Losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence is a devastating experience. While no legal action can replace the life lost, a wrongful death claim allows surviving family members to seek justice and compensation. However, not everyone is eligible to file a wrongful death claim, and there are important legal guidelines to follow. Here’s what you …
Wrongful death refers to a claim by a plaintiff (not the victim) who seeks to recover damages for the unjust death of another caused by someone’s negligent, reckless or intentional acts. There are no specific guidelines that dictate the means of death; however, wrongful death tort claims frequently occur in several circumstances: Medical malpractice, especially …
After the loss of a loved one in a car accident caused by a drunk driver, your lawyer will recommend that you consider filing a wrongful death claim and suing for a car accident lawsuit settlement amount sufficient to defray the full and incurred cost of medical expenses, funeral costs, lost wages for bereavement, loss of potential earnings, and …
We are truly saddened to hear that your father was killed in a Georgia drunk driving crash. While we cannot tell you exactly how much your case should be worth without knowing more specifics, we can tell you the following: Insurance companies often attempt to undervalue or deny claims to save money, even in claims …
Wrongful death refers to a claim by a plaintiff (not the victim) who seeks to recover damages for the unjust death of another caused by someone’s negligent, reckless or intentional acts. There are no specific guidelines that dictate the means of death; however, wrongful death tort claims frequently occur in several circumstances: Medical malpractice, especially …
One of the benefits of living in Georgia is the recreational opportunities that our lakes, rivers, and coast create for boating. Although boating on beautiful Lake Lanier or another lake can be a fun way to spend a day, it can also turn tragic in the event of a Georgia boating accident. Unfortunately, recreational boating …
When you lose a family member because of someone else’s negligence, it is considered wrongful death. And our legal system in Georgia allows living family members—those who have lost loved ones through wrongful death—to collect benefits for their damages and losses through filing an Atlanta wrongful death lawsuit. Many people have lost someone unexpectedly due to …
Wrongful death refers to a claim by a plaintiff (not the victim) who seeks to recover damages for the unjust death of another caused by someone’s negligent, reckless or intentional acts. There are no specific guidelines that dictate the means of death; however, wrongful death tort claims frequently occur in several circumstances: Medical malpractice, especially …
Damages in a Georgia wrongful death claim are calculated as if the victim had survived. In other words, the court calculates damages as losses sustained by the victim. Though the wrongful death claim is filed by surviving family members, the court views the family as the victim’s representatives. Georgia’s wrongful death decedent perspective means the …
Wrongful death refers to a claim by a plaintiff (not the victim) who seeks to recover damages for the unjust death of another caused by someone’s negligent, reckless or intentional acts. There are no specific guidelines that dictate the means of death; however, wrongful death tort claims frequently occur in several circumstances: Medical malpractice, especially …
According to statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there were 126,438 unintentional injury deaths in 2010; this was the fifth highest cause of death in the United States. By comparison, there were 33,783 auto accident deaths. Georgia wrongful death lawyer Shane Smith can help a victim’s family receive compensation for their …
You may never have imagined that when you said “I love you” and hugged your husband goodbye as he was leaving for work it would actually be the last time you’d see your husband. Not only did the unexpected auto accident he was in leave you without your best friend and in tremendous despair, but …
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