2024 Senate Bill 1159

Torts: wrongful death; damages; provide for recovery of lost future earning capacity.

A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” by amending section 2922 (MCL 600.2922), as amended by 2005 PA 270.

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The bill amends Michigan's wrongful death statute to clarify liability, define eligible claimants, and outline procedures for distributing damages, correcting a previous legal interpretation.

Introduced in the Senate

Nov. 26, 2024

Introduced by Sen. Jeff Irwin (D-15)

Referred to the Committee on Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety