If you have lost a loved one prematurely due to another party’s negligence, you are likely looking to file a wrongful death claim. To learn more about this process and how our Atlantawrongful death lawyer can assist you, continue reading and reach out to our experienced peronal injury firm.

Who can file a wrongful death claim?

If the decedent is married, their spouse will be able to bring a wrongful death claim. If the decedent was not married, their surviving children may bring a claim. If the decedent was not married and did not have any children, the decedent’s surviving parents may file a joint wrongful death claim. If the decedent was unmarried with no surviving children or parents, the administrator of their estate is entitled to bring a wrongful death claim.

Do I have a valid claim?

To file a valid wrongful death claim, you will have to prove that the accident occurred as a direct result of another party’s negligence. To support your claim, your attorney will collect evidence such as medical records, pictures and videos of the accident as it happened, witness statements, police reports, and more.

What benefits can I recover in a wrongful death claim?

If you have filed a valid wrongful death claim, you will receive financial compensation to help repay for any damages they have sustained. You will receive compensation for two types of damages, economic and non-economic damages.

Economic damages may include the following:

• The cost of funeral expenses
• Final medical or hospital bills that the deceased party incurred prior to their passing
• The cost of any lost wages your family has endured because of your loved one’s passing
• Loss of retirement benefits

Non-economic damage may include the following:

• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Loss of companionship or guidance provided by a parent or spouse
• Loss of enjoyment of life

What is the statute of limitations for wrongful death claims in Georgia?

The statute of limitations for wrongful death claims is generally two years in Georiga. However, the statute of limitations for wrongful death claims can be as short as six months and as long as six years depending on the circumstances. With this in mind, it is best to bring attention to your claim as soon as possible. To get started today, do not hesitate to reach out to our experienced Georgia wrongful death attorney. Our firm will work to satisfy the burden of proof to recover the compensation you deserve.

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