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Wrongful Death Laws in Maine.

Maine wrongful-death actions are governed by 18-C M.R.S. § 2-807 within the Maine Probate Code, allowing the personal representative of the decedent’s estate to recover damages for wrongful death. Actions generally must be brought within 3 years of the death.

Last verified: 2026-04-17

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Statute of Limitations

3 years from date of death18-C M.R.S. § 2-807

Maine wrongful-death actions must generally be filed within 3 years of the date of death.

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Key Maine Statutes

Maine Wrongful Death Statute18-C M.R.S. § 2-807

Maine’s wrongful-death statute governs who may bring a wrongful-death action and the damages available to the estate and statutory beneficiaries.

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