Michigan § 600.1721 - Payment of damages; effect.
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§ 600.1721. Payment of damages; effect.
If the alleged misconduct has caused an actual loss or injury to any person the court shall order the defendant to pay such person a sufficient sum to indemnify him, in addition to the other penalties which are imposed upon the defendant. The payment and acceptance of this sum is an absolute bar to any action by the aggrieved party to recover damages for the loss or injury.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 600.1721
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 600.1721 cover?
Section 600.1721 ("Payment of damages; effect.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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Is this the official text of Michigan law?
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