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RECENT NEWS
  • David R. Draper named a "Top Lawyer" by DBusiness Magazine, a Detroit area publication with a focus on business and industry. Mr. Draper was selected as a "Top Lawyer" in the areas of business litigation, liquor licensing and entertainment law. DBusiness Magazine's Top Lawyer listings are based on a peer-review survey, which is voted upon by lawyers and members of the judiciary.
  • The Draper Law Firm successfully defends international auto supplier against breach of contract claims brought by a manufacturers representative in the amount of $48 million. After conducting extensive discovery and winning several key motions, the Draper Law Firm was able to settle the lawsuit for less than three percent of the original claim.
  • David R. Draper profiled by The Detroit Legal News. The article discusses Mr. Draper's legal interests and activities outside of the office, as well as the Firm's liquor licensing and criminal defense practices. Follow the link for the full article: http://www.legalnews.com/detroit/common/ShowFile.aspx?typ=editorial&FN=572620-1.html
  • The Draper Law Firm obtains a complete dismissal of all claims brought against its client in an ERISA benefits action. The plaintiff alleged improper siphoning of ERISA plan benefits, based on a breach of contract theory. After having the case removed to Federal Court, the Firm successfully argued a motion for summary judgment, resulting in the Court issuing an order dismissing all claims.
  • With its client facing a maximum penalty of over 15 years in prison, stemming from three separate assault charges, the Draper Law Firm successfully argued that the most serious charge should be dropped after conducting a preliminary examination.  On the heals of that victory, the Draper Law Firm was able to swiftly negotiate a final sentence of probation.
  • The Draper Law Firm represents and counsels a closely-held, Detroit-based business in an asset sale disposing of all of its business property and resulting in nearly one million dollars net gain to the business owner.
  • The Draper Law Firm successfully represents Detroit-area company that had various business permits revoked by the State of Michigan. The Draper Law Firm was able to have all licenses reinstated after discussions with various Michigan licensing officials and the Michigan Attorney General's Office.
  • The Draper Law Firm designated Giggle Sponsor for Comedy Night 2009 to Benefit Forgotten Harvest. Forgotten Harvest is the Nation's third largest food rescue organization, rescuing over 12 million pounds of food each year to feed the hungry.
  • Judgment for Costs upheld against Plaintiff who brought employment discrimination claim against a Draper Law Firm business client. Plaintiff will now have to repay costs of defending the lawsuit. The Draper Law Firm originally argued the claims to a jury which resulted in a complete victory for the business client.
  • David R. Draper interviewed regarding the legal implications of various security measures in liquor licensed establishments by leading industry publication.