FAQ Category: Wrongful Death FAQs
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How long do wrongful death cases take?
How long do wrongful death cases take? When a loved one has died due to another person’s negligent or wrongful actions, the deceased person’s family members are entitled to bring forth a wrongful death claim. Wrongful deaths are often caused by car accidents, truck accidents, work accidents, drug accidents, defective…
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Types of recovery for wrongful death?
If your loved one died as a result of another party’s misconduct or negligence, you could claim damages in a wrongful death lawsuit to retrieve the compensation you deserve. However, you’ll need an experienced personal injury lawyer on your side to get those damages. Visit Haug Law Group’s Personal…
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What are the most common causes of a wrongful death?
What are the most common causes of a wrongful death? A wrongful death occurs when one party’s negligent actions cause someone else’s death. A wrongful death claim is set forth by the victim’s family, typically the spouse and/or the children. The victim’s family can pursue legal…
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Who can recover for a wrongful death?
Who can recover for a wrongful death? When someone passes away at the hands of another, due to a criminal act, negligence or error, the survivors may choose to file a wrongful death lawsuit. In Atlanta, and throughout the state of Georgia, there…
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What is the statute for parental recovery of child’s death?
What is the statute for parental recovery of child’s death? Under statute O.C.G.A. 19-7-1, the Georgia Parental Power and Recovery for the Homicide of a Child Statute, it is outlined who has the right to recovery. It also details how the right to…
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What is Georgia’s wrongful death statute of limitations?
When someone is killed as the result of someone’s error or negligence, or a defective product, a wrongful death lawsuit may be initiated. There are specific rules in Atlanta, and throughout Georgia, regarding the filing of these types of lawsuits. When a victim’s…