Reviews for Wrongful Death Lawyers in Michigan | Olsman MacKenzie Peacock
Nothing prepares a family for the task of pursuing legal action in the aftermath of losing someone they love. Yet when a death results from another party’s negligence, recklessness, or misconduct, the civil justice system offers a path toward accountability and, for some families, a measure of closure. Choosing the right Michigan wrongful death attorney during that process is one of the most consequential decisions a grieving family will make.
The reviews gathered on this page come from Michigan families who turned to Olsman MacKenzie Peacock (OMP) following the wrongful death of someone they loved. These accounts describe what the process of pursuing a wrongful death claim actually looked like, from the first phone call through final resolution.
OMP has pursued justice on behalf of Michigan families in wrongful death cases arising from motor vehicle crashes, nursing home neglect, medical errors, dangerous premises, workplace accidents, and defective products. Our experienced wrongful death lawyers represent families affected by wrongful deaths on a contingency fee basis, meaning no attorney fees are owed unless and until a recovery is obtained.
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What Do Clients Say About Olsman MacKenzie Peacock After a Michigan Wrongful Death Case?
The following reviews were submitted by individuals and families who retained OMP following the wrongful death of a loved one. Each reflects a personal experience navigating grief, uncertainty, and legal complexity at the same time.
D.B. | Wrongful Death of a Fiancé | Google 5-Star Review
“I want everyone to know I am truly speaking from my heart about this law firm. I love them and what they did for my late fiancé. My son and I are grateful. I have to personally say that Emily and Callie are the truth. They are not only beautiful women but smart, on point, and going to go all the way and beyond for a client while making them feel welcome and loved. Because of how amazing these ladies work, I cannot stress how much they helped me get through a very difficult time and at the same time worked very hard to bring justice to us. Tears are not enough to express how much I adore these strong, amazing women. They became family and so much more. This firm is truly blessed to have Emily and Callie. I strongly suggest them to anyone. They made me feel wonderful, and I will be forever grateful.”
C.J.R. | Wrongful Death at Senior Care Facility | Yelp Review
“This lawsuit involved a wrongful death due to negligence at a senior care living establishment. The law firm of Olsman and MacKenzie took it all the way to the Michigan Supreme Court and won it!! It took a while but was worth it to know that this same type of thing will not happen to someone else. These senior living homes charge a fortune but are not really interested in providing the care or safety your loved one truly deserves, so buyer beware. Fantastic Job!! Thanks for an excellent job Donna MacKenzie and staff and for the commitment to never giving up!!
M.W. | Wrongful Death Case | Yelp Review
“I would highly recommend this law firm. Attorney, Jules Olsman, represented me during my late husband’s wrongful death lawsuit. The legal advice and support I received was always timely, professional and up-to-date. There were times I wanted to give up emotionally during the lengthy process, which I understand does take time, but I was always encouraged to keep going. Very thankful for the settlement and being at peace.
C.R. | Wrongful Death Case | Google 5-Star Review
“I would like to thank my lawyer Donna MacKenzie and her staff for handling my case. You guys did a superb job. My family was pleased with how everything turned out. Thank you.”
L.A. | Personal Injury Case | Google 5-Star Review
“I have not one negative word to say regarding Jules Olsman and this law firm. Jules was always available to answer my questions and set my mind at ease. He always had my best interest in mind and was always professional. I would definitely recommend Jules Olsman to anyone in need of a personal injury attorney. If I had to say one word to describe my experience with this law firm: AWESOME.”
How Do Client Reviews Help a Family Choose the Right Michigan Wrongful Death Attorney?
The decision to hire a wrongful death attorney is rarely made from a place of calm deliberation. Families are often in shock, fielding calls from insurance companies, arranging funerals, and trying to understand what legal rights even exist. In that state, reviews from people who have already been through the process carry significant weight.
Wrongful death cases at OMP span a wide range of causes, from fatal car crashes and nursing home neglect to medical errors and dangerous products. The cause of death shapes the legal theory, the evidence required, and the defendant a family will face. Reading reviews from clients who faced similar circumstances can help a family understand what to expect from a firm before committing to representation.
The qualities families most often describe in the most meaningful wrongful death reviews include:
- Immediate responsiveness. Did the firm act quickly to preserve evidence and investigate before critical records were lost or discarded?
- Sensitivity to grief. Did the attorneys and staff recognize that the client was a person in mourning, not simply a party to litigation?
- Accountability in the face of denial. When insurance companies, hospitals, or facilities denied responsibility, did the firm push back with force and preparation?
- Willingness to go to trial. Wrongful death defendants know which firms will accept a low offer rather than take a case to a jury. Did the firm demonstrate it was genuinely prepared to try the case if necessary?
- Clear communication throughout a long process. Wrongful death cases can take years to resolve. Did the attorney maintain consistent contact so the family never felt lost or forgotten?
As wrongful death attorneys who have represented Michigan residents for decades, we have pursued wrongful death cases through trial, through arbitration, and to appellate courts, including the Michigan Supreme Court. Reviews that describe the full arc of that process provide a more complete picture of what representation at OMP looks like.
What Types of Wrongful Death Cases Has Olsman MacKenzie Peacock Handled in Michigan?
Wrongful death is not a single category of case. It is a legal remedy that applies across a wide spectrum of circumstances. OMP has pursued wrongful death claims on behalf of Michigan families arising from causes that include each of the following areas.
Motor Vehicle Fatalities – Fatal crashes involving negligent drivers, drunk drivers, commercial trucks, and defective vehicles. These cases require early evidence preservation, including black box data, toxicology records, and eyewitness accounts.
Nursing Home and Elder Care Deaths – Deaths resulting from falls, medication errors, asphyxiation, wandering and elopement, pressure ulcers, and facility-wide neglect. OMP has handled these cases before Michigan courts and arbitration panels for decades.
Medical Malpractice Deaths – Deaths caused by surgical errors, failure to diagnose serious illness, anesthesia complications, and medication mistakes by physicians, hospitals, and clinics.
Child and Infant Deaths – Wrongful deaths of children in day care facilities, hospitals, and other institutional settings due to inadequate supervision, medical negligence, or failure to report harm.
Dangerous Premises and Products – Deaths caused by unsafe property conditions, defective consumer products, industrial equipment failures, and inadequate security.
Workplace Fatalities – Deaths arising from construction site accidents, unsafe working conditions, and employer or third-party negligence.
The following are examples of settlements obtained by OMP in wrongful death cases:
$4,750,000 – Settlement against a federally funded clinic for failure to diagnose and report child abuse and neglect, resulting in the wrongful death of a child.
$740,000 – Settlement for the wrongful death of a 4.5-month-old infant in a day care facility, caused by a lack of adequate supervision.
Additional wrongful death settlements obtained by OMP across other practice areas, including motor vehicle fatalities, nursing home deaths, and medical malpractice deaths, are listed on the firm’s Client Victories page. The full range of results reflects decades of wrongful death litigation across Michigan.
Past results are not a guarantee of future outcomes. Every case is different and results will depend on the specific facts and circumstances of each individual matter. The amounts above represent settlements reached on behalf of those specific clients.
To Discuss a Potential Wrongful Death Case, Call OMP: 1-800-366-8653
What Does Michigan Law Say About Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
Michigan wrongful death claims are governed by the Michigan Wrongful Death Act, MCL 600.2922. The law requires that the lawsuit be filed by the personal representative of the deceased person’s estate, not directly by surviving family members. This procedural requirement is one that families often do not anticipate and one that makes consulting a Michigan wrongful death attorney early especially important.
Under the Act, the following family members may be entitled to share in any recovery obtained through a wrongful death claim:
- The surviving spouse of the deceased
- Children and grandchildren of the deceased
- Parents and grandparents
- Siblings
- Any other person who is an heir of the deceased under Michigan intestate succession law
The distribution of any settlement or verdict among eligible family members must be approved by the court. We work with families to ensure that the claim is properly filed, that all eligible family members are identified, and that the distribution process is handled correctly from the beginning.
Michigan also imposes a three-year statute of limitations on wrongful death claims, measured from the date of death. In medical malpractice wrongful death cases, additional notice requirements apply. Contacting an attorney as early as possible preserves evidence, protects legal rights, and prevents procedural missteps that can be difficult or impossible to correct later.
What Should a Family Consider When Reading Wrongful Death Attorney Reviews in Michigan?
Not every law firm that handles personal injury cases also has meaningful experience in wrongful death litigation. Wrongful death cases carry unique legal requirements, involve a distinct set of damages, and demand a particular kind of sensitivity that not every firm is prepared to provide.
When reading reviews of Michigan wrongful death attorneys, a family benefits most from accounts that address:
- Whether the firm was willing and able to take the case on from the very beginning, including during the immediate aftermath of the loss when evidence is most vulnerable
- Whether the attorney understood the cause of death well enough to identify the right defendants and the right legal theory
- Whether the firm was prepared to face institutional defendants, including hospitals, nursing facilities, insurance carriers, and corporate employers, that will invest heavily in defending against the claim
- Whether the family felt that the firm treated their loved one’s life as something worth fighting for, not just as a dollar figure in a calculation
- Whether the attorneys communicated clearly about Michigan law, including who can file, what damages are recoverable, and how long the process is likely to take
Reviews that describe a specific wrongful death case and how the attorney handled difficult moments in the litigation, such as disputes with defense experts, contentious depositions, or settlement negotiations, provide more useful guidance than general praise. We invite every family we serve to share the full story of their experience.
Why Do Michigan Families Trust Olsman MacKenzie Peacock with Wrongful Death Cases?
The reviews on this page point to a consistent experience. Families describe an attorney team that answered the phone when they called, explained what was happening at each stage, and pursued accountability against defendants who had every incentive to walk away. For many of those families, pursuing a wrongful death case was also about something beyond financial recovery. It was about making sure what happened to their loved one was not allowed to happen to someone else.
That mission aligns with OMP’s own stated purpose. The firm has been practicing in Michigan since 1969, and our wrongful death attorneys have testified before lawmakers, lectured nationally, and pursued cases at every level of the Michigan court system, including before the Michigan Supreme Court, to establish and strengthen the rights of those harmed by negligence.
- Jules B. Olsman has appeared on the Michigan Super Lawyers list continuously since 2007.
- Donna M. MacKenzie has been recognized among the Top 50 Women Attorneys and Top 100 Attorneys in Michigan by Super Lawyers from 2014 through 2025, with recognition specifically noted for her work in wrongful death and personal injury litigation.
- Emily Peacock serves as Chair of the American Association for Justice Women Trial Lawyers Caucus for 2025 through 2026.
OMP represents families across Michigan, including in Detroit, Berkley, Lapeer, Battle Creek, and throughout the state. All wrongful death cases are handled on a contingency fee basis. No attorney fees are owed unless and until the firm obtains a recovery on a family’s behalf.
Contact Olsman MacKenzie Peacock Today
Free Wrongful Death Consultation | 1-800-366-8653
Berkley Office: 2684 West Eleven Mile, Berkley, Michigan 48072 | 248-591-2300
Lapeer Office: 350 North Court Street, Suite 209, Lapeer, Michigan 48446 | 810-667-9500
Battle Creek: 269-963-0375
The information on this page is provided for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Contacting OMP or submitting a contact form does not create an attorney-client relationship. Past results are not a guarantee of future outcomes.