What Is a Motion for Summary Disposition?

What exactly is a motion for summary disposition, and how does it affect the course of a lawsuit? In this video, Maddin Hauser attorney Andrew Creal explains how this powerful legal motion can result in a case being dismissed before it ever reaches trial.

Using a real-world example involving a disputed home sale and alleged failure to disclose a defect, Andrew outlines when and why a judge might grant or deny summary disposition. He also breaks down the legal standard used by courts and what it means when there are “no genuine issues of material fact.”

Whether you’re a party to a lawsuit or simply want to better understand civil litigation in Michigan, this video provides a practical and accessible explanation of an important procedural step.

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