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Wrongful Death Claim in Southfield, MI - Christensen Law

Grieving the loss of a loved one can feel unbearable. Finding closure is especially difficult when someone else is at fault for the accident, as the senseless loss of a loved one makes everything more difficult. Although it won’t completely ease your suffering, holding the liable party accountable for their actions can help the closure process. You can reach out to our wrongful death attorneys for help during this painful time.

A Southfield wrongful death lawyer with our firm can help you fight for the rightful compensation you and your family deserve. At Christensen Law, our attorneys will use their experience to guide you through the legal process and ensure you hold the liable parties accountable. We stick with you even if it means going to court. Call now for free information: 248-900-9000.

Receiving Justice in the Form of Wrongful Death Damages


Michigan allows designated family members to file legal action for compensation on behalf of their deceased family members. You may have medical bills and funeral expenses to pay after your loved one’s death, and your family should receive compensation for how your loss affects your life.

Eligible wrongful death compensation includes:

  • Medical bills related to your loved one’s treatment and end-of-life care
  • Lost income the deceased would have provided your family
  • Pain and suffering the deceased and your family experienced
  • Loss of parental or spousal support and guidance
  • Expenses to honor their final wishes for funeral and burial or cremation

Like personal injury damages, your family’s specific needs dictate wrongful death compensation. In our initial free consultation and continuing conversations with you, we will figure out a fair financial recovery to help with many of your expenses and losses.

Pursuing a Wrongful Death Insurance Case

In some cases, your insurance coverage or the liable party’s policy could compensate for your loved one’s passing. For example, homeowners, businesses, or car insurance could cover your losses if your family member suffered a fatal slip and fall accident on someone’s property or in a fatal car accident.

However, some cases may go to court in a lawsuit. If we can settle with the other party outside of court, we will do so. However, we are ready to represent your family in court to fight for fair compensation. We approach every case as though it’s going to court, so we are always prepared for any scenario. Your needs and best interests are in the forefront of our lawyers’ minds, so please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Our Wrongful Death Attorneys Combine Empathy and Experience


One of our firm’s foundational values is compassion. We understand you and your loved ones are grieving, and we know how draining it is dealing with money-minded insurance companies. Instead of going up against the other party, let our lawyers step in and handle the impossible. Our job is not just to file your paperwork and get a result—our job is to honor your family member’s life and fight to give them a voice.

We promise that if you hire us, we will:

  • Get to know you personally to better represent you
  • Remain available at any time to assess your case
  • Investigate the accident and explore all possibilities for compensation
  • Pursue damages that match all your family’s losses
  • Not only file claims and court documents, but also ensure you understand them
  • Protect you from pressure from insurance companies and liable parties
  • Refuse to shy away from going to trial for your compensation

Our History and Results

Christensen Law has supported clients like you since 1991. With our decades of experience, we have recovered record-setting compensation for clients, with some cases providing multimillion-dollar awards and settlements. We know how catastrophic injuries can be to victims and their families, and we have made it our mission to fight for Michiganders during difficult times.

We have recovered damages for wrongful death cases ranging from workplace accidents to motor vehicle collisions, and we want to see how we can help you today.

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Southfield, MI?


Michigan allows select relatives of the deceased to file wrongful death lawsuits. This is for control purposes to keep the courts from being overcrowded and to make sure all wrongful death claims plaintiffs file are genuine.

The relatives who can file a wrongful death lawsuit according to Michigan Compiled Laws § 600.2922 include the decedent’s:

  • Spouse
  • Children
  • Parents
  • Grandparents
  • Siblings
  • Stepchildren
  • People listed in the will of the deceased individual

This list of relatives for Michigan is longer than some states allow, but it’s still short enough that distant relatives and friends cannot file wrongful death lawsuits to obtain compensation.

Time Limits for Filing Wrongful Death Suits

When filing a wrongful death lawsuit, a statute of limitations is in place. According to Michigan Compiled Laws § 600.5805, plaintiffs must file a lawsuit within three years of the decedent’s death date. Otherwise, the court will award no compensation.

Our team can assist you and your family in understanding who can file and how long you have. Because starting a case requires untangling these matters, don’t wait to begin the process.

Common Causes of Wrongful Death Our Lawyers Can Investigate


Wrongful death can occur in any catastrophic accident, with car accidents being one of the most common causes. To prove that wrongful death took place in a fatal accident, the liable party must have acted negligently in some way.

Aside from car accidents, other common causes of wrongful death include:

  • Pedestrian or bicycle accidents
  • Truck accidents
  • Motorcycle accidents
  • Work-related accidents
  • Slip-and-fall accidents
  • Product defects
  • Nursing home negligence
  • Animal attacks

Our wrongful death attorneys can investigate the cause of your loved one’s fatal accident to gather evidence and determine who was at fault. Once fault is determined, our lawyers will be able to calculate your overall claim value.

We Explain the Law and Follow the Evidence

Given that wrongful death covers a wide variety of accidents, we help you understand the laws and procedures at play in your specific case.

For instance, in a fatal car accident, we can determine if the driver violated traffic laws by speeding or texting. As evidence, we can obtain police reports, traffic camera footage, or even cell phone activity. Premises liability cases can involve investigating previous complaints against the property owner. For medical negligence, expert witnesses can explain complicated procedures.

In other words, our fatal accident lawyers utilize every tool at our disposal to identify the carelessness that caused the accident, the parties involved, and the evidence needed to bolster our case for damages.

Consult a Wrongful Death Attorney in Southfield, MI


No one should have to experience the loss of a loved one because of someone else’s negligent or careless actions. Finding closure when justice hasn’t been served can feel impossible, which is why it’s important to hold the liable parties accountable. At Christensen Law, we want to help your grieving family find solace in your time of need by fighting on your behalf.

If you’re ready to hire a wrongful death claim lawyer in Southfield, MI, today and discuss the details of your claim, reach out for a free consultation by calling us at 248-900-9000 or filling out the contact form below.