Lindsey v. Raymond

This case arises out of an automobile accident which occurred on November 6, 1963. The complaint in this action was filed on September 30, 1966, with service being perfected on October 4, 1966. On November 17, 1966, a praecipe for causes ready for trial was filed. On January 8, 1968, an order was entered dismissing the cause as no progress had been made for a period of one year.

At the time this action was dismissed the Wayne County Circuit Court Rules made the following provisions for reinstatement of causes dismissed for no progress:

“Rule 17.7 Fee for Reinstatement.

“If an action is…