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Last reviewed against primary sources: March 2, 2026
Statute of Limitations
Washington: 3 years from date of death
3 years from date of death
Where to File in Washington
RCW § 4.20.010 governs wrongful death claims in Washington with a 3-year statute of limitations. Washington imposes no cap on wrongful death damages — full economic and non-economic recovery is available. King County Superior Court (Seattle) handles Washington's highest volume of wrongful death cases. Washington's tech sector (Amazon, Microsoft) produces high-earning decedents, driving large economic damages calculations. The state's construction boom, maritime industry (Puget Sound), and I-5 corridor vehicle fatalities generate significant wrongful death case volume.
Exposure in Washington
Source: RCW § 4.20.010
Source: RCW § 4.20.010
Source: Washington State Economic Analysis