Congratulations to MBL Partner Sulvia Alsaigh and Senior Attorney Daniela Llenga on securing a significant victory for our client in a Michigan No-Fault insurance priority dispute involving more than $212,000 in PIP benefits.

The opposing insurer sought summary disposition, arguing that our client was not entitled to reimbursement because the claimant did not qualify as an “insured” under its policy. Specifically, it contended that the claimant was not entitled to coverage because he did not insure the vehicle he was operating at the time of the accident.

MBL opposed the motion and filed a cross-motion for summary disposition, establishing that the two insurers shared equal priority under the Michigan No-Fault Act. As a result, MBL argued our client was entitled to reimbursement on a pro rata basis for benefits paid on the claim.

Following extensive briefing and oral argument, the Court agreed with MBL, denying the opposing insurer’s motion and granting MBL’s cross-motion. The ruling entitles MBL’s client to reimbursement for the opposing insurer’s proportional share of more than $212,000 in PIP benefits.

Congratulations to Sulvia, who skillfully handled the lengthy oral argument; Daniela, who played a critical role in securing the victory; and MBL attorney Kim Cloud for her valuable assistance with the briefing and motion practice.