Georgia Wrongful Death Lawyers
Understanding Georgia Wrongful Death Claims
Losing a loved one changes everything. A Georgia wrongful death lawyer can help your family pursue accountability while you focus on each other. We guide spouses, children, and parents through the legal process with steady communication and clear next steps. Whether the loss followed a crash on I‑285, medical treatment at a metro hospital, or an incident at an apartment complex in Atlanta, Buckhead, Midtown, Decatur, Roswell, or Smyrna, we handle insurers and deadlines so you don’t have to. Our team understands that no result replaces a life; the goal is to honor your loved one and pursue the full compensation that Georgia law allows.
Guidance for Georgia Families: Process, Timing, Next Steps
We investigate the facts, preserve evidence, and navigate insurance while you focus on arrangements and healing. Who may file in Georgia is straightforward: typically a spouse, then children, then parents, or the estate’s representative. Damages may include the “full value of life,” plus funeral and medical expenses through an estate claim. Most cases carry a general two‑year deadline, though certain circumstances can change timing—ask us to confirm the window for your specific case. If the loss followed a collision, our
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practice areas to learn about related claims and how our team can help in similar situations. Every family’s story is different, and so is every claim. Let our team help you pursue justice while honoring your loved one’s legacy.
Wrongful Death FAQs: Filing, Damages & Timeline
Who can file a wrongful death claim in GA?
Generally the spouse, then children, then parents; if none, the estate’s representative may file on behalf of the next of kin. We’ll confirm who has standing in your situation.
What is “full value of life”?
Georgia considers both economic contributions and the intangible value of life from your loved one’s perspective. Separate estate claims can address medical and funeral expenses.
What is the deadline to file?
Often two years from the date of death. Certain factors—like a related criminal case or probate issues—can pause or extend the period; we’ll calculate your exact window.
Can there be more than one claim?
Yes. Families commonly pursue a wrongful death claim and an estate “survival” claim for medical bills and pain and suffering before death when supported by evidence.
Will this go to trial?
Many cases resolve through negotiation or mediation. We prepare each matter as if trial could be necessary so your family is ready for the path that best serves your goals.
Speak with a Georgia Wrongful Death Lawyer
Tell us about your loved one and what happened—from a crash on the Downtown Connector to an incident in a Cobb County complex. We’ll explain options, timelines, and the steps we can take together.