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A wrongful death occurs when someone else's negligence or misconduct causes an untimely death in the family. It can occur from medical malpractice, a car accident, a workplace accident, a defective or dangerous product, food poisoning, premises liability, a...
Every year in Georgia, there are many cases of wrongful death of students that involve negligence, carelessness or intentional acts. Unfortunately, these losses have been increasing, and families affected by these incidents should know their rights under the state's...
Driving while drunk is banned in Georgia for the safety of all road users. Persons found alcohol-impaired behind the wheel face serious penalties, which can even affect their entire lives. Still, thousands of people put their lives, and others, at risk by driving when...
In Georgia, spouses can file a wrongful death claim on behalf of their deceased spouse. If the claim elements are valid, the courts can rule their favor and award damages to the surviving spouse. Wrongful death cases might or might not have a jury trial. Many cases...
Losing someone you love in Georgia by no fault of their own can be difficult to process. It's possible that you could file a wrongful death claim in order to obtain compensation for everything from medical bills that have been incurred to funeral expenses. Here are a...
Experiencing the loss of someone close to your heart is incredibly sad. The emotional impact is heavier when the cause of the passing could have been avoidable. Family members of the deceased may be reluctant to file a lawsuit. There are, though, good reasons for...
When a loved one passes away unexpectedly, families may become devastated. If the death derives from someone’s negligence, anger and resentment could overwhelm survivors, leading them to take legal action. Georgia families could seek compensation in a wrongful death...
When the negligent actions of someone in the employ of the government, such as a police officer, result in the death of a person, sovereign immunity protects government entities in Georiga. However, there has been some controversy over when government insurance...
Teenage drivers do not have the experience that older motorists have. This means they may not know how to react when certain situations arise on the roadway. Teen motorists are also more prone to driving while distracted than older drivers, and studies show that...
Losing a loved one in an unexpected accident could devastate the surviving family members. Grief may turn to anger upon discovering that death results from careless negligence or a deliberate act. Georgia's criminal statutes address incidents of murder or...
