Wrongful Death Claims

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If you’re watching this video, you may have lost a loved one recently due to the negligence of someone else, whether it be a drunk driver or a car crash or some other personal injury matter. You may be asking yourself, “What’s important to know about a wrongful death claim?” You need to know who the proper party to bring the claim. In Georgia, this is defined by statute. A lawyer experienced with wrongful death cases will be able to know who is the eligible party to bring the wrongful death claim forward. You also need to know what the claims are. In Georgia, there are two separate claims that can be made after a wrongful death: one claim belongs to the survivors of the deceased, such as the spouse, parents, or children, and the second claim belongs to the estate of the deceased person, of which there is a representative who will bring the claim.

You also want to know what types of damages can be recovered in a wrongful death claim. The survivor’s claim and estate claim may result in different damages. You will need an attorney who knows their way around these types of claims and who will use the right resources to make sure you recover the full compensation. Another important part of a wrongful death claim is liability. Who is at fault? There may be multiple parties. If you have lost a loved one in a commercial vehicle wreck, the driver or the trucking company or the manufacturers may be at fault. A responsible attorney will make sure you and your loved ones recover all you are entitled to after a tragic situation such as this.