Online tools typically generate a range based on generalized patterns. That can be useful for understanding categories of damages, but Mill Valley wrongful death claims often hinge on details that most calculators don’t model well, such as:
- Causation in multi-factor incidents (e.g., roadway conditions + vehicle speed + driver attention)
- Comparative fault questions under California law (fault can be shared, and that affects recovery)
- Visitor and commuter context (tour buses, ride-share pickups, seasonal traffic peaks)
- Pedestrian and cyclist evidence (visibility, lighting, crossing design, and surveillance video availability)
If the facts aren’t captured correctly—or if important documentation isn’t included—an AI “estimate” can steer families toward the wrong expectations.


