Posted On 11, February 2025
Who can file a Michigan lawsuit when negligence causes a relative’s death?
In Michigan, the spouse, children, or parents of the deceased are typically given priority in serving as the personal representative of the estate. If there is a dispute between family members about who should serve in this capacity, then the court will look to the statute and other factors to decide whom to appoint in that role. The person who sues for the wrongful death may recover monetary damages from the party responsible for the death.
