If a negligence-related accident takes the life of someone you love, the pain and trauma can be devastating. If you are grappling with the loss of a loved one, we at Clay Taulbee Myers wish to help you through this difficult time.
We believe in seeking justice for those whose lives have been turned upside down because of the negligent actions of another person or entity. Our firm can help you in bringing a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of your loved one to hold the person or entity responsible accountable.
Filing a wrongful death claim can help you recover compensation for:
- Funeral/burial expenses
- End-of-life medical care
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of companionship
- Loss of financial support
Is There A Time Limit For Wrongful Death Claims In Georgia?
The statute of limitations in Georgia disallows personal injury victims and/or their families from seeking compensation through a claim or lawsuit two years after the date of the accident. Under certain circumstances, such as lawsuits against municipalities, this window of opportunity is even shorter. If your loved one sustained an injury but lived for weeks, months, or even years after the incident, the court still calculates the statute of limitations from the date of the original accident.
Wrongful Death Lawsuit Eligibility In Georgia
Georgia law delineates a hierarchy of who can file a lawsuit for the wrongful death of a loved one. This means that only certain relatives have the right to file, leaving others without the option to seek financial compensation.
Spouse – Under Georgia law, surviving spouses have the primary right to seek compensation. However, if children survive the victim as well, the spouse can file a wrongful death lawsuit and split the award with the children.
Children – If the victim did not leave behind a spouse, but was survived by children, the children would have the primary right to seek compensation on behalf of their deceased parent. If there is an award, it would be split evenly.
Parents – In some cases, parents have the right to seek compensation for the wrongful death of their child. However, they would only be entitled to file a lawsuit if the victim was not survived by a spouse or any children.
Estate – If the deceased victim is not survived by a spouse, children, or living parents, a wrongful death lawsuit can be filed by the deceased’s estate. In this case, the estate would pass the claim to the victim’s next of kin.
We’re Here To Support You During This Difficult Time
At Clay Taulbee Myers, we have garnered a reputation for being honest and accessible. Our Atlanta wrongful death lawyers are personally invested in each case we accept, which explains our relentlessness – both inside and outside of the courtroom. Through our client-centered, family-forward approach, our firm is proud to have achieved results of multi-million dollars for our clients.
Before deciding to move forward with your claim, we know you probably want to talk about it with the attorneys at our firm first. In our free initial consultation, we give you the answers and guidance you need to feel more at ease with the decisions you and your family make. We will guide you through the entire process, step by step. Please contact our office for more information.
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