Wrongful Death Lawsuit Lawsuit in Missouri

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Statute of Limitations

Missouri: 3 years from date of death

3 years from date of death

Filing Venue

Where to File in Missouri

Missouri Revised Statutes § 537.080 governs wrongful death claims and establishes a 3-year statute of limitations. Missouri imposes no cap on wrongful death damages — economic, non-economic, or punitive. A $50 million product liability wrongful death verdict was returned in Missouri in 2025. Jackson County Circuit Court (Kansas City) and St. Louis City Circuit Court handle the highest volumes of Missouri wrongful death cases and have reputations as plaintiff-favorable venues.

Missouri Data

Exposure in Missouri

Source: Mo. Rev. Stat. § 537.080

Source: Missouri Courts

Source: Mo. Rev. Stat. § 537.080

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