Phillip Miller & Associates
631 Woodland Street
Nashville, TN 37206

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Wrongful death damages (in Tennessee) are limited by the language in the Tennessee Wrongful Death Statute (T.C.A 20-5-113) and court cases that have examined and explained that statute. In general damages in wrongful death cases include the pecuniary value of the deceased (that in part means the deceaseds earning capacity), compensation for any pain and suffering during the death, medical expenses, and funeral expenses.

What damages can a family recover for the wrongful death of a loved one?

 

A: Wrongful death damages (in Tennessee) are limited by the language in the Tennessee Wrongful Death Statute (T.C.A §20-5-113) and court cases that have examined and explained that statute. In general damages in wrongful death cases include the “pecuniary value” of the deceased (that in part means the deceased’s earning capacity), compensation for any pain and suffering during the death, medical expenses, and funeral expenses.


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Phillip Miller & Associates
631 Woodland Street
Nashville, TN 37206
Phone: (615) 356-2000
Fax: (615) 242-1739
Toll Free: (800) 337-HURT
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Phillip Miller & Associates
631 Woodland Street
Nashville, TN 37206
Phone: (615) 356-2000
Fax: (615) 242-1739
Toll Free: (800) 337-HURT

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