Nothing can undo the loss of a loved one. When a death is caused by another’s negligence or wrongful act, Idaho law allows surviving family members to pursue a wrongful death claim. Injury Claim Team connects grieving Idaho families with compassionate attorneys who handle these cases with care.
Who Can File in Idaho
Under Idaho law, the personal representative of the estate and certain heirs — typically the spouse, children, and other dependents — may bring a wrongful death claim. An attorney can explain exactly who is entitled to recover in your situation.
Damages Available
Idaho wrongful death claims can recover funeral and burial expenses, the deceased’s medical bills, lost financial support, and the loss of companionship, guidance, and care. Idaho’s noneconomic cap does not apply where death resulted from a felony, such as DUI.
The Two-Year Deadline
Wrongful death claims are generally subject to Idaho’s two-year statute of limitations. Acting promptly preserves evidence and protects the family’s right to recover.
Injured in Idaho? Get a free, confidential case review. You pay no fee unless you win. Call 973-566-5599 — a specialist will reach out within the hour.
Why Choose Injury Claim Team for Your Idaho Case
Injury Claim Team connects injured Idahoans with experienced personal injury attorneys who understand Idaho law and local courts. Idaho gives most injury victims two years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit (Idaho Code § 5-219). Idaho also follows a modified comparative negligence rule (Idaho Code § 6-801): you can recover as long as you are less than 50% at fault, with your recovery reduced by your share of blame. A noneconomic-damages cap applies in many cases (Idaho Code § 6-1603), though it does not apply where the harm resulted from reckless conduct or a felony. Our network attorneys handle the insurance companies so you can focus on healing — and you pay nothing unless they win.
Wrongful Death Frequently Asked Questions
Nothing upfront. Our network attorneys work on contingency — no fee unless they win compensation for you. The case review is always free.
Idaho’s statute of limitations is generally two years from the date of injury (Idaho Code § 5-219), though claims against government entities can require notice within 180 days. Act quickly to protect your rights.
Under Idaho’s modified comparative negligence rule, you can recover as long as you are less than 50% at fault, with your recovery reduced by your share. Don’t assume you have no case.
It depends on your injuries, medical costs, lost income, fault, and available insurance. A free case review is the best way to understand your claim’s value.