Losing a loved one to another person's negligence is a loss no family should face. While no claim can undo that loss, Michigan law gives families a way to seek justice and the financial security their loved one would have provided. Our Brighton wrongful death attorneys have guided grieving families for more than 45 years. Brighton sits at the busy US-23 and I-96 interchange in Livingston County, where heavy commuter and commercial traffic, lake-season congestion around the Mill Pond and Brighton State Recreation Area, and fast-moving highway ramps combine to cause serious crashes.
Michigan's Wrongful Death Act
Under Michigan's Wrongful Death Act (MCL 600.2922), a claim may be brought when a death is caused by a wrongful act, neglect, or fault — essentially any situation where the deceased could have filed a personal injury claim had they survived. The lawsuit is filed by the personal representative of the estate, and damages are distributed among eligible family members, including a spouse, children, parents, grandparents, and siblings.
Common Causes of Wrongful Death in Brighton
The fatal cases we handle arise from motor vehicle and truck crashes along US-23, I-96, Grand River Avenue, Old US-23, and Lee Road, workplace and construction accidents, medical negligence, dangerous property conditions, defective products, and nursing home neglect.
Compensation Available to Families
Michigan law allows recovery for medical, hospital, funeral, and burial expenses; the conscious pain and suffering the deceased endured before death; lost financial support and lost inheritance; and the loss of society and companionship — the irreplaceable relationship your family has lost. We work with economists and life-care experts to document the full measure of your family's loss.
Why Choose Logeman & Iafrate
We are not a high-volume settlement mill. We take cases other firms turn down and prepare every case for trial, and insurance companies know it. Our verdicts and settlements in fatal cases include a $5.1 million verdict for a woman killed when she was struck by a semi truck and a $1,457,500 recovery for a woman killed when a semi truck left the road. We offer free consultations and work on a contingency-fee basis — no fee unless we win.
Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Each case is decided on its own facts.
Lost a Loved One in Brighton?
At Logeman & Iafrate, P.C., we provide compassionate guidance during the most difficult time of a family's life while fighting for the accountability your loved one deserves. Contact us for a free, no-obligation consultation. Call us at (734) 994-0200 or fill out our online contact form to schedule your free consultation. We take cases on a contingency-fee basis — no fee unless we win.
Frequently Asked Questions: Wrongful Death in Brighton, MI
Who can file a wrongful death lawsuit in Michigan?
Only the personal representative of the deceased's estate can file the lawsuit, but damages are distributed among eligible family members such as the spouse, children, parents, grandparents, and siblings. If no estate has been opened, one can be established to pursue the claim.
How long do we have to file a wrongful death claim?
Generally three years from the date of death, though some cases involve different deadlines. Because evidence fades over time, we recommend contacting an attorney as soon as possible.
Are there damage caps in Michigan wrongful death cases?
Most wrongful death claims, such as those from auto accidents, are not capped. Wrongful death arising from medical malpractice is subject to Michigan's non-economic damage caps, which are adjusted annually.
What does it cost to hire a wrongful death attorney?
We handle these cases on a contingency-fee basis — no fee unless we recover compensation for your family — so grieving families can pursue justice without upfront cost.
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