Flood Law

05/29/2026

Karen Read was found not guilty in her criminal trial. So how is she still facing a lawsuit?

As Senior Attorney Maura Battersby explains, it comes down to burden of proof. The gap between criminal and civil court standards means Read could still be held civilly liable for John O'Keefe's death, even after her acquittal.

05/28/2026

As DNA technology continues to evolve, cold cases that once seemed impossible to solve are finally getting answers. Senior Attorney David Champine discusses how advancements in forensic DNA testing are helping uncover the truth, deliver long-overdue accountability, and reshape investigations years, or even decades, after crimes were committed.

05/27/2026

Dog days at the office. 🐾

Say hello to Birdie, associate attorney Katie's pup and honorary team member at Flood Law! She made her rounds, boosted morale and we're pretty sure she passed the bar. 🐶

05/26/2026

MEET THE TEAM: Help us give a warm welcome to our newest associate attorney, Kyle Hesson!

Kyle is focused on supporting medical malpractice cases, work that demands precision, persistence and a deep understanding of how devastating preventable harm can be.

Most recently, he served as an associate attorney at Jefferson Law Center, following more than two years as a law clerk where he focused on medical malpractice and elder neglect matters. He earned his law degree from Michigan State University College of Law and his Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Michigan.

If you or your loved ones need have been harmed by institutions entrusted to provide care, Kyle is here for you when it matters most.

05/21/2026

In this month’s episode of WJR Radio’s Behind the Bench, Todd Flood and Maura Battersby hosted Victoria King, Carmen Defranco, Justice Noah Hood, Panos Papadakos and Lauren Smiley to discuss a question that every industry is asking: How is AI going to affect our profession?

From how AI is already changing the way attorneys work, to what Todd’s guests would tell a young lawyer walking into the profession today, the episode is a masterclass in where the legal world is headed.

Podcast Episode · Behind the Bench with Todd Flood · May 21 · 38m

05/21/2026

The next generation of legal talent starts here.

Please join us in welcoming our Summer 2026 interns to Flood Law: Gavin Corcoran, Nate Guinta, Elise Kemp, Jaime McArthur, Panos Papadakos, Samanta Popovski, Alexis Rillema, Conor Shannon, Lauren Smiley, Joseph Test and Craig Woodward.

Representing the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, University of Michigan, Loyola University Chicago, The University of Toledo, Wayne State University, Texas A&M University, and University of Kentucky, this talented group is ready to learn, grow and get to work.

05/20/2026

Flood Law is investigating the recent deaths of two women at Women’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility as part of our ongoing civil rights litigation on behalf of more than 900 women who are or were incarcerated there.

Senior Attorney Maura Battersby joined Charlie Langton on FOX 2 Detroit to discuss claims of inadequate medical care, systemic mistreatment, and the long overdue need for transparency and accountability for the women still inside and the families demanding answers.

05/19/2026

Elon Musk sued OpenAI and lost, but the outcome was already set before the verdict came in. Musk waited five years to file suit, and the law only gave him two. That statute of limitations issue was the fatal flaw that ended his claims before they could even be argued.

Todd Flood joined WJR Radio’s All Talk to break down what actually happened in court, why the timing of Musk’s lawsuit mattered more than the substance of it and what any future plaintiff would be up against if they tried to bring this case again.

05/18/2026

When a child speaks up about sexual assault or harassment, it's an act of courage. They deserve adults who can act with clarity.

Senior Attorney David Champine breaks down exactly what parents need to do in the first 24 hours after their child discloses an assault: how to listen without leading, what evidence to preserve, and why retaining an attorney early matters before institutions and their legal teams take control.

05/15/2026

MEET THE TEAM: Tori Conklin is building her legal career where advocacy and service intersect. As a law clerk at Flood Law, Tori supports our attorneys across active cases. She brings a sharp academic foundation grounded in rigorous training at the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law.

She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Albion College, where she served as President of Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Fraternity and participated in the Gerald R. Ford Institute for Public Service. She also completed international law studies at Webster Geneva Campus, further strengthening her global legal perspective.

Beyond the office, Tori serves as a Court Appointed Special Advocate with Wayne County CASA, giving a voice to children navigating some of the most difficult moments of their lives. She also volunteers with Grosse Pointe Animal Adoption Service.

05/14/2026

The new Flood Law website is live!

From our areas of expertise to the latest cases making headlines across Michigan, everything you need to know about our firm and how we fight for our clients is in one place.

Visit floodlaw.com and take a look around. When it matters most, we are here.

Through disciplined litigation, strategic advocacy, and decades of courtroom experience, our Detroit personal injury attorneys pursue accountability and meaningful outcomes for every client we represent.