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When someone dies because of the actions of another person, the surviving family can file a wrongful death lawsuit. Every state has wrongful death laws, and it's essential to know the nuances that apply in your state. Georgia wrongful death lawsuits can only be...
Losing a loved one is one of the most tragic events in life. And the tragedy and pain is compounded if that loss is sudden and before that person's time. But sadly, all too many Georgia residents have experienced such losses. You may not be aware that you might have...
The state of Georgia has revised its policy on wrongful death damages due to medical malpractice. The new ruling involves placing a cap on the total amount of noneconomic damages that can be awarded due to this cause. These caps are still in place and have recently...
If you have lost a loved one in a car accident that was not their fault, you may be wondering what your next steps are. You may be entitled to file a wrongful death claim against the person or company responsible for the accident. This can help provide financial...
Heatstroke can have mild to deadly results. There are circumstances where heatstroke leads to wrongful death. For example, a coach may be liable for wrongful death if a player suffers from heatstroke under their watch. A school or coach in Georgia who is in charge of...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...