Losing a loved one to negligence is devastating. Our free wrongful death calculator estimates the compensation your family may be entitled to based on your state's laws — then connects you with a wrongful death attorney for a free consultation.
Losing a loved one due to another’s negligence is devastating. Understanding your family’s legal rights is the first step toward justice and financial security.
Provide information about the deceased including age, annual income, dependents, and the circumstances of death. These factors directly determine the economic damages component of your claim.
Our calculator estimates both economic damages — lost future earnings, medical expenses, funeral costs — and non-economic damages for loss of companionship and consortium based on your state’s wrongful death laws.
A licensed wrongful death attorney in your state can evaluate your specific circumstances, identify all liable parties, and guide your family through the legal process with dignity and respect.
A wrongful death claim cannot bring back your loved one — but it can provide the financial support your family needs and hold responsible parties accountable.
Eligible survivors vary by state but typically include spouses, children, and dependent family members. Our resources explain who has standing to file in your specific state and what each survivor may recover.
Wrongful death claims cover funeral and burial expenses, lost future income and benefits, loss of household services, and non-economic damages for grief, loss of companionship, and loss of parental guidance.
Wrongful death statutes vary significantly by state — who can sue, what damages are available, caps on recovery, and how settlements are distributed among survivors all differ across jurisdictions.
A wrongful death civil claim is entirely separate from any criminal case. Even if the responsible party is not criminally charged or convicted, your family may still pursue civil compensation.
Wrongful death claims must be filed within a specific time period — typically 2 years from the date of death, though this varies by state and circumstance. Missing this deadline permanently bars your claim.
Wrongful death attorneys work on contingency. Your grieving family pays nothing upfront and nothing unless your case is successful. Legal representation is accessible regardless of your financial situation.
Understanding these figures helps families make informed decisions about pursuing justice for their loved ones.
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