for purchase online at www.iabam.com/store.
2 Detroit police officers charged with theft of money, misconduct
DETROIT (AP) — Two Detroit police officers have with charged in connection with the theft of money from people stopped on the street.
Prosecutors say 28-year-old Charles Lynem and 31-year-old Chancellor Searcy were arraigned Tuesday.
Between March 2013 and September 2014 money was taken from one man arrested at a gas station and from two other men during pat downs.
Prosecutors say circumstances were fabricated in another man's arrest.
Searcy and Lynem are charged with embezzlement, larceny, misconduct and falsely reporting a felony. Searcy also is charged with failing to uphold the law.
They have been suspended and released on bond pending a Nov. 3 probable cause hearing.
The Associated Press left a message seeking comment from the Detroit police officers union.
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