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The Supreme Court Just Released an Important Employment-Related Decision Which Eases the Burden of Proof for Reverse Discrimination Claims
Today, the U.S. Supreme Court in Ames v. Ohio Dept. of Youth Services, 605 U.S. ___ (2025), leveled the playing field for employees who believe they suffered discrimination because they are part of the “majority group.” Employees in the “majority group” are those outside the protected classifications under Title VII […]
Anne v. McArdle Wins Summary Disposition in a Property Damage Suit Arising From Flooding Allegedly Caused by a Construction Project
West Maple Realty Partners, LLC v C.E. Gleeson Constructors, Inc, Oakland County Circuit Court Case No. 23-202508-CB, Hon. Michael Warren. Summary disposition was granted on July 25, 2024, to all defendants in this case on the basis of Res Judicata and/or Collateral Estoppel, per MCR 2.116(C)(7) and/or (C)(10). We represented […]
Dale Burmeister Co-Authors Article on Overtime Compensation for Staff Accountants

Dale Burmeister has co-authored an insightful article titled “Reconsidering Overtime for Staff Accountants,” published in The CPA Journal on April 29, 2025. The article examines the evolving landscape of compensation policies within CPA firms, particularly focusing on the considerations surrounding overtime pay for staff accountants. In the piece, he and […]
Michigan Lawyers Weekly Names John Prew to the 2024 Go To Lawyers Power List

We are proud to announce that Harvey Kruse board member and shareholder John Prew, has been named to Michigan Lawyers Weekly’s 2024 “Michigan’s Go To Lawyers Power List.” The “Go To Lawyers” program recognizes top lawyers from around the state in a given practice area. Earlier this year, John was […]
Harvey Kruse Welcomes New Associate Nicole Wisnewski

We are excited to announce that Nicole Wisnewski has joined Harvey Kruse, P.C., as an associate attorney. Mrs. Wisnewski brings a wealth of experience in No-Fault first-party and bodily injury defense, and her background also includes work in general civil defense, criminal defense, landlord/tenant matters, and civil rights claims. Prior […]
Ten Harvey Kruse Attorneys Receive DBusiness Top Lawyers in Metro Detroit Recognition

Harvey Kruse proudly announces that DBusiness Magazine has included ten of our attorneys in their 2025 list of the “Top Lawyers in Metro Detroit.” The list of honorees includes: Dale R. Burmeister Michael D. Cummings Dennis M. Goebel Kimberly A. Kardasz Gregory P. LaVoy Jason R. Mathers Travis J. Peterson […]
Harvey Kruse Recognized as a 2025 Best Law Firm

We are proud to announce that Harvey Kruse has been recognized once again as a Best Law Firm for 2025, receiving a Tier 1 ranking for Insurance Law and Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants! Each year, Best Lawyers® selects law firms for recognition based on rigorous analysis of client and […]
Michigan Lawyers Weekly Names John Prew to the 2024 Class of “Go To Lawyers” in Negligence Law

We are delighted to share that Harvey Kruse board member and shareholder John Prew has been named to Michigan Lawyers Weekly’s 2024 list of “Go To Lawyers in Negligence Law.” John doesn’t just practice product liability law – he shapes it. With forceful advocacy and creative approaches, John has changed […]
Michigan’s Strict Liability Dog Bite Statute Doesn’t Mean Defendants Should Just Roll Over

Americans love their dogs. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), the United States had between 83,739,829 and 88,853,254 dogs in 2022, with 44.6% of households owning at least one. But even very good boys (and girls) can have very bad moments. As intelligent, loyal, and well-trained as dogs may be, […]
Harvey Kruse Attorneys Recognized as 2025 Best Lawyers and “Ones to Watch”

We are pleased to announce that Best Lawyers® has selected eight Harvey Kruse attorneys to include in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America. Best Lawyers Dale R. Burmeister – Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants, Product Liability Litigation – Defendants Michael D. Cummings – Product Liability Litigation – […]