Georgia Wrongful Death Involuntary Manslaughter

Losing a loved one to the actions of another is tragic. If your family member was the victim of involuntary manslaughter, the last thing you probably want to think about is filing a wrongful death lawsuit. However, our legal system allows the family of the deceased to file a wrongful death claim in order to recover damages for loss of companionship, mental anguish, and loss of potential earnings as well as punitive damages from the responsible person. An experienced wrongful death attorney can handle the legal and financial aspects of your loved one’s death while you heal from your loss.

Involuntary manslaughter is a form of homicide in which the accused killed another person through unlawful or negligent actions rather than malicious intent. One example of involuntary manslaughter is when a drunk driver kills another person: though the driver acted unlawfully, he or she did not do so with the purpose to harm another person. Medical malpractice and product liability cases are also examples of involuntary manslaughter.

Even if a person is charged with involuntary manslaughter in criminal court and is acquitted, the deceased’s family may file a wrongful death claim in civil court. Because the burden of proof is less in a civil rather than a criminal case, the family may get justice in the form of financial compensation. Criminal courts do not always award financial restitution to the victim’s survivors, so filing a civil claim may be the only way to recover damages.

If you have recently lost a loved one because of involuntary manslaughter, speak to a wrongful death attorney at Head, Thomas, Webb and Willis. We have 11 highly skilled Georgia attorneys with more than 150 years of collective experience. By working with a team of financial experts and economists, we can calculate an appropriate amount of damages you may be entitled to in order to secure your family’s financial future.

Our goal is to provide you with the best possible legal representation and handle your case with compassion. If you have any questions regarding your involuntary manslaughter wrongful death claim, please contact Head, Thomas, Webb and Willis today for a free consultation.