When a Child Is Injured in Michigan: Special Rules and Protections
Claims involving injured children follow different timelines and require court oversight of any settlement.
Extended Deadlines for Minors
Michigan tolls, or pauses, certain deadlines for minors, recognizing that a child cannot bring a claim on their own. The specifics depend on the type of claim.
Court Approval of Settlements
Settlements for injured children typically require court approval to ensure the amount is fair and the funds are protected for the child's benefit.
Acting on Your Child's Behalf
A parent or guardian generally pursues the claim for a minor. Michigan's general personal injury statute of limitations is three years from the date of injury under MCL 600.5805. Even with extended deadlines, early evidence preservation is important.
How Injury Claim Team Can Help
Injury Claim Team is a free service — not a law firm — that connects injured people across Michigan with experienced, vetted personal injury attorneys. There is never a fee to use our service, and the attorneys we connect you with work on contingency, so you pay no attorney fee unless they recover compensation for you.
If you have questions about a Michigan child injury claim, a specialist is available 24 hours a day to review your situation and connect you with the right Michigan attorney — usually within the hour. Call 973-566-5599 for your free, confidential case review.
This article is general information about Michigan law, not legal advice for your specific situation. For guidance on your case, talk to a qualified attorney. Injury Claim Team can connect you with one at no cost — call 973-566-5599.