Every state has a wrongful death statute, but who's allowed to file, what counts as recoverable damages, whether a cap applies, and how long you have to file all vary meaningfully by state — and the filing deadline is often different from the one that applies to an ordinary personal injury claim. Pick a state below for a real estimate, cited to the relevant law.
Each state page below identifies who can bring the claim under that state's wrongful death statute, what categories of damages are recoverable, whether a cap applies, and the specific filing deadline for a wrongful death claim in that state — distinct from the ordinary personal injury statute of limitations. Every legal figure is tied to a cited source — see our methodology for how we verify each one.
Every state page provides an estimate for general guidance only and is not legal advice. Figures are based on cited state statutes, verified per our methodology. Confirm what your specific claim is worth with a licensed attorney in your state before acting.