Remittitur

In Michigan personal injury cases, a remittitur is a court order that reduces an excessive jury award to an amount deemed reasonable by the judge. This legal mechanism helps ensure fair compensation for plaintiffs while preventing unjustified windfalls. If a court finds a jury’s monetary award to be grossly disproportionate to the evidence presented, it may issue a remittitur, giving the plaintiff the option to accept the reduced sum or proceed to a new trial. Remittiturs are particularly relevant in premises liability cases, such as slip-and-fall accidents or dog bite injuries, where juries may award damages based on emotional factors. The Joseph Dedvukaj Firm’s experienced personal injury attorneys can advocate for clients impacted by remittiturs, ensuring they receive just compensation for their losses, including medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering related to traumatic brain injuries or wrongful death claims.