Wrongful Death

Wrongful Death in Tennessee

Losing a loved one in a preventable accident is devastating, and Tennessee law allows certain family members to bring a wrongful death claim seeking accountability and support.

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Your deadline

1 year

ONLY 1 YEAR for personal injury — among the shortest in the nation. Wrongful death 1 year.

How fault works

Modified comparative negligence, 50% bar

A wrongful death claim lets surviving family pursue compensation when another party's negligence caused the loss. Tennessee's at-fault system applies, and its modified comparative negligence rule with a 50% bar can affect recovery based on the shares of fault involved. In Tennessee, the deadline to bring a wrongful death claim is generally one year — among the shortest in the country — which can feel impossibly soon while grieving. There is no pressure to make decisions alone. When you are ready, FaultFreeClaims can connect you with an independent, licensed Tennessee attorney who approaches these sensitive cases with care.

What a connected attorney can do

Investigate what happened and identify who is responsible
Deal with the insurance companies so you don't have to
Track the 1 year filing deadline so you never miss it
Pursue the compensation you're actually owed

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Frequently asked questions

Who can bring a wrongful death claim in Tennessee?

Tennessee generally allows a surviving spouse, children, or certain other close family or representatives to bring a claim. An independent attorney can explain who has the right to file in your situation.

How long do we have to bring a wrongful death claim in Tennessee?

The deadline is generally one year, one of the shortest in the nation. Because that window is so short, connecting with an attorney early — whenever you feel ready — helps preserve the family's options.

Can I recover if the accident was partly my fault?

Tennessee follows this rule: Modified comparative negligence, 50% bar. Because the answer depends on the details, it's worth talking to an attorney who knows Tennessee law before assuming you have no case.

Does it cost anything to get connected?

No. Getting connected with an attorney through FaultFreeClaims is free and comes with no obligation. We are not a law firm — we connect you with independent, licensed attorneys.

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