Under Michigan law, for a will to be valid, it must be in writing, signed by the testator, and witnessed by at least two disinterested witnesses (MCL 700.2502).
To create an enforceable lien on real property in Michigan, a mortgage or deed of trust must be recorded with the county register of deeds (MCL 565.201).
A warranty deed provides assurances that the grantor holds clear title to the property and will defend against any claims, while a quitclaim deed merely transfers whatever interest the grantor may have without any guarantees regarding the title.
In Michigan, the statute of limitations for breach of a written contract is 6 years. This is specified in MCL 600.5807(9).
Under Michigan law, the collateral source rule dictates that a plaintiff’s damages are not reduced by amounts received from collateral sources such as insurance (MCL 600.6303). This rule ensures that the defendant is not penalized for the plaintiff’s receipt of benefits from other sources.
