A wrongful death lawsuit can be filed by relatives of the person killed in the accident.  A probate estate must be opened and a personal represented, usually a family member, is appointed.  After this is done, the personal representative can hire a lawyer to file the lawsuit.

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Who can file a Michigan wrongful death lawsuit relating to a fatal car accident in Detroit?

A: A wrongful death lawsuit can be filed by relatives of the person killed in the accident.  A probate estate must be opened and a personal represented, usually a family member, is appointed.  After this is done, the personal representative can hire a lawyer to file the lawsuit.


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