What Is the Statute of Limitations for Wrongful Death in Wyoming?
In Wyoming, the statute of limitations for wrongful death is generally 2 years under Wyo. Stat. § 1-38-102.
Wrongful death Deadlines in Wyoming
How long do you have to file a wrongful death claim in Wyoming?
In Wyoming, the statute of limitations for wrongful death is generally 2 years under Wyo. Stat. § 1-38-102.
When does the clock start for wrongful death in Wyoming?
Two years from the date of death, with no discovery rule.
Can the Wyoming deadline for wrongful death be extended?
Where the death involved medical malpractice, the period is tolled while a claim is before the medical review panel under W.S. § 9-2-1518. Note the gap: a surviving injury claimant gets four years, but a death claim gets two.
Is the deadline different if the claim is against the government in Wyoming?
Often, yes. Claim within 2 years; suit within 1 year of filing under Wyo. Stat. §§ 1-39-113, 1-39-114. The Wyoming Governmental Claims Act requires a claim to be presented to the governmental entity within two years of the act, and suit to be commenced within one year after the claim is filed. Wyoming also requires the claim to be signed and certified under pen…
How does Wyoming compare to other states for wrongful death?
Wyoming's 2 years is in the middle of the range nationally. Across the 50 jurisdictions with a verified figure, the deadline for wrongful death ranges from 1 year to 3 years, and 2 years is the most common. Compare all states →
What Does Wrongful Death Cover?
Situations that typically fall under the wrongful death deadline in Wyoming:
