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Tacoma, WA · Wrongful death · 2026

Top-Ranked Wrongful Death Lawyers in Tacoma

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, 202619 firms evaluatedHow we rank

The ranking

Top Tacoma wrongful death lawyers

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

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    Cochran Douglas, PLLC

    4.9214 Google reviews· Tacoma

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

    Avg. map position
    1.0
    Score
    94.2/100
    Call (253) 367-4333Google Maps
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    Park Chenaur Injury Lawyers

    4.9394 Google reviews· Federal Way

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

    Avg. map position
    4.0
    Score
    87.0/100
    Call (253) 461-0810Google Maps
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    Strong Law

    4.8419 Google reviews· Tacoma

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

    Avg. map position
    3.0
    Score
    85.5/100
    Call (206) 855-3729Google Maps
  4. 4
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    Freeman Law Firm, Inc.

    4.9216 Google reviews· Tacoma

    Google Maps position: #2 for "personal injury attorney", #8 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    5.0
    Score
    84.2/100
    Call (253) 383-4500Google Maps
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    Boohoff Law, P.A. - Auto Accident Lawyers

    5.035 Google reviews· Tacoma

    Google Maps position: #7 for "personal injury attorney", #6 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    6.5
    Score
    80.7/100
    Call (253) 867-9776Google Maps
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    Sears Injury Law, PLLC

    4.8576 Google reviews· Puyallup

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

    Avg. map position
    5.0
    Score
    80.4/100
    Call (253) 286-7444Google Maps
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    Ladenburg Law Injury Attorneys

    4.8105 Google reviews· Tacoma

    Google Maps position: #6 for "personal injury attorney", #7 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    6.5
    Score
    77.5/100
    Call (253) 272-5226Google Maps
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    NextLaw PLLC

    4.9181 Google reviews· Tacoma

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

    Avg. map position
    9.0
    Score
    74.1/100
    Call (253) 649-6030Google Maps
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    Just Call Janelle - Auto Accident Attorney

    4.937 Google reviews· Lakewood

    Google Maps position: #11 for "personal injury attorney", #14 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    12.5
    Score
    64.4/100
    Call (253) 500-5000Google Maps
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    Darrell Cochran Personal Injury Lawyer Tacoma

    4.927 Google reviews· Tacoma

    Google Maps position: #10 for "personal injury attorney", #15 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    12.5
    Score
    64.3/100
    Call (253) 461-0713Google 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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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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