What is my case worth in Tennessee?
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- A cited value range from comparable Tennessee outcomes
- Tennessee's filing deadline — 1 year under Tenn. Code § 28-3-104
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Tennessee case value and filing deadlines by claim type
| Claim type | Illustrative range | Filing deadline | Citation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Injury | $10,000 – $300,000+ | 1 year | Tenn. Code § 28-3-104 |
| Car Accident | $15,000 – $210,000+ | 1 year | Tenn. Code § 28-3-104 |
| Slip & Fall / Premises | $12,000 – $200,000+ | 1 year | Tenn. Code § 28-3-104 |
| Medical Malpractice | $50,000 – $500,000+ | 1 year | Tenn. Code § 29-26-116 |
| Wrongful Death | $100,000 – $2,000,000+ | 1 year | Tenn. Code § 20-5-110 |
Illustrative ranges are national, per claim type — not a prediction for any individual case. See how comparable outcomes are chosen and the full methodology. Filing deadlines are the general rule per Tennessee statute — tolling, discovery-rule exceptions, and government-notice periods can shorten or extend the real deadline for your facts. Only a licensed attorney can confirm your actual filing deadline.
Common questions
What is my case worth in Tennessee?
No tool can tell you exactly what your case is worth. What comparable resolved cases in Tennessee show is a range shaped by liability clarity, injury severity, economic damages, and Tennessee's own rules. Caseworth's free Lexstimate surfaces that observed outcome range for cases like yours, plus the Tennessee filing deadline that may apply.
What is the filing deadline for a personal injury claim in Tennessee?
The general statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Tennessee is 1 year, per Tenn. Code § 28-3-104. This is a general reference, not a deadline calculated for your specific facts — always confirm with a licensed attorney.
Will my information be shared with a law firm?
No. Nothing is shared with a law firm unless you choose to be connected with one. Your Lexstimate estimate and case details stay private by default.