Wrongful Death
Wrongful Death in North Carolina
Wrongful Death claims in North Carolina let a family seek accountability after losing a loved one to someone else's negligence, with a filing deadline that is shorter than for other injury claims.
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3 years
3 years personal injury; wrongful death 2 years.
PURE CONTRIBUTORY NEGLIGENCE — 1% at fault bars all recovery
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 3 years filing deadline so you never miss it
- Pursue the compensation you're actually owed
Frequently asked questions
How long does a family have to file a wrongful death claim in North Carolina?
North Carolina generally sets a two-year deadline for wrongful death claims, shorter than the three-year limit for most personal injury cases. Because the window is tighter, reaching out early is important. FaultFreeClaims is not a law firm; we can connect your family with an independent, licensed attorney to explain the timeline.
Can our family still recover if our loved one was partly blamed for the accident?
This is a difficult but important question: North Carolina's pure contributory negligence rule means that if the person who died is found even 1% at fault, recovery can be barred. A thorough investigation by an independent attorney can be essential to answering it. We can match your family with a licensed North Carolina attorney with care and discretion.
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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