Maryland Medical Malpractice Settlement Calculator
Estimate what a Maryland medical malpractice claim might be worth. Maryland caps non-economic (pain-and-suffering) damages at $920,000; $1,150,000 for wrongful death. Economic damages are not capped. This is an estimate to understand the factors — not a prediction or an offer.
A rough estimate, not a prediction or an offer.
Medical malpractice is one of the hardest claims to prove and value. This shows how Maryland's damage cap and fault rule shape a rough range — actual outcomes depend on expert proof of the standard of care, the facts, and negotiation. Consult a Maryland medical-malpractice attorney about your case.
Maryland damage cap
Maryland caps non-economic (pain-and-suffering) damages at $920,000; $1,150,000 for wrongful death. Economic damages are not capped.
Enter the medical bills and losses to see an estimated range
This estimator applies the multiplier method to your medical bills, then Maryland's medical-malpractice damage cap and comparative-fault rule. It does not assess whether the provider actually breached the standard of care, which is the core of any med-mal case and requires expert testimony. Most states also require a pre-suit affidavit/certificate of merit and have a short, strict filing deadline. This is not legal advice and RecordingLaw.com is not a law firm.
Maryland's Medical Malpractice Damage Cap
Maryland caps non-economic (pain-and-suffering) damages at $920,000; $1,150,000 for wrongful death. Economic damages are not capped.
Maryland caps NONECONOMIC damages in medical-malpractice (and 'wrongful death arising from a medical injury') claims under Cts. & Jud. Proc. §3-2A-09. The cap started at $650,000 for causes of action arising 2005-2008 and INCREASES by $15,000 on January 1 of each year beginning Jan. 1, 2009. The increased amount applies to causes of action ARISING during that calendar year. For 2026 (causes of action arising Jan 1-Dec 31, 2026) the cap is $920,000. The cap applies in the aggregate to all claims (personal injury and wrongful death) arising from the same medical injury, regardless of number of claimants or defendants. In a WRONGFUL-DEATH action with two or more claimants/beneficiaries, the cap is 125% of the base figure = $1,150,000 for 2026. Economic damages are NOT capped. (Note: Maryland's separate, lower general/personal-injury §11-108 cap does not govern medical-injury claims, which are governed by the higher §3-2A-09 schedule.)
Source: Md. Code, Cts. & Jud. Proc. §3-2A-09(b).
Deadline to File a Maryland Malpractice Claim
Maryland generally requires a medical-malpractice lawsuit to be filed within 5 years (the statute of limitations). Cts. & Jud. Proc. §5-109: an action must be filed within the EARLIER of 5 years from the date the injury was committed OR 3 years from the date the injury was discovered (the '3-years-from-discovery, capped at 5-years-from-injury' rule). For a claimant under 16 at the time of injury, the limitations periods do not begin to run until the claimant reaches age 16. Effective SOL is best stated as 3 years from discovery, capped at 5 years from the act. Miss the deadline and the claim is usually barred no matter how strong it is, so do not wait to talk to an attorney.
How the Estimate Works
No tool can predict a malpractice settlement. This estimator adds your economic damages (medical bills and lost wages, which are generally not capped), estimates pain and suffering with the multiplier method, then applies Maryland's damage cap and comparative-fault rule. The hard part of any malpractice case — proving the provider breached the standard of care — is assumed here and must be established with expert testimony. Use the pain and suffering calculator to explore the non-economic piece, or read about what different injuries are worth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Maryland cap medical malpractice damages?
Maryland caps non-economic (pain-and-suffering) damages at $920,000; $1,150,000 for wrongful death. Economic damages are not capped.
How much is a Maryland malpractice case worth?
No one can tell you a number in advance. A rough estimate adds your economic damages (medical bills, lost wages) and a pain-and-suffering multiplier, then applies Maryland's damage cap and fault rule. The real value depends on proving the standard of care was breached, the facts, and negotiation — an attorney is the only way to value your specific case.
How long do I have to file in Maryland?
Generally 5 years. Cts. & Jud. Proc. §5-109: an action must be filed within the EARLIER of 5 years from the date the injury was committed OR 3 years from the date the injury was discovered (the '3-years-from-discovery, capped at 5-years-from-injury' rule). For a claimant under 16 at the time of injury, the limitations periods do not begin to run until the claimant reaches age 16. Effective SOL is best stated as 3 years from discovery, capped at 5 years from the act.
Are economic damages capped?
In most cap states, no — caps usually apply only to non-economic (pain and suffering) damages, while medical bills and lost wages are recovered in full. A few states (like Indiana, Louisiana, Nebraska, New Mexico, and Virginia) cap total damages instead.
Is this calculator accurate?
It is a rough estimate to show the factors that drive value, especially the cap — not a prediction or an offer. Real malpractice settlements vary enormously and depend on expert proof. Treat any number here as a ballpark and consult a Maryland malpractice attorney.
Disclaimer
This estimator is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice or a prediction of any outcome. RecordingLaw.com is not a law firm. Medical-malpractice law, including damage caps, changes frequently and caps are often litigated; figures are current as of 2026-06-02. The value of a malpractice claim can only be assessed by a licensed attorney reviewing your specific facts and the medical record.