Appeals Court Reaffirms Strict One-Year Deadline for Suing the State of Michigan

Michigan Court of Appeals reiterated that there are no exceptions to the one-year deadline for filing lawsuits against the state of Michigan.

Summary

In a decision issued on July 30, 2025, the Michigan Court of Appeals reiterated that there are no exceptions to the one-year deadline for filing lawsuits against the state of Michigan. This ruling potentially impacts plaintiffs who filed claims outside this timeframe, even if previous conflicting court decisions suggested otherwise.

Background

Suing a governmental entity, including the state, often involves specific procedural rules and shorter statutes of limitations compared to lawsuits against private parties. These rules are designed to protect public funds and ensure timely notice of claims. For some time, there had been conflicting interpretations within the Michigan courts regarding exceptions to the standard one-year period for bringing claims against the state. This created uncertainty for both plaintiffs and their legal counsel.

Details

Date of Decision: July 30, 2025.
Court: Michigan Court of Appeals.
Key Ruling: No exceptions exist to the one-year deadline for suing the state of Michigan.
Impact: This decision clarifies the strict adherence to the one-year deadline, potentially leading to the dismissal of cases that were filed outside this window but during periods of conflicting legal guidance. It underscores the critical importance of prompt action when pursuing claims against the state.
Future Implications: Attorney Jon Marko, representing affected plaintiffs, has indicated plans to appeal this decision to the Michigan Supreme Court, where the issue originated two years prior.

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Source Links:

Michigan Public: https://www.michiganpublic.org/criminal-justice-legal-system/2025-07-30/appellate-court-panel-finds-no-exceptions-to-ruling-about-suing-the-state

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