Justin is an associate with RCR. He earned a BS in Biology from Central Michigan University and Juris Doctor from Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School, cum laude. Justin specializes in Michigan No-fault, insurance and casualty. He is an active member of the Association of Defense Trial Counsel and on the Board of Directors.
In his free time, Justin enjoys playing softball in the Mt. Clemens Lawyer’s League, attending Detroit Lions games, golfing and spending time with family and friends.
State Bar of Michigan
State Bar of Michigan
The Association of Defense Trial Counsel
RCR Attorney Janine Plourde recently obtained summary disposition in favor of a vehicle owner who was sued for injuries arising out of a car accident that allegedly involved her vehicle. Under Michigan law, a vehicle owner can be held 100% liable for injuries in such cases. But Janine successfully proved that her client had not consented to the use of her vehicle and, as such, the claims against Janine’s client were dismissed with prejudice.
Max McHugh successfully argued for the dismissal of Plaintiff’s owner’s liability claim asserting that Co-Defendant was not a permissive user of the vehicle involved in the subject motor vehicle accident and that the use of the vehicle occurred without Defendant’s knowledge or consent. The Court dismissed Plaintiff’s claims with prejudice.