Citizens Insurance Co. of America v. Tuttle

This is another case of first impression under Michigan no-fault insurance law and, in particular, MCL 500.3135; MSA 24.13135. The question posed is the interpretation to be given to the phrase "tort liability arising from the ownership, maintenance or use within this state of a motor vehicle * * * is abolished”, in the light of the peculiar fact situation presented in the instant case.

Plaintiff Edgar Schaedig was driving a tractor *765and trailer owned by Zaiger Beverage Company on US Highway 2 in Schoolcraft County when he collided with defendant’s cow, which was running at large on the…