After we establish that the defendant is liable for the death of your loved one, we can evaluate who can file a wrongful death lawsuit and what damages they can seek.
Types of Accidents That Constitute a Wrongful Death Case
Any accident caused by a negligent party that leads to the death of another person may qualify for a wrongful death case. Here are some common types of accidents that may constitute a wrongful death case if the victim passes away:
- Car Accidents
- Medical Malpractice
- Truck Accidents
- Accidents on Another Party’s Property
- Dog Bites and Animal Attacks
An attorney at the Law Offices of Jason R. Schultz, P.C. can evaluate your case and help you take action against the party responsible for your loved one’s death. Call us at 404-474-0804.
Getting Compensation for Damages in a Wrongful Death Action
The personal representative of the deceased person can file a wrongful death claim to seek and recover wrongful death damages.
Full Value of the Life
Georgia law allows the deceased person’s loved ones to seek damages for the full value of the decedent’s life, to recover what they lost with the passing of the decedent.
The “full value of the life” means both the economic losses like the income he would have earned with a typical life expectancy and non-economic losses, like the loss of companionship. Georgia does not reduce potential future income by the living expenses the decedent would have incurred.
Recoverable Damages in a Wrongful Death Case
- Medical bills
- Funeral and burial costs
- Lost lifetime earning potential
- Loss of love and affection
- Loss of parental guidance
The personal representative of the estate can pursue these damages because the personal representative’s job is to manage the decedent’s assets, including restoring to the estate assets that would be part of the estate but for the wrongful actions of the defendant.
Loved ones (e.g., spouse and children of the deceased) are beneficiaries of the estate, and, generally, ultimately will receive the compensation recovered in the wrongful death action.
Talk to a lawyer at our firm about the value of a wrongful death settlement for your case.
How to Get Help with a Wrongful Death Claim
If your loved one died in an accident, the Law Office of Jason R. Schultz, P.C., can help you take legal action against the liable party or parties. Our team can help you prove liability and establish the value of your wrongful death case.
There is no charge for the consultation, and there is no obligation. We do not charge attorney fees until you recover compensation. Please call us today at 404-474-0804 for your free consultation.