Renny v. Department of Transportation

In this case arising from a slip and fall incident, plaintiffs Karen Renny and Charles Renny appeal as of right the Court of Claims order granting defendant Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) summary disposition pursuant to MCR 2.116(C)(7) and (C)(8). On appeal, the Rennys argue that the trial court erred in finding that they failed to state a claim within the “public building” exception to governmental immunity. We reverse and remand.

I. BASIC FACTS AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY

On January 8, 2000, the Rennys stopped at a roadside rest area located in Roscommon County, Michigan. There is no…