Lost a loved one to negligence in Birmingham, MI? Ajrouch Law handles wrongful death claims with compassion and resolve. Serving Birmingham. Based in Southfield.
Fatal car, truck, and motorcycle accidents
Deaths caused by drunk or distracted drivers
Fatal pedestrian accidents
Deaths from unsafe property conditions
Other fatal incidents caused by negligence
Wrongful death claims in Michigan are subject to strict deadlines that can depend on the underlying cause of death. Contacting an attorney early helps protect the claim.
Because deadlines vary by claim type and some notice requirements come due much sooner than the general filing deadline, speak with an attorney as soon as possible after your injury.
Michigan wrongful death claims are brought through the personal representative of the deceased’s estate, on behalf of eligible family members such as a spouse, children, and parents. We help families establish the proper representative and guide them through each step, including the time limits that apply.
These cases require careful, sensitive investigation. We gather accident reports, medical records, and witness statements, and we work with experts where needed to establish how the death occurred and who is responsible. Acting promptly matters, because evidence can disappear.
Ajrouch Law is based in Southfield, minutes from Birmingham, at 24370 Northwestern Highway, near the Adams Road and Woodward Avenue interchange. Being located in the city means we represent injured Birmingham residents as neighbors and handle local cases in the courts we work in regularly.
Birmingham sits at the crossing of Woodward Avenue, Adams Road (Adams Road Freeway), Telegraph Road (Telegraph Road), and Maple Road (the Birmingham Freeway), and is one of Metro Detroit’s largest employment centers. Smaller matters are heard in the 48th District Court, with larger injury claims going to the Oakland County Circuit Court in Pontiac.
Insurers look for any reason to reduce or deny what they pay. Avoid these common missteps:
- Delaying the claim while evidence is still available
- Accepting an early offer before the full loss is understood
- Letting insurers discourage the family from seeking counsel
- Failing to appoint a personal representative promptly
Throughout the process we keep you informed and make sure the major decisions are yours to make, with our guidance.
Free Consultation
We review what happened, explain your options, and answer your questions at no cost.
Investigation
We gather evidence, records, photos, and witness statements to build your case.
Treatment & Documentation
We track your medical care and document the full impact your injuries have had on your life.
Demand & Negotiation
We present a fully documented demand package and negotiate aggressively with the insurance company.
Litigation if Needed
If the insurer refuses to be reasonable, we are fully prepared to file suit and take your case to trial.
Michigan’s wrongful death law allows eligible family members to recover for the financial and personal losses caused by a death.
Which may include
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Lost financial support and benefits the deceased would have provided
- Loss of the companionship, guidance, and society of the loved one
- Medical expenses incurred before death
- Conscious pain and suffering of the deceased before death, where applicable
Ajrouch Law helps Birmingham clients with more than one type of case. Explore our other local services:
Personal Injury
Holding Negligent Parties Fully Accountable
Car Accident
Crashes on Birmingham's freeways and surface streets.
Wrongful Death
Claims for families who lost a loved one to negligence.
Slip and Fall
Premises liability against negligent property owners.
Dog Bite
Strict-liability claims for dog attack victims.
Traffic & Misdemeanor
Protecting your record from tickets and charges.
We represent wrongful death lawyer clients in communities near Birmingham. As those city pages launch, each links to the matching local service page:
Who can file a wrongful death claim after a loss in Birmingham?
Michigan law requires the claim to be brought by the personal representative of the estate, for eligible relatives such as a spouse, children, and parents. We help your family establish the representative.
Our loss came from a crash on Woodward. How is that handled?
Fatal crashes on the busy Woodward corridor require careful investigation. We secure agency reports and any downtown surveillance, reconstruct what happened where needed, and pursue every responsible party.
What can our family recover?
Medical and funeral costs, lost financial support, and the loss of the companionship and guidance the deceased provided. Where higher coverage applies, the available recovery may be greater.
What does it cost to pursue a claim?
Nothing upfront. We handle wrongful death claims on contingency, so your family owes no attorney fee unless we recover compensation.
How long do we have to act?
Wrongful death deadlines in Michigan are strict and can depend on the cause of death. Because evidence fades, contacting an attorney soon after the loss is important.
Wrongful Death Claims in Birmingham
When a Birmingham family loses a loved one to someone else\u2019s negligence, on Woodward or Adams, on unsafe property, or through other careless acts, Michigan law allows the family to pursue a wrongful death claim for their losses.
These claims are brought through the personal representative of the deceased\u2019s estate, on behalf of eligible family members such as a spouse, children, and parents. We help families establish the proper representative and identify everyone entitled to recover.
Wrongful death cases require careful, sensitive investigation. We gather reports, records, and witness statements and work with experts to establish how the death occurred and who is responsible, while the family is given room to grieve.
Wrongful death claims involving Birmingham are filed in Oakland County Circuit Court in Pontiac and carry strict, cause-dependent deadlines. Because evidence fades, contacting an attorney promptly is important.
Ajrouch Law is based in nearby Southfield and represents grieving families throughout Birmingham and the surrounding Oakland County communities.
Serving Birmingham and the Surrounding Community
We handle the legal process so your family can grieve, while we pursue justice and full compensation. We represent families throughout Birmingham and neighboring communities.
Wrongful Death Claims in the Birmingham Community
Many Birmingham wrongful death claims arise from the hazards of its busy corridors, fatal crashes on Woodward and Adams, pedestrian deaths in the downtown district, and deaths caused by unsafe property conditions. In a close, affluent community, these losses are deeply felt, and the legal process can feel overwhelming on top of grief.
We carry that burden for the family. As the personal representative pursues the claim on behalf of eligible relatives, we handle the investigation, the agencies, and the insurers, gathering reports and records and working with experts to establish responsibility, including identifying any higher-limit coverage that applies. Our role is to pursue full accountability while the family is given room to grieve.
If you were injured in Birmingham or anywhere in Oakland County, contact Ajrouch Law for a free, no-obligation consultation. Our office is nearby in Southfield. Call (248) 598-7878 or request your free evaluation online. You pay nothing unless we win.
- Call (248) 598-7878
- Call (248) 598-1245
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- 24370 Northwestern Hwy, Ste 310, Southfield, MI 48075
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