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Jackson, MS · Wrongful death · 2026

Top-Ranked Wrongful Death Lawyers in Jackson

A wrongful death claim lets certain family members recover damages when someone dies because of another person's negligence. Who can file, and for what, is set by each state's law.
Updated September 25, 202621 firms evaluatedHow we rank

The ranking

Top Jackson wrongful death lawyers

This is the overall personal injury ranking for Jackson. Confirm a firm handles wrongful death cases before you hire.

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    Jones Law Group

    5.0117 Google reviews· Jackson

    Google Maps position: #1 for "personal injury attorney", #1 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    1.0
    Score
    97.8/100
    Call (601) 272-2406Google Maps
  2. 2
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    Richard Schwartz & Associates Injury Lawyers P.A.

    4.94.4K Google reviews· Jackson

    Google Maps position: #2 for "personal injury attorney", #2 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    2.0
    Score
    92.5/100
    Call (601) 988-8888Google Maps
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    Ballard Law, PLLC

    4.963 Google reviews· Jackson

    Google Maps position: #6 for "personal injury attorney", #3 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    4.5
    Score
    86.4/100
    Call (769) 572-5111Google Maps
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    'Maggio Law

    4.9395 Google reviews· Jackson

    Google Maps position: #3 for "personal injury attorney", #7 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    5.0
    Score
    85.0/100
    Call (601) 588-8811Google Maps
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    Brown Bass & Jeter Jackson Personal Injury Attorneys & Car Accident Lawyers

    5.0131 Google reviews· Jackson

    Google Maps position: #8 for "personal injury attorney", #5 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    6.5
    Score
    84.2/100
    Call (601) 533-9617Google Maps
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    Diaz Law Firm, PLLC

    5.0241 Google reviews· Madison

    Google Maps position: #5 for "personal injury attorney", #10 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    7.5
    Score
    82.4/100
    Call (601) 607-3456Google Maps
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    Hearn Personal Injury & Car Accident Attorneys

    4.958 Google reviews· Jackson

    Google Maps position: #10 for "personal injury attorney", #4 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    7.0
    Score
    80.2/100
    Call (601) 808-4822Google Maps
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    Chhabra, Gibbs & Gustavis, P.A.

    4.9567 Google reviews· Jackson

    Google Maps position: #4 for "personal injury attorney", #11 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    7.5
    Score
    78.8/100
    Call (601) 948-8005Google Maps
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    Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys

    4.9170 Google reviews· Jackson

    Google Maps position: #9 for "personal injury attorney", #9 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    9.0
    Score
    75.1/100
    Call (601) 707-6303Google Maps
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    Mama Justice - MW Law Firm

    4.9138 Google reviews· Jackson

    Google Maps position: #12 for "personal injury attorney", #8 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    10.0
    Score
    72.6/100
    Call (601) 533-9119Google Maps

Map positions, ratings and review counts: Google, recorded September 25, 2026. How we rank

Know this

What makes wrongful death cases different

  • 1

    Only certain relatives or the estate's representative can file, depending on state law.

  • 2

    Filing deadlines for wrongful death can differ from ordinary injury deadlines.

  • 3

    Damages can include lost financial support, funeral costs and loss of companionship.

Checklist

Evidence to save now

  • Death certificate
  • Police, accident or incident reports
  • Medical records from the final injury or illness
  • Proof of income and financial support
  • Funeral and burial bills

Before you sign

Questions to ask a lawyer

  1. 1.Who in our family has the right to file in this state?
  2. 2.How do you handle a wrongful death claim alongside the estate?
  3. 3.What is your contingency fee and how are costs handled?
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Mississippi

Rules that affect your claim

Filing deadline

3 years

For most injury claims (Miss. Code § 15-1-49).

Fault rule

Pure comparative fault

You can recover damages even if you were mostly at fault, but your award is reduced by your share of the blame. (Miss. Code § 11-7-15)

Car insurance

At-fault (tort) state

The at-fault driver's liability insurance pays for the injuries they cause. You can file a claim with their insurer or sue the driver directly.

Pending attorney review. General information, not legal advice. Deadlines can be shorter for claims against government agencies and for some case types.

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FAQ

Common questions

How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Mississippi?

In most cases, 3 years from the date of the injury (Miss. Code § 15-1-49). Claims against a government agency often have much shorter notice deadlines.

What if I was partly at fault for my injury in Mississippi?

You can recover damages even if you were mostly at fault, but your award is reduced by your share of the blame. (Miss. Code § 11-7-15)

Is Mississippi a no-fault car insurance state?

Mississippi is an at-fault (tort) state. The at-fault driver's liability insurance pays for the injuries they cause. You can file a claim with their insurer or sue the driver directly.

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