Losing a loved one in a trucking accident is a devastating experience that can be emotionally and financially overwhelming for those left behind. But you don’t need to deal with this tragedy alone.

For more than 40 years, the truck accident wrongful death lawyers at Muth Law, P.C., have helped families who lost loved ones. With decades of experience, we have the skill, resources, and expertise to obtain the results you need and the record of success to prove it.

Seeking Compensation in a Truck Accident Wrongful Death Claim

Michigan is one of the busiest trucking states in the country. Unfortunately, this also means Michigan has one of the highest rates of truck accident deaths.

If you lost a loved one in a truck accident, the wrongful death lawyers at Muth Law can help. We can analyze your situation and work to obtain the compensation your family deserves.

Under Michigan’s wrongful death statute, the family of the deceased person can file a lawsuit seeking compensation for the loss of a loved one. If you lost a loved one in a truck accident, your family may be entitled to compensation for:

• Funeral, burial, or cremation expenses
• Loss of your family member’s financial contributions
• Loss of your family member’s society and companionship
• Loss of potential inheritance
• Mental anguish

While no amount of money will make up for your loss, the compensation you receive in a trucking accident wrongful death claim can help your family pay for medical bills and funeral expenses and replace lost income when a loved one dies.

Who Can Recover Under Michigan’s Wrongful Death Statute

Michigan’s wrongful death statute identifies the following family members who are entitled to recover compensation in a wrongful death lawsuit:

• Spouse;
• Children and step-children;
• Parents and grandparents;
• Brothers and sisters;
• Descendants;
• People who would inherit from the deceased person’s estate.

A wrongful death lawsuit is filed by the personal representative of the deceased family member’s estate. Claims for wrongful death are often accompanied by additional claims for negligence.

The Statute of Limitations in a Michigan Truck Accident Wrongful Death Claim

The statute of limitations sets the amount of time you have to file your claim in court. However, Michigan’s wrongful death statute does not specify a statute of limitations. Therefore, the period for filing a Michigan wrongful death lawsuit is set by the underlying claims. In most cases, the Michigan wrongful death statute of limitations is three years from the date of the negligence that causes death. If you wish to file a claim for wrongful death, you must file your lawsuit within this timeframe. Otherwise, your case could be dismissed as being time-barred.

How Muth Law’s Michigan Truck Accident Wrongful Death Lawyers Can Help

Navigating a truck accident wrongful death claim is complicated and can be overwhelming for those dealing with grief over the loss of a loved one. The truck accident wrongful death lawyers at Muth Law are dedicated to helping families deal with the loss of a loved one. We are caring and compassionate advocates who will help you through this painful and confusing process.

When you work with Muth Law, we will:

• Analyze your claim to identify all of the negligent parties
• Notify the defendants of their obligation to preserve evidence related to the crash
• Analyze the vehicles and other evidence to identify the causes of the collision
• Request evidence from the trucking company, including driver’s logs, maintenance information, and black box data to prove the truck driver was at fault

• Identify and interview witnesses, including other drivers and people who were involved in loading freight, maintaining the vehicle, or who could have contributed to the cause of the crash
• Work with accident reconstructionists and other experts to identify the causes of the collision

Act Now to Seek Justice: Contact Muth Law Today

When a truck accident causes the death of a loved one, you must act quickly to seek justice for your family. The truck accident wrongful death lawyers at Muth Law can help. We will work to obtain the compensation your family deserves and to seek justice for your family and the loved one you lost.

Our lawyers have decades of experience negotiating with insurance companies on behalf of the families of truck accident victims and fighting insurance companies in court. To put our expertise to work for you, call 734-481-8800 or contact us today to schedule an appointment to discuss your situation and how we can help.