Oliver v. National Gypsum Co.

Plaintiff Joanne Oliver brought this action against defendant National Gypsum Company, Cement Division, alleging a claim for the wrongful death of her husband, Thomas W. Oliver, under the Jones Act, 46 USC 688, and general maritime law. Following a hearing, the Wayne Circuit Court granted defendant’s motion for summary disposition, pursuant to MCR 2.116(C)(7) and (10), and entered an order dismissing plaintiffs complaint. Plaintiff appeals as of right. We affirm.

Plaintiffs decedent was employed by defendant from June 15, 1959, to November 2, 1981, as a crew member on defendant’s ships. On…