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The Wrongful Death Claims Process in Atlanta, GA

Wrongful death claims are similar to other personal injury cases. However, it’s usually more challenging to put a dollar amount on the worth of a loved one’s life and the non-tangible effects their loss has on the family.

That’s why the first thing you should do is consult an experienced wrongful death attorney. They will answer your questions and guide you through the wrongful death claims process.

1. Determining liability

In a wrongful death claim, you seek to hold the liable party accountable for the death of your loved one. To do so, you must first identify those liable. Depending on the negligent actions that caused the death, the liable party can be:

• Motor vehicle drivers
• Medical staff
• Manufacturers
• Healthcare providers and pharmaceutical companies

2. Gathering evidence

To win a wrongful death case, you not only need to prove the liability of the defendant but also justify the settlement amount you are seeking. It’s crucial to build compelling narratives about your loved one’s life and how their death has affected you and your family. Your wrongful death attorney will collect and file medical records, expert statements, testimonies, and all the necessary evidence with your demand letter.

3. Negotiating a settlement

After filing your demand letter with the at-fault party’s insurance company, the assigned adjuster will investigate the case and review your demand letter. They can either accept your request or make a counteroffer. Your attorney will negotiate with the adjuster to ensure you are fairly compensated.

4. Filing a wrongful death lawsuit

While most wrongful death cases are settled out of court, filing a lawsuit in a civil court may be your only way to obtain the compensation you deserve. If all negotiations with the at-fault party fail, you are entitled to take your case to court. Your wrongful death attorney will file a complaint with the appropriate court and prepare you for the legal process.

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in Atlanta?

According to Georgia’s wrongful death law, only the individuals listed below may file wrongful death lawsuits:

• The surviving spouse of the deceased person
• The child or children if the spouse is deceased
• The parents if the deceased had no spouse or children
• The estate executor or administrator if there are no surviving spouse, children, or parents

Damages Recovered in Wrongful Death Claim

Wrongful death cases are always difficult and painful. No amount of money can ever bring back a loved one. As wrongful death lawyers, our goal is to make sure our clients and their families receive the resources they need to maintain the same standard of living, send kids to college, continue paying for health care, insurance, mortgages, or anything else the loss of their loved one may have jeopardized.

Atlanta wrongful death attorneys at the Dressie Law Firm are passionate about helping those wrongfully hurt recover the maximum compensation for their damages, and we have repeatedly succeeded in doing so.

For over two decades, our personal injury lawyers have helped thousands in Atlanta and beyond and managed to recover over 30 million dollars in verdicts. When you work with a Dressie Law Firm attorney, you know you are getting the legal representation you need to prevail.

Contact us today to schedule your free consultation!

Frequently Asked Questions

How Soon Should I Submit a Wrongful Death Claim?

According to OCGA §9-3-33, a wrongful death suit must be brought within two years of the decedent’s passing. However, the sooner you act, the higher your chances of obtaining fair compensation. The process can take months to settle if not years. You should take this into consideration if you think your claim will go to court.

How Is Wrongful Death Settlement Split Among Family Members?

Any recovered amount for a wrongful death claim must be equally divided between the deceased person’s spouse and children or the surviving family members. However, a spouse cannot get less than one-third of the settlement.