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The loss of a loved one brings devastating trials beyond the emotional impact. Our personal injury attorneys understand the pain and needs that come with wrongful death cases. If your loved one was lost due to a fatal accident, wrongful act, or intentional act, our experienced wrongful death attorneys hold the negligent party accountable and fight to bring your family the justice you deserve.
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Southside Injury Attorneys

Georgia Wrongful Death Lawyers

The loss of a loved one brings devastating trials beyond the emotional impact. Our personal injury attorneys understand the pain and needs that come with wrongful death cases. If your loved one was lost due to a fatal accident, wrongful act, or intentional act, our experienced wrongful death attorneys hold the negligent party accountable and fight to bring your family the justice you deserve.
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Understanding Wrongful Death Claims

Wrongful death claims fall under the umbrella of personal injury law, however not every personal injury lawyer is equipped to deal with the complexities of wrongful death lawsuits. You should only trust experienced wrongful death lawyers who understand the legal process and have successfully handled wrongful death actions. We understand the loss of your loved one means more than just a quick settlement and impacts the rest of you and your surviving family members.

A wrongful death claim is pursued when the negligence or inaction of another results in an untimely and unnatural death of a victim. Wrongful death claims are filed to provide the victim’s family with financial compensation and penalize the at-fault party. These legal actions do not result in criminal charges against the responsible party but can be filed by a law firm in conjunction with a criminal lawsuit. Discover why it’s essential to contact an attorney immediately.

Georgia’s Wrongful Death Act

The 5 code sections of Georgia’s Wrongful Death Act specify the grounds for making a wrongful death claim. In this statute, the causes of wrongful death are defined as a “homicide” that was the result of a crime, negligence, or a defective product

Southside Injury Attorneys have experience in handling wrongful death cases such as:

  • Car accidents and truck accidents
  • Medical malpractice
  • Premises liability
  • Birth injuries
  • Workplace injuries
  • Defective products, machinery, or pharmaceuticals

Compensation Recovered for Wrongful Death Claims

Compensation for the full value of life in Georgia

Georgia’s Wrongful Death Act establishes that the family (surviving spouse, domestic partner, children, stepchildren, or personal representative) of the deceased person can make a wrongful death claim for the full value of the life of the decedent. O.C.G.A. 51-4-2. This is measured from the descendant’s point of view and can be broken down into two types of damages:

Tangible damages include the money, benefits, services, and the value that the descendant earned from their job. Survivors can get compensation for:

  • Financial support for survivors
  • Future lost earnings
  • Funeral expenses and burial expenses
  • Medical expenses
  • Future loss of benefits and services
  • Punitive damages that punish the responsible party if their actions were reckless

Intangible damages are non-economic damages that include the relationships, support, and companionship that the victim had in their life. Survivors can get compensation for their own:

  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional distress
  • Loss of guidance
  • Loss of companionship
  • Conscious pain and suffering if the victim was aware of impending death

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About Wrongful Death Law

Spouses, children of age, parents, or representatives are entitled to file a claim. O.C.G.A. 51-4-2.

Wrongful Death Claim: A family who brings forward a wrongful death suit on behalf of the descendant will try for the “full value of the life of the decedent, as shown by the evidence”. O.C.G.A. 51-4-1 This is the intangible and financial value of one’s life such as lost wages and benefits or the loss of love and companionship.

Estate Claim: This claim is brought forward by the deceased person’s estate to try for all financial losses related to the untimely death of their loved one. This includes medical bills, funerals, and pain and suffering costs.

The Georgia Statute of Limitations allows two years after the date of the death to file your wrongful death claim.

We’re here to support your legal rights. Our team of expert attorneys is here to help you and your family during difficult times. Our legal representation delivers the experience, resources, and diligence to take your case to trial if necessary to ensure you are served rightfully. Nothing can ever replace a loved one, so we aim to relieve the financial and legal burdens to allow you and your family to properly grieve and heal.

Client Success Stories

Hear from Those We Have Helped

“I was represented by Smith Welch Webb and White in a very calming professional manner. My experience with Attny. Andrew J. Gebhardt and his entire team was far better than I could have ever imagined. My case was handled with expert care and I was treated as a friend rather than just another client. My contributions were listened to and my concerns were quickly put at ease. . The case process was always explained. I felt he worked very hard for me . He went far above and beyond and did his best he could to arrive at a great outcome. I couldn't have asked for a better team / firm or attorney. Thank you all so much for all you have accomplished on my behalf."
- K. Gregory
"This law firm is top notch. They assisted me with my case with excellent results. They kept me informed throughout the process and was always accessible when I contacted them. I highly recommend this firm to anyone that needs legal advice."
- Fred
"I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. They took care of everything and helped me more than I could’ve asked for. Stacey was in constant communication with me and I felt at ease knowing they were doing everything they could to help me. 10 stars"
- J. Reeves
"We had a four year old case which we thought was a total loss. If you’re in need of an honest hard working attorney that works with your best interest at heart and gets results, this is the law firm for you You will not be disappointed with this law firm. Do yourself a favor and give them a try. You’ll be happy with the result. Our settlement check is proof of that. Hard working, honest Attorneys do exist."
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If you have suffered the loss of a loved one because of a wrongful death, Southside Injury Attorneys will be by your side with legal representation and guidance throughout your wrongful death claim.

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