Macon Wrongful Death Lawyer

Losing a loved one is incredibly difficult. As any Macon wrongful death lawyer can attest, that loss is made even worse for families when the death was a result of negligence. Such wrongful death tragedies are devastating emotionally and, in many cases, financially.

A wrongful death lawyer from the Mann Law Firm can help Macon and Middle Georgia residents who have suffered a wrongful death in their family to obtain compensation. If a member of your family has been killed as a result of a negligent act, contact a Macon wrongful death attorney today at (478) 742-3381 or through our online form for a free initial consultation about your legal options.

Why You Should Hire a Macon Wrongful Death Lawyer

The negligent party who caused the death of your loved one should be held liable, but you should not file a claim on your own without consulting an experienced wrongful death attorney.  You only have one chance to fight for compensation.  Let an attorney who understands the law do the difficult work for you.  Also, a Macon wrongful death lawyer will:

• Discuss your case with you to estimate how much your family could receive in compensation
• Analyze police, first responder, and death reports
• File any documents with the insurance companie
• Negotiate with the lawyers at the insurance companies to come up with a fair settlement for your claim
• Take your case to trial if a fair settlement is not reached.

If you have a problem with your home, you call an expert to fix it.  The same thing goes for wrongful death claims, but the stakes are higher.  Have a knowledgeable Macon wrongful death lawyer take on your claim.

Why Choose Us?

In a sea of wrongful death attorneys, the Mann Law Firm stands above the rest.  A few of the top reasons to hire the Mann Law Firm for your claim include:

• David Mann used to be in-house defense counsel for a large insurance company.  He uses this knowledge to fight against insurance companies that want to pay out a claim for less than it is worth.
• We have secured high jury verdicts and settlements, many in the 7 figures.
• Our clients have provided rave reviews about our services.
• We truly care about our clients.  At the Mann Law Firm, you are not treated as a number — you are treated as a person.

If your loved one was injured in a wrongful death accident and you don’t know where to turn, call the Mann Law Firm today at (478) 742-3381.  We will put you at ease.

Who is Eligible For Compensation Following a Wrongful Death.

Georgia law, in Title 51, Chapter 4, outlines who can seek compensation in a wrongful death lawsuit and how damages (i.e., compensation) can be calculated and paid to eligible survivors.

• Generally, first the spouse and then the children of a person who has died a wrongful death are eligible for compensation.
• If there is no spouse or child, then the parents of the deceased have a right to a claim.
• If there is no spouse, child, or parent, then a personal representative may be appointed who will be eligible to make a claim for damages, which will be held for the remaining “next of kin” as determined by the courts, including siblings of the deceased.

What Constitutes Wrongful Death?

To prevail in a wrongful death lawsuit, an eligible survivor, or the estate, must show that a wrongful or negligent act on the part of the defendant(s) caused the death.

The law does not indicate that any specific causes of death are eligible or ineligible for wrongful death claims. Therefore, if an unexpected death occurs, it is crucial that surviving family members contact an experienced Macon wrongful death lawyer. Someone’s negligence may have caused the death.

Investigating Wrongful Death Claims

A wrongful death case requires a thorough investigation. Documents should be obtained and witnesses should be interviewed while their memories are fresh. People who lose a loved one on whom they depended financially and emotionally deserve to be compensated for their losses, but aggressive legal help is usually required to realize that goal. Attorneys at the Mann Law Firm can obtain the information crucial to your case.

The Mann Law Firm Answers Your Frequently Asked Questions

HOW LONG DO YOU HAVE TO FILE A WRONGFUL DEATH CASE IN GEORGIA?

A person filing a wrongful death case in Georgia has two years from the date of the death to file a wrongful death claim. After this two-year statute of limitations passes, you will be unlikely to successfully file a wrongful death case. If the case involves criminal conduct, however, the wrongful death case cannot begin until the criminal case is resolved.

WHO CAN FILE A WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM?

A person filing a wrongful death claim must have a direct familial relationship to the decedent. An employer or a friend, for example, cannot file a wrongful death claim. Family members who can file a claim include the accident victim’s spouse, children, and parents. If none of those parties can file a claim, the person representing the decedent’s estate can file a wrongful death claim.

WHAT DAMAGES ARE AWARDED FOLLOWING A WRONGFUL DEATH CASE?

Damages awarded following a wrongful death case can vary. However, damages often include compensation for lost income that a deceased person would have provided.

CAN PUNITIVE DAMAGES BE AWARDED FOLLOWING A WRONGFUL DEATH?

Punitive damages are not as commonly offered, as they involve extra compensation on top of what’s normally awarded. However, a wrongful death lawyer may be able to make a case for punitive damages.

HOW MUCH IS MY WRONGFUL DEATH CASE WORTH?

A monetary value can never be placed on the loss of someone’s life. Determining a wrongful death case’s worth, then, often comes down to a Macon wrongful death attorney’s analysis of quantifiable values.

HOW LONG DOES A WRONGFUL DEATH CASE TAKE?

The time frame for a wrongful death case in Georgia is affected by various factors. Cases could be resolved in several weeks or may take years.

Causes of Wrongful Death

Incidents that may lead to a wrongful death lawsuit include, but are not limited to:

• Car accidents, including those caused by drunk or drugged drivers and distracted drivers, often necessitate the assistance of a seasoned legal professional specializing in these cases, commonly referred to as a personal injury lawyer, to navigate the legal complexities and seek justice for the victims.
• Commercial truck accidents – including incidents in which a truck driver or a carrier company has violated Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations.
• Motorcycle accidents – including those caused by drunk or drugged drivers and distracted drivers.
• Medical malpractice, including claims against a health care provider or a medical facility, can lead to a medical malpractice lawsuit, which seeks legal recourse for instances of negligence or substandard care.
• Construction accidents – caused by any number of on-the-job construction site risks.
• Violent crimes – including cases of crime facilitated by deficient security at a public place.
• Defective products – including drugs, medical devices, vehicles, equipment, and other products that can have deadly defects.
• Over-serving – alcohol served to an intoxicated person resulting in an accident due to intoxication.
• Nursing home negligence and abuse – negligence or abuse resulting in a nursing home resident’s needless death.

Contact A Macon Wrongful Death Attorney Today

If a loved one of yours has died as a result of a negligent or intentionally harmful act, an experienced Macon wrongful death lawyer from the Mann Law Firm can help you obtain the compensation that you and your family are owed. No amount of financial damages will make up for a lost loved one. But you should not have to face added financial stresses on top of grief.

Residents in Macon, Dublin, Warner Robins, Milledgeville, and other parts of Georgia can contact an experienced wrongful death lawyer today at (478) 742-3381. We invite you to schedule a free and confidential initial consultation about your case.