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BSP Attorneys Published in Michigan Lawyers Weekly
Derek Linkous and Susan McKeever recently co-authored “‘People v. Bennett’ and the importance of pro bono” in Michigan Lawyers Weekly. The article explores the People v. Bennett case and encourages…
5.27.21 – BSP Sponsors WMed Live: A First Decade Celebration
Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine will be hosting an event to celebrate its first decade of accomplishments. WMed Live: A First Decade Celebration is a hybrid…
5.13.21 – Justin Weiner to Moderate at Upcoming State Bar of Michigan Panel
Justin Weiner will be moderating the State Bar of Michigan’s upcoming panel — “Am I Certifiable?” — on Thursday, May 13, at 12:00pm EST. The panel will discuss certified questions…
5.10.21 – Cheryl Bush to Speak on Upcoming Strafford Webinar
Cheryl Bush will be speaking on an upcoming Strafford live webinar—“Managing Jurors in Catastrophic Personal Injury Trials: Voir Dire, Jury Selection, and Countering Sympathy”— on Monday, May 10, at 1:00pm…
BSP Attorneys Win Pre-Discovery Motion
On behalf of FordDirect, BSP attorneys Patrick Seyferth and Derek Linkous won a pre-discovery motion to dismiss in an employee-benefits case and the Court denied leave to amend the complaint.…
BSP Attorneys Published in DRI For the Defense
Stephanie Douglas, Derek Linkous, and Michael Williams co-authored “Teaming Up: Appellate and Trial Counsel Partnering to Win” in the March 2021 issue of DRI For the Defense. The article explores…
4.30.21 – Moheeb Murray to Present at Upcoming DRI Construction Seminar
Moheeb Murray will be presenting at DRI’s upcoming Construction Law Virtual Seminar—“The Construction Industry in the Post-Pandemic World: Getting Back to Work”—which will take place April 29–30, 2021. Moheeb’s presentation…
4.15.21 & 4.29.21 – Cheryl Bush to Participate on the Faculty at ABOTA Foundation’s Upcoming Webinar Series
Cheryl Bush will be on the faculty for ABOTA Foundation’s upcoming webinar series—Mastering Virtual Advocacy—and will teach on April 15 and April 29. The webinar will focus on advocacy skills with an…
3.23.21 – BSP Sponsors New Day’s Happy Hour for Hope
On March 23, New Day Foundation for Families will be hosting its annual Happy Hour for Hope. This event will treat guests to a virtual performance by comedian Chris Turner,…
3.18.21 – Federal Bar Association and BSP Law Host Event Discussing Appellate Advocacy and Decision-Making
On March 18, BSP Law and the Appellate Practice Committee of the Federal Bar Association will partner to host an event with current Sixth Circuit Judge and former Ohio Solicitor…
BSP Attorneys Nominated for Troy Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards
Congratulations to Patrick Seyferth and Lena Gonzalez, who have been nominated for the Troy Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards! Patrick has been nominated for the Community Advocate Award. The…
BSP Wins Dismissal of an Action for Vicarious Owner’s Liability and Negligent Entrustment
Representing U-Haul Co. of Michigan (“UHMI”), BSP attorneys Moheeb H. Murray and Luis E. Gomez won dismissal of an action for vicarious owner’s liability and negligent entrustment in the Wayne…
Justin Weiner Named Partner at BSP
TROY — Justin Weiner has been named partner at Bush Seyferth PLLC, a leading boutique litigation firm in Troy, Michigan. Justin focuses his practice on complex business litigation and product…
BSP Attorneys Published in Detroit Lawyer Magazine
Roger Meyers and Susan McKeever recently co-authored "Affirmative Defenses Demystified: Follow the Rules" in the November - December 2020 issue of the Detroit Bar Association's Detroit Lawyer. The article looks…
BSP Attorneys Published in DRI’s November 2020 The Voice Newsletter
Moheeb Murray and Mike Steinberger co-authored “COVID-19: A Coming Wave of Life-Insurance Litigation?” which was published in the November 2020 issue of the DRI's The Voice Newsletter. The article explores…
BSP Attorneys Named to DBusiness Magazine’s Top Lawyers
Congratulations to 3 of our attorneys—Cheryl Bush, Michael Laramie, and Patrick Seyferth—who have been named to DBusiness magazine’s 2021 list of Top Lawyers. DBusiness’ Top Lawyers list is based on…
BSP Wins Reversal in Sixth Circuit Appeal
BSP member Michael Williams, working with attorney Bob Tyler, secured a key reversal from the Sixth Circuit on behalf of an injured plaintiff. The case is now expected to proceed…
BSP Ranked “Tier 1” in U.S. News – Best Lawyers® 2020 “Best Law Firms” List
Bush Seyferth PLLC is proud to have received a Tier 1 ranking in the 2021 Edition of U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” for Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law,…
BSP Secures Dismissal of Economic-Loss Class Action at Pleadings Stage
On behalf of a major OEM, BSP attorneys Stephanie Douglas, Michael Williams, and Grant Newman secured the dismissal of a 5-count consumer-fraud class action. The plaintiff—a used car purchaser—claimed that…
10.22.20 – BSP Law, General Motors, and the Hispanic Bar Association of Michigan Host Speed Networking Event
On October 22, BSP Law, General Motors, and the Hispanic Bar Association of Michigan will be partnering to host a virtual Speed Networking Event for current law students. Similar to…
BSP Law Secures a Stay from the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals for Michigan Legislature
On October 21, 2020, the Michigan Legislature, represented by BSP Law, secured a stay from the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals, undoing an injunction that the district court had issued…
10.20.20 – BSP Sponsors Michigan Lawyers Weekly Diversity & Inclusion in the Legal & Business Environment Webinar
On October 20, Michigan Lawyers Weekly will be hosting a webinar focusing on diversity and inclusion in the legal field. Bringing together experts on the Mansfield Rule and Diversity Lab,…
10.11.20 – BSP Law Sponsors 41st Annual OCBA Race Judicata
The OCBA hosted their 41st Annual Race Judicata virtually this year. The event took place from October 11 to October 17. Participants needed to complete their 5k run or walk…
BSP Law Secures Unanimous Court of Appeals Decision for Michigan Legislature
On October 16, 2020, the Michigan Legislature, represented by BSP Law, secured a unanimous Court of Appeals decision upholding three crucial election laws. The three laws, which have been in…
Cheryl Bush Appointed to Troy Downtown Development Authority
Cheryl Bush has been appointed by Mayor Ethan Baker to the Troy Downtown Development Authority (DDA). She will serve a four-year term. The DDA has thirteen members, twelve of whom…
BSP Law Represents Michigan Senate and House of Representatives in Litigation about the Governor’s Emergency Powers
On October 2, 2020, the Michigan Supreme Court held that Governor Whitmer’s exercise of emergency powers has been unlawful since April 30, 2020. BSP Law played a crucial role in…
BSP Wins Interlocutory Published Decision
BSP attorneys Stephanie Douglas and Susan McKeever won an interlocutory published decision from the Michigan Court of Appeals reversing and remanding for judgment in favor of Ford Motor Company. Ford's…
BSP Welcomes New CFO: Barbara Hunter
BSP is excited to announce the newest addition to the BSP team! Barb Hunter joins BSP as the new CFO. Barb has more than 25 years of experience in finance…
BSP Wins Dismissal of Wrongful Death Case
Representing U-Haul Co of Michigan, BSP attorneys Moheeb Murray, Michael Williams, and Frankie Dame won dismissal of a wrongful death action in Kalamazoo County Circuit Court. While moving a U-Haul…
10.14.20 – Cheryl Bush to Speak on Upcoming Strafford Webinar
Cheryl Bush will be speaking on an upcoming Strafford live webinar—"Personal Injury Damages: Limiting the Risk of Inflated Verdicts"—on Wednesday, October 14, 1:00pm-2:30pm EDT. The panel will discuss how defense…
Cheryl Bush Reappointed to the Attorney Grievance Commission
The Michigan Supreme Court has reappointed Cheryl Bush to the Attorney Grievance Commission. She will serve a three-year term commencing on October 1, 2020 and ending on October 1, 2023.…
BSP Wins Dismissal of an Action for No-Fault PIP Benefits
Representing Repwest Insurance Company, BSP attorneys Moheeb H. Murray and Luis E. Gomez won dismissal of an action for No-Fault PIP benefits pending in the Wayne County Circuit Court. The…
BSP Attorneys Recognized as 2020 Michigan Super Lawyers
BSP is proud to announce that 12 of our attorneys have been featured in Michigan Super Lawyers for 2020. Members Cheryl Bush, Patrick Seyferth, Moheeb Murray, Roger Meyers, and Stephanie…
Cheryl Bush Honored with Five Awards by Leading Lawyers
Congratulations to Cheryl Bush, who received five awards from Leading Lawyers. She received the following awards: Number One Leading Woman Lawyer in Michigan, Number One Leading Woman Business Lawyer in…
BSP Appeared in Leading Lawyers Magazine – Michigan Edition
Bush Seyferth PLLC is proud to have a firm profile in the recent Leading Lawyers Magazine – Michigan Edition (2020). To see the full BSP Profile, click here.
BSP Wins Dismissal of Putative Class Action
Representing SAS Institute Inc., a major international software company, BSP attorneys Stephanie Douglas and Susan McKeever won dismissal of a putative class action pending in the Eastern District of Michigan.…
Eight BSP Attorneys Featured in The Best Lawyers in America© 2021 Publications
BSP is proud to announce that 4 of our attorneys have been featured in the 2021 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America©. Alison Rodney was recognized within the Mass Tort…
Stephanie Douglas Honored as “Leader in the Law”
Congratulations to Stephanie Douglas, who was honored as a “Leader in the Law” by Michigan Lawyers Weekly last night. The event was live streamed on YouTube, and winners received shout-outs…
7.30.20 – Moheeb Murray Speaks on Virtual Webinar Series
BSP’s Moheeb Murray spoke on a virtual webinar with Jason Proctor (Flaherty) and Amanda Conti-Duhaime (FCA US LLC) on July 30. The panel explored the circumstances under which a force…
Roger Meyers Appointed to Detroit Bar Association Board of Directors
BSP would like to congratulate Roger Meyers for being appointed to the Detroit Bar Association Board of Directors. Roger will serve a two-year term beginning June 2020. He will be…
BSP Member Published in Michigan Bar Journal
BSP Member Michael Williams authored “2019 Sixth Circuit En Banc Opinions” for the July 2020 Issue of the Michigan Bar Journal. In his article, Michael provides insights on the five…
Luis Gomez Sworn in as President of Hispanic Bar Association of Michigan
BSP is proud to announce that Luis Gomez has been sworn in as the president of the Hispanic Bar Association of Michigan. Luis previously served as HBAM’s Treasurer. The Hispanic…
Moheeb Murray Elected to Oakland County Bar Association Board of Directors
The votes are in, and we would like to congratulate Moheeb Murray for being elected to the Oakland County Bar Association Board of Directors! Thank you to everyone who voted…
BSP Files Brief on Behalf of the Home Builders Association of Michigan
BSP attorneys Mike Laramie, Stephanie Douglas, Justin Weiner and Andrea Carone recently filed an amicus curiae brief on behalf of the Home Builders Association of Michigan in an important insurance-coverage…
BSP Secures Denial of New Trial in Consumer-Leasing Action
UPDATE: On behalf of Ford Motor Credit Company LLC, BSP attorneys Patrick Seyferth, Susan McKeever, and Justin Weiner obtained denial of a new trial motion, securing the complete defense jury…
5.8.20 – BSP Sponsors the Clemens Scholarship SIU Foundation Golf Tournament
On May 8, the Southern Illinois University Law School will be hosting the SIU Foundation Clemens Scholarship for Women Law Students Golf Tournament in Belleville, IL. All proceeds go to…
4.30.20 – BSP Law & New Day Foundation for Families Host Virtual Happy Hour
BSP Law has partnered with Huntington Bank, New Day Foundation and others to help remedy the immediate need of feeding cancer stricken families. We will be hosting a virtual zoom…
BSP Law Partners with New Day Foundation for Families to Deliver Food to Families in Need
Due to COVID-19, the Annual BSP Charity Classic benefitting New Day Foundation for Families has been cancelled. For 2020, BSP has partnered with New Day, Huntington Bank, Foley, McDonald Hopkins,…
BSP Helps Secure Summary Judgment of Non-Infringement, Ending 6-Year Patent Dispute
District Judge Victoria A. Roberts granted summary judgment of non-infringement to BSP’s client, a national manufacturer, ending a long-running patent dispute. Assisting national counsel, Venable, BSP attorneys Stephanie Douglas and…
Member Stephanie Douglas Participates as a Panelist for the NAMWOLF 2020 Driving Diversity and Leadership Conference
From February 22 to 25, the National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms (NAMWOLF) hosted the 2020 Driving Diversity and Leadership Conference. The conference is a full four…
