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Wrongful Death Damages in North Dakota

North Dakota law caps wrongful death damages at $500,000 under N.D. Cent. Code § 32-21-01. This statute sets the maximum total recovery for all claimants in a single wrongful death action, regardless of the number of beneficiaries or severity of loss. The cap applies to both economic and noneconomic damages combined, meaning even if proven losses exceed this threshold, recovery cannot surpass it. The law provides for distribution among eligible survivors according to factors outlined in the statute. The worked example below demonstrates how the cap is applied to a hypothetical claim. For a calculation tailored to your circumstances, use the DocketMath calculator to estimate potential damages under this limit.

Governing authority

In North Dakota, the wrongful death damages rule is set by N.D. Cent. Code § 32-21-01. The verified packet cites N.D. Cent. Code § 32-21-01 (https://ndlegis.gov/cencode/t32c21.pdf).

North Dakota wrongful death damages: the verified value is $500,000 under N.D. Cent. Code § 32-21-01. The verified packet cites N.D. Cent. Code § 32-21-01 (https://ndlegis.gov/cencode/t32c21.pdf).

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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.