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Wrongful Death Laws in Delaware.

Delaware’s wrongful-death statute allows surviving spouses, children, parents, and siblings to recover damages for wrongful death. Actions must generally be brought within 2 years of the death, and Delaware allows recovery of pecuniary and certain non-economic damages.

Last verified: 2026-04-17

State law

Statute of Limitations

2 years from date of death10 Del. C. § 8107

Delaware wrongful-death actions must generally be filed within 2 years of the date of death.

State law

Key Delaware Statutes

Delaware Wrongful Death Statute10 Del. C. §§ 3721 et seq.

Delaware’s wrongful-death statute governs who may bring an action and the damages available to statutory beneficiaries.

State law

Official Sources

Delaware Code Online

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Wrongful Death Laws in Delaware.

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