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Wrongful Death Damages in Indiana

Under Indiana’s wrongful death statute, Indiana Code § 34-23-1-1, the damages recoverable are those that flow directly from the decedent’s death, with a statutory interest rate of 8% applied to the total award from the date of death. The statute sets out the categories of loss a personal representative may claim on behalf of the estate, including lost income, medical expenses, and funeral costs, and also provides exceptions for certain family members. A worked example below demonstrates how the 8% figure is applied in a typical calculation. For a precise estimate of damages in a specific case, the DocketMath calculator uses the governing statute to compute the result.

Governing authority

In Indiana, the wrongful death damages rule is set by Ind. Code § 34-23-1-1. The verified packet cites Ind. Code § 34-23-1-1 (https://iga.in.gov/laws/2024/ic/titles/34/articles/23/chapters/1).

Indiana wrongful death damages: the verified value is 8% under Ind. Code § 34-23-1-1. The verified packet cites Ind. Code § 34-23-1-1 (https://iga.in.gov/laws/2024/ic/titles/34/articles/23/chapters/1).

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the wrongful death damages calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.