Diminished Value Claims Michigan

- Michigan's mini-tort law limits recoveries to $*,* for vehicle damage not covered by insurance.
- You can still pursue a claim for diminished value through small claims court.
- The small claims court limit in Michigan is $*,*.
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There is no specific case law that outright prevents you from collecting diminished value in Michigan. However, Michigan's mini-tort law limits recovery to $*,* for vehicle damage not covered by insurance. For diminished value claims, you may pursue the matter in small claims court, where the limit is $*,*.
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There is no specific law in Michigan that limits damages strictly to out-of-pocket expenses for all types of claims. However, Michigan's mini-tort law limits recovery to $*,* for vehicle damage not covered by insurance. For other types of claims, the limits can vary based on the nature of the claim.
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MCL *.* subsections (*)(e) and (*) pertain to tort liability for noneconomic loss and allowable expenses in Michigan. They do not specifically address diminished value claims. For diminished value, you may need to pursue other legal avenues.
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In Michigan, there is no specific case law that universally denies diminished value claims. Most cases are determined based on the specifics of each claim, including evidence presented. It's advisable to present strong evidence of the diminished value in court.
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The case * Mich *; * NW2d * pertains to the Michigan Supreme Court ruling on the issue of whether certain economic losses, specifically property damages, could be recovered under no-fault insurance. It focused on the interpretation of insurance policy terms and the scope of coverage.
This case does not directly address diminished value claims. Diminished value claims in Michigan can still be pursued in small claims court, up to $*,*, although the mini-tort law limits vehicle damage recovery to $*,* for uninsured losses.
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The Michigan Supreme Court has ruled that the mini-tort statute is limited to out-of-pocket expenses for vehicle repairs and does not cover diminished value. For claims related to diminished value, you may pursue a claim in small claims court, up to $*,*.
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Filing in small claims court might make sense because the mini-tort statute does not explicitly prevent you from pursuing diminished value claims. Small claims court allows you to argue your case directly and present evidence of diminished value, potentially obtaining a judgment up to $*,*, which is higher than the mini-tort limit.
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If a lawyer moves your case out of small claims court, the mini-tort statute's $*,* limit for vehicle damage not covered by insurance still applies. However, pursuing the case in a higher court might allow you to seek compensation beyond the mini-tort limit, including diminished value.
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If your case is moved to a higher court, here's a brief overview of your options:
- Circuit Court: Handles larger civil cases. Higher potential compensation.
- Evidence and Documentation: Gather comprehensive evidence of diminished value.
- Legal Representation: Consider consulting a lawyer for guidance.
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To seek diminished value claims above the mini-tort limit in Michigan:
- File a lawsuit in Circuit Court.
- Present comprehensive evidence of the diminished value.
- Consider hiring a lawyer for guidance.
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To seek diminished value claims above the mini-tort limit in Michigan:
- File a lawsuit in Circuit Court: The Circuit Court handles larger civil cases, allowing higher potential compensation.
- Evidence and Documentation: Gather comprehensive evidence of diminished value.
- Legal Representation: Consider hiring a lawyer for guidance.
Would you like detailed steps on how to file in Circuit Court?

Michigan's mini-tort law limits recovery for vehicle damage not covered by insurance to $*,*. However, this limitation does not apply to diminished value claims in other courts. Since your case was moved to the 59th District Court General Civil Division, you can seek higher compensation for diminished value beyond the mini-tort limit.
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Diminished value can be recoverable in Michigan, but it is subject to certain limitations:
- Michigan's mini-tort law limits recovery to $*,* for vehicle damage not covered by insurance.
- Claims for diminished value exceeding $*,* can be pursued in District or Circuit Court, not limited by the mini-tort cap.

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