Why Should You Contact Georgia Wrongful Death Lawyers to Pursue Your Claim

Posted by Westmoreland, Patterson, Moseley & Hinson, L.L.P. on March 6th, 2018

Death of a family member or a dear friend is always sorrowful. Unfortunately the grieving process gets further intensified when the person has been a victim of wrongful death. You not only feel sad but are determined to get justice for your near and dear ones. While money cannot really compensate for the loss of a dearly loved person, obtaining the rightful compensation will only help you to get along with life in future. However, the process is not simple. There are many factors involved here. The best way forward for you is to contact the top Georgia wrongful death lawyers with the details. 

Check out the facts below:- 

What is Wrongful Death? 

The death of an individual caused by gross negligence or serious mistakes made by another individual, team or organizations. 

Possible Causes 

• Vehicle Accidents
• Medical Malpractice
• Dangerous Products
• Work Place Accidents
• Construction Site Accidents 

What Does The Law State? 

The Georgia Statue allows legal action to be taken against the guilty party and the victim’s family can ask for compensation for such an occurrence. “A claim for wrongful death can be brought when there is a death caused by the negligent, reckless, intentional, or criminal actions or another person, company, or business.”  The claim should be made within two years of the death occurring ideally in accordance with the ‘statute of limitations.’ 

Who Can Claim Compensation? 

• The spouse of the dead person
• Children of the victim
• Surviving Parent/Parents
• Other Heirs
• Executor Of the person’s Estate 

Compensation Includes 

• Money equal to an amount the deceased person earned.
• Compensation for loss of parent / companionship
• The savings that the person had
• Compensation for financial dependency on the deceased person.
• Medical and death expenses incurred. 

Why should you consult a Georgia wrongful death lawyer? 

The attorney is knowledgeable about the procedure and will conduct a thorough investigation by consulting all experts in the required area before making a compensation claim on your behalf.  He will be able to prove that:- 

• The death is the outcome of negligence or error on part of the other party.
• Death was caused by the incident in question.
• The family/heirs of the deceased were financially dependent.
• It has affected the family of the deceased adversely.
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Contact the best wrongful death attorney in Georgia and get the satisfaction of receiving the compensation due to you.