Lost a loved one to negligence in Southfield, MI? Ajrouch Law handles wrongful death claims with compassion and resolve. 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 at 24370 Northwestern Highway, near the M-10 and I-696 interchange. Being located in the city means we represent injured Southfield residents as neighbors and handle local cases in the courts we work in regularly.
Southfield sits at the crossing of I-696, M-10 (the Lodge Freeway), US-24 (Telegraph Road), and M-39 (the Southfield Freeway), and is one of Metro Detroit’s largest employment centers. Smaller matters are heard in the 46th District Court on Evergreen Road, 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.
Recoverable Damages in a Wrongful Death Case
- 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 Southfield clients with more than one type of case. Explore our other local services:
Personal Injury
Holding Negligent Parties Fully Accountable
Car Accident
Crashes on Southfield'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 Southfield. As those city pages launch, each links to the matching local service page:
Who can file a wrongful death lawsuit in Michigan?
The claim is filed by the personal representative of the deceased's estate, for eligible family members such as a spouse, children, and parents. We help your family establish the proper representative.
How long do we have to file?
Wrongful death claims carry strict deadlines that can depend on the cause of death. Because evidence fades, contact an attorney as soon as possible.
What does it cost?
We handle wrongful death claims on contingency. Your family pays no upfront cost and no attorney fee unless we recover compensation.
Will we have to go to court?
Many claims resolve through negotiation, but we prepare each case for trial and are ready to litigate if the responsible party won't be fair.
What if the death was partly our family member's fault?
Michigan's comparative fault rules can affect a recovery but don't automatically bar a claim. We evaluate the facts and explain how fault may apply.
If you were injured in Southfield or anywhere in Oakland County, contact Ajrouch Law for a free, no-obligation consultation. Our office is right here 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
- ALI@AJROUCHLAW.COM
- 24370 Northwestern Hwy, Ste 310, Southfield, MI 48075
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