From Chief Judge Michael J. Talbot

The Court of Claims is a court of statewide, limited jurisdiction (PA 164 of 2013) to hear and determine all civil actions filed against the State of Michigan and its agencies. These cases include highway defect, medical malpractice, contracts, constitutional claims, prisoner litigation, tax-related suits, and other claims for money damages.

As of November 12, 2013, the Court of Claims is located in the Michigan Court of Appeals. Four Court of Appeals judges, including a chief judge, are assigned to the Court of Claims by the Michigan Supreme Court. Each Court of Claims case is heard by a single judge.

Judges:

• MHon. Michael J. Talbot (Court of Appeals District 1)
• Hon. Christopher M. Murray (Court of Appeals District 1)
• Hon. Cynthia D. Stephens (Court of Appeals District 1)
• Hon Stephen L. Borrello (Court of Appeals District 4)