Wrongful death lawsuits are civil cases. Within the legal system, civil cases do not involve sentences. Instead, civil cases result in rewards. You may wonder then if you can use a wrongful death lawsuit to punish the person responsible for your loved one's death....
Is there a time limit to file a wrongful death lawsuit?
In the legal system, the law often sets time limits for filing a case. This is true in the criminal and civil systems, and the time limit is known as the statute of limitations. The idea behind the statute of limitations is to allow for cases to come before a court...
How much does an unexpected funeral cost?
When tragedy strikes and you lose a loved one to a motor vehicle accident or medical malpractice, the last thing you may want to think about is the logistics of finances and funerals. The unexpected happens, you are reeling and you have to contend with both grief and...
Tragic Collision Kills Three – 13-month-old Survives
Traffic collisions leave too many pieces for people to pick up. Minor injuries like whiplash can become chronic pain, but it is in the instance of catastrophic injury and death that confusion can turn to terror. A recent accident in Forest Park shows how some cases...
What constitutes a wrongful death lawsuit?
Should your kin die due to murder, negligence or misconduct by someone else, you may sue for wrongful death. However, it would help if you prepared for either conviction or no conviction of the individual. The standard of proof you present to the court determines...
Largest jury award holds trucking company liable for five deaths
A lawsuit filed in Georgia resulted in what many believe ranks as the largest jury verdict award in history held against a trucking company. The Peach State jury found the company's driver responsible for the deaths of five individuals. The driver also faced charges...
Who can file for wrongful death in Georgia?
Losing a loved one, no matter what the circumstances are is heart-rending and difficult. In the event that the loved one's death was caused by the negligent actions of another entity, dealing with grief becomes even heavier. This is why it is possible in the State of...
Man found guilty of the crash that killed a Georgia deputy
When emergency vehicles are headed toward you or parked nearby, it's best to do what you can to be cautious. Not doing so can lead to a crash like this one, which resulted in a deputy's death. A man in Georgia has been found guilty of the crash that caused a deputy's...
Teen killed in attempt to steal vehicle; family sues
The family of a teenager who was killed by the police has decided to file a wrongful death lawsuit. According to the news report from Feb. 8, the 18-year-old teen was fatally shot by the Atlanta police after being accused of trying to steal an unmarked police vehicle....
Can you sue for wrongful death if the victim didn’t have a job?
If a person or entity is responsible for someone's death, they may face criminal charges, depending on the circumstances. A drunk driver who kills someone in a crash, for example, can end up behind bars for years. However, whether someone's actions or negligence rise...
