Michigan Supreme Court Justice Richard Bernstein takes leave for mental health treatment

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan Supreme Courtroom Justice Richard H. Bernstein introduced he could be taking a short-term go away for psychological well being remedy exterior of the state.

Bernstein introduced the information on Tuesday, saying he is not going to be becoming a member of the remainder of the court docket for its Oral Argument particular session in Cheboygan later this month.

“The belief and confidence that the individuals of the state of Michigan place in me to serve on this position means a lot to me,” acknowledged Bernstein. “On the identical time, I respect the chance to quickly step out of the courtroom to deal with my psychological well being. Throughout this time, I’ll proceed working remotely on all energetic circumstances. I encourage everybody who struggles to hunt the assistance they want.”

The Michigan Supreme Courtroom Justice started his 8-year time period in Jan. 2015. He’s the primary blind Justice within the state and was a identified advocate for disabled rights earlier than becoming a member of the Supreme Courtroom.

The Justice has served on the Wayne State College Board of Governors and was an adjunct professor throughout the political science division on the College of Michigan. A graduate of the College of Michigan and a doctorate alum from the Northwestern College Faculty of Garden. Bernstein served as an lawyer within the public service division for The Sam Bernstein Regulation Agency in Farmington Hills earlier than turning into a Justice.

“The Courtroom asks the individuals of Michigan to affix them in supporting Justice Bernstein and respecting his privateness, as he prioritizes his well-being. We stay up for him rejoining the Courtroom in particular person within the coming weeks,” Chief Justice Elizabeth T. Clement mentioned in a press release.