Seattle, WA · Wrongful death · 2026
Top-Ranked Wrongful Death Lawyers in Seattle
The ranking
Top Seattle wrongful death lawyers
This is the overall personal injury ranking for Seattle. Confirm a firm handles wrongful death cases before you hire.
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Davis Law Group Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers Seattle
4.9733 Google reviews· SeattleGoogle Maps position: #1 for "personal injury attorney", #1 for "car accident lawyer"
- Avg. map position
- 1.0
- Score
- 94.8/100
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Brumley Law Firm
4.9844 Google reviews· SeattleGoogle Maps position: #3 for "personal injury attorney", #3 for "car accident lawyer"
- Avg. map position
- 3.0
- Score
- 89.8/100
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Khan Injury Law - Seattle
4.9377 Google reviews· SeattleGoogle Maps position: #6 for "personal injury attorney", #4 for "car accident lawyer"
- Avg. map position
- 5.0
- Score
- 84.6/100
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Boohoff Law, P.A.
4.9269 Google reviews· SeattleGoogle Maps position: #7 for "personal injury attorney", #6 for "car accident lawyer"
- Avg. map position
- 6.5
- Score
- 80.8/100
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Dubin Law Group
4.7416 Google reviews· SeattleGoogle Maps position: #2 for "personal injury attorney", #5 for "car accident lawyer"
- Avg. map position
- 3.5
- Score
- 80.4/100
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Seattle Injury Law
4.8318 Google reviews· SeattleGoogle Maps position: #4 for "personal injury attorney", #7 for "car accident lawyer"
- Avg. map position
- 5.5
- Score
- 79.5/100
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The Accident Guys
5.035 Google reviews· SeattleGoogle Maps position: #9 for "personal injury attorney", #8 for "car accident lawyer"
- Avg. map position
- 8.5
- Score
- 76.3/100
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Washington Injury Law
4.9274 Google reviews· SeattleGoogle Maps position: #8 for "personal injury attorney", #10 for "car accident lawyer"
- Avg. map position
- 9.0
- Score
- 74.5/100
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Seattle Car Accident Law Firm
5.0102 Google reviews· SeattleGoogle Maps position: #19 for "personal injury attorney", #2 for "car accident lawyer"
- Avg. map position
- 10.5
- Score
- 72.9/100
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Moseley Collins Law
4.92K Google reviews· SeattleGoogle Maps position: #5 for "personal injury attorney", #15 for "car accident lawyer"
- Avg. map position
- 10.0
- Score
- 72.4/100
Map positions, ratings and review counts: Google, recorded September 25, 2026. How we rank
Know this
What makes wrongful death cases different
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Only certain relatives or the estate's representative can file, depending on state law.
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Filing deadlines for wrongful death can differ from ordinary injury deadlines.
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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.Who in our family has the right to file in this state?
- 2.How do you handle a wrongful death claim alongside the estate?
- 3.What is your contingency fee and how are costs handled?
Washington
Rules that affect your claim
Filing deadline
3 years
For most injury claims (RCW 4.16.080(2)).
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. (RCW 4.22.005)
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 Washington?
In most cases, 3 years from the date of the injury (RCW 4.16.080(2)). Claims against a government agency often have much shorter notice deadlines.
What if I was partly at fault for my injury in Washington?
You can recover damages even if you were mostly at fault, but your award is reduced by your share of the blame. (RCW 4.22.005)
Is Washington a no-fault car insurance state?
Washington 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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