Wrongful Death Lawyer in Atlanta

Losing a loved one is devastating. An untimely death like this can be emotionally overwhelming trying to make sense of what happened and deal with the large void it leaves in the lives of those closest to the victim. And if the victim was a major breadwinner in the household, this can become a financial catastrophe as well.

While no amount of money can bring back a lost loved one, a wrongful death civil lawsuit is the best legal remedy that our justice system has to help compensate the victim’s close family members. Filing a wrongful death action is also important because those responsible (for your loved one’s death) should be held to account. Otherwise, it is more likely that their negligence or reckless actions will continue, and other families will be impacted by their actions.

If your loved one was involved in a fatal accident and you are considering filing a wrongful death lawsuit, it is very important to work with an attorney who has extensive experience pursuing these types of cases. Accidents are complicated, especially when there are multiple parties that could be at fault.

If you find yourself in this situation, Bailey, Javins, and Carter L.C. is here to help. Our firm has five decades of experience advocating for those who have lost someone close to them because of another party’s negligence or recklessness. We understand that you are going through a very difficult time, and we are here to help you pursue justice on behalf of your loved one. Call us today at 678-981-5370 for a free consultation to discuss your case.

Who Can Bring a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?

Each state has its own laws regarding who is allowed to file a wrongful death action. Generally, it can be brought by immediate family members (e.g., the surviving spouse if the victim was married, children, parents, etc.), or the personal representative of the decedent’s estate (on behalf of those family members that are eligible to recover damages). Speak with your attorney about the specific laws in the state in which the accident occurred.

Eligible family members can collect damages for a wide range of losses, which include:

• Medical expenses incurred to treat the injury before the victim died.
• Funeral and burial costs.
• Loss of projected future income the victim would have earned.
• Mental anguish and psychological distress.
• Loss of consortium.
• Loss of comfort, care, guidance, and support.
• Punitive damages (if the actions of those responsible are shown to be willful, malicious, or grossly negligent).

Contact Bailey, Javins, and Carter L.C. for Help with Your Wrongful Death Lawsuit

If you recently lost a loved one in a fatal accident, the experienced attorneys at Bailey, Javins, and Carter L.C. are here to help you pursue justice. Call us at 678-981-5370 or send us an online message to set up your free consultation and case evaluation.