Michigan Wrongful Death Attorney

A wrongful death case is filed when negligence — most often a motor vehicle collision, but also other forms of preventable harm — causes the death of a Michigan resident. Under the Michigan Wrongful Death Act (MCL 600.2922), the action is brought by the personal representative of the decedent's estate on behalf of the surviving family.

Recoverable damages can include the decedent's pre-death pain and suffering, loss of financial support, loss of companionship and society, and reasonable funeral and burial expenses. The damages picture is profoundly fact-specific, and the procedural rules around appointment of personal representative, notice to beneficiaries, and court approval of any settlement are strict.

Haque Legal handles Michigan wrongful death matters with the care and discretion these files require. Free, confidential consultations.