Michigan Supreme court cases could mean greater liability for employers

The Michigan State Supreme Court began its 2026-2027 term this week, bringing consequential cases to the docket that could expand liability risk and increase costs for Michigan employers.

For decades Michigan was long viewed as a gold standard legal climate for job providers large and small, but recent rulings from the high court have upended that and placed Michigan on national “Judicial Hellhole” lists by the American Tort Reform Foundation for the last three years.

The Michigan Chamber is actively advocating for a fair, predictable legal climate, and will keep members informed as these cases move forward; employers can contact Chamber General Counsel Randy Gross to learn how to participate in our legal reform committee.

Read the full story at michamber.com.