Georgia Wrongful Death Court Process

When a person loses his or her life because of the negligence or misconduct or another person or party,the victim’s family may file a wrongful death lawsuit in order to recover damages from the liable party. By hiring an experienced wrongful death attorney, you can increase your chances of receiving the maximum amount of damages for your tragic loss. If you have recently lost a loved one as a result of another party’s actions, you should speak to an attorney who will examine your case in order to determine if you have a valid wrongful death claim.

In order to prepare your wrongful death claim, your attorney must first obtain all of your loved one’s medical records and collect evidence that can be used to prove that the defendant is liable for his or her actions. If the wrongful death occurred during a vehicle accident, an attorney may hire an accident reconstruction specialist to investigate the accident scene in order to determine who was responsible. If this specialist finds that the other driver was under the influence or texting while driving, this evidence of negligence can be used to prove the plaintiff’s case.

If a defective product was responsible for your loved one’s wrongful death, your attorney will prepare a strict liability case against the manufacturer. In order to win a strict liability case, your attorney must show that the manufacturer produced and sold a defective product that caused wrongful death.

Not all wrongful death claims are settled in court. If the responsible party had insurance, your wrongful death attorney may negotiate with his or her insurance company in order to recover compensation for your loss. If your attorney and the insurance company do not come to an agreement, a wrongful death lawsuit may be filed.

If your case goes to trial, a judge or jury may hear your case in order to determine if the defendant was liable for your loved one’s wrongful death and the amount of damages that may be recovered.

At Head, Thomas, Webb and Willis, our attorneys have helped countless families through the Georgia wrongful death court process. Our number one goal is to provide families with skilled legal representation in order to recover damages and obtain justice for their loss. To speak with a wrongful death attorney, please contact our firm today.