Death Benefits (Survivor Claim) Workers Comp Settlement in Montana (2026 Estimate)
A plain-language estimate based on Montana benefit rates and typical case outcomes for this injury type.
Estimated Settlement Range
Not available — see below
Estimate only. Not legal advice. Actual settlement value depends on your specific case facts — consult a licensed workers comp attorney in Montana.
How This Estimate Is Calculated
Death Benefits (Survivor Claim) doesn't use the standard time-off-work formula the rest of this site is built on — see why below, in the section on this injury type specifically.
About Death Benefits (Survivor Claim) Claims
Unlike other claims on this list, a survivor claim doesn't involve negotiating an injury's severity — the benefit structure is set by statute, typically a wage-based payment to dependents plus a burial allowance.
Common causes: Fatal workplace accidents or occupational illness
Surgery likelihood:
For a deeper look at what specifically drives severity and impairment ratings for this injury — not just how it's calculated in Montana — see the full Death Benefits (Survivor Claim) resource, including how this injury compares across all 50 states.
Montana Workers Comp Rules
- Waiting period: 4 days
- Filing deadline: 365 days
- Attorney contingency fee: 20% for cases settled out of court; 25% for cases resolved at hearing or trial
- State agency: Montana Workers' Compensation Administration
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to file a workers comp claim in Montana?
In Montana, the filing deadline is 365 days from the date of injury. See the full filing deadline guide for tolling rules and what happens if you miss it.
Do I need a lawyer for a Death Benefits (Survivor Claim) claim in Montana?
Most workers comp attorneys work on contingency (typically 20% for cases settled out of court; 25% for cases resolved at hearing or trial of the settlement), so there's usually no upfront cost to get a case reviewed.
How much does a Death Benefits (Survivor Claim) claim typically pay out in Montana?
Estimated range for Death Benefits (Survivor Claim) in Montana: $[VERIFY]–$[VERIFY]. See the calculation breakdown above for how this was derived.