Pennsylvania Wrongful Death Settlement Calculator

Pennsylvania follows Modified comparative (51%) negligence rules. Unique choice no-fault system — plaintiffs can elect full tort or limited tort coverage when insuring. Full tort election preserves all claims; limited tort restricts non-economic claims. This means your settlement may be lower than the national average for similar cases.

In Pennsylvania, you generally have 2 years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. Missing this deadline can permanently bar your claim. Government entity claims may have shorter deadlines — sometimes as little as 6 months. Contact an attorney as soon as possible.

Wrongful death settlements vary enormously. A working parent supporting young children may generate a claim worth $1–5M+ in lost future income alone. Settlements for elderly or non-working victims focus more on loss of companionship (amounts vary by state). The circumstances of death (drunk driver, defective product, medical negligence) also affect value.

Eligible claimants vary by state but typically include spouses, children, and parents. Some states allow siblings or other dependents. In most states, the claim is filed by the personal representative of the estate on behalf of all surviving family members.

Economic damages: funeral/burial expenses, lost future income and benefits, loss of household services, medical bills from the final injury. Non-economic damages: loss of companionship, guidance, and affection. Some states allow punitive damages for egregious conduct like drunk driving.