Death Benefits (Survivor Claim) Workers Comp Settlement in Tennessee (2026 Estimate)
Your real number depends on your case specifics. Here's the range and the math behind it.
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 Tennessee.
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
When a workplace accident or occupational illness results in death, most states calculate survivor benefits as ongoing payments to dependents rather than a one-time settlement, which makes this claim type structurally different from the rest.
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 Tennessee — see the full Death Benefits (Survivor Claim) resource, including how this injury compares across all 50 states.
Tennessee Workers Comp Rules
- Waiting period: 7 days
- Filing deadline: 365 days
- Attorney contingency fee: 20%
- State agency: Tennessee Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a time limit to file a Death Benefits (Survivor Claim) claim in Tennessee?
In Tennessee, 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.
Is it worth getting a lawyer for a Tennessee workers comp case?
Most workers comp attorneys work on contingency (typically 20% 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 Tennessee?
Estimated range for Death Benefits (Survivor Claim) in Tennessee: $[VERIFY]–$[VERIFY]. See the calculation breakdown above for how this was derived.