No amount of money can replace a loved one, but a wrongful death claim can provide financial security and a measure of accountability when a death results from another's negligence — a fatal crash, medical error, defective product, or unsafe property. Under Michigan's Wrongful Death Act, the personal representative of the estate brings the claim on behalf of eligible survivors, who may recover for financial support, loss of companionship, and the conscious pain and suffering of the deceased. These cases are emotionally and legally complex and are subject to specific deadlines.
What You Should Know
No fee unless you win
Network attorneys work on contingency — you pay nothing unless they recover for you.
Three-year deadline
Most Michigan personal injury claims must be filed within three years under MCL 600.5805.
Comparative fault
Your recovery is reduced by your share of fault, and over 50% fault bars noneconomic damages.
Act quickly
Evidence fades and deadlines are strict — early action protects your claim.
Common Causes of Wrongful Death Injuries
Many of these cases arise from preventable negligence. Common contributing factors include:
- Fatal motor vehicle and truck crashes
- Medical malpractice
- Defective and dangerous products
- Workplace and construction accidents
- Negligent or unsafe premises
- Drunk and impaired driving
- Pedestrian and motorcycle fatalities
- Nursing home neglect
Compensation You May Be Entitled To
Depending on the facts of your case, you may be able to recover compensation for:
- Loss of financial support
- Loss of companionship and society
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Medical bills before death
- Conscious pain and suffering of the deceased
- Survivors' emotional losses
Every case is different. The best way to understand your rights and options under Michigan law is a free, confidential review with an experienced attorney. Call 973-566-5599 any time.
Why Choose Injury Claim Team
Injury Claim Team is a free service that connects injured people across Michigan with experienced, vetted personal injury attorneys. We are not a law firm — we are your fast, no-cost path to the right advocate. There is never any fee to use our service, and the attorneys we connect you with work on contingency. You focus on healing; they handle the insurers and the legal fight.
Frequently Asked Questions
Nothing upfront. Our network attorneys work on contingency, so you pay no attorney fee unless they recover compensation for you. The case review is always free and confidential.
Michigan's general personal injury statute of limitations is three years from the date of injury (MCL 600.5805). Auto No-Fault benefits follow the one-year-back rule, and claims against government entities may have much shorter notice deadlines. Contact an attorney promptly.
It depends on the severity of your injuries, your medical costs and future care, lost income, the degree of fault, and available insurance. A free case review is the best way to understand the potential value of your specific claim.