Buford Wrongful Death Lawyer
In 2018, 86 people were killed in fatal traffic accidents in Gwinnett and Hall counties alone. Many of these tragic collisions were caused by speeding and alcohol, most frequently along the I-985, I-85 and 316 corridors.
Across the entire state of Georgia, more than 1,500 people lost their lives in traffic crashes in 2018. While sobering, these statistics are only a fraction of the thousands of Georgians who die as a result of negligence each year—and the spouses, kids and families that are left to pick up the pieces.
Nothing can compare to the hardships that each family must endure.
If you recently lost a loved one in a tragic accident, first we’d like to offer you our deepest condolences. In addition, we’d like to offer you our help.
No amount of money can replace the loss of life—whether it’s caused by negligence or while driving on Peachtree Industrial Road, Lanier Parkway, Suwanee Dam Road or another busy street in the area. But the unfortunate reality is that grieving families often don’t have enough time to process their loss before bills start piling up. What’s more, if the loved one you lost was the primary earner of the family, then you may be facing significant financial pressure during this already difficult and stressful time.
If your loved one’s untimely and sudden death was due to negligence, then you may be able to recover some monetary compensation under Georgia’s Wrongful Death Act. By contacting Scholle Law to learn more about your legal rights and options, we can help you become financially whole again and also ensure that the precious life lost receives some measure of justice. With our Buford injury attorneys by your side, the negligent person can be held responsible, and you and your family can get the assistance you need and the justice you deserve.
From our law offices in Duluth, Perimeter, Decatur, Lawrenceville and downtown Atlanta, we serve residents of Buford and communities throughout North Georgia. Visit our main office in Duluth, just 12 miles down the road from downtown Buford on I-985/I-85 S, on Sugarloaf Parkway (Exit 109).
Call us at (866) 592-1296 or contact us online for a free, no-obligation consultation with a Buford wrongful death lawyer.
Types of Compensation Available in Wrongful Death Cases
Often, the death of a loved one leaves more than just emotional damage. The negligent or intentional actions of others may have led to charges for emergency services or extensive hospital stays before your loved one passed away. Medical bills for personal injuries like spinal cord injury or brain injury can rack up in the thousands over just a few weeks or months.
In addition to the burden of funeral and burial expenses, the loss of income and financial support can continue to hurt your family by destroying your financial stability. You may even be at risk of losing your home, filing bankruptcy or not being able to pay for your children’s education.
It is for these reasons that the measure of damages for a Georgia wrongful death claim is the full value of the life of the deceased, including economic damages such as projected life income, as well as intangible damages like pain and suffering.
Charles Scholle strives to help every client get the best possible outcome to make dealing with these expenses a little bit easier.
Is there a time limit to file a wrongful death suit?
Yes. In Georgia, the time limit for filing a wrongful death case is typically two years from the date of death, per O.C.G.A § 9-3-33. However, there are special circumstances that could make that timeline shorter or longer.
For example, lawsuits involving government agencies may have shorter deadlines (as soon as six months), whereas loss of consortium claims may be filed up to four years after the death. If the case involves a criminal investigation, as in the case of drunk driving, then the civil statute of limitations may be paused (or “tolled”) until the criminal case is concluded.
As you can see, determining when the clock starts ticking on your wrongful death case can be complicated. Consult an experienced lawyer for answers regarding your specific case.
From our law offices in Duluth, Perimeter, Decatur and downtown Atlanta, we serve residents of Buford and communities throughout North Georgia. Visit our main office in Duluth, just 12 miles down the road from downtown Buford on I-985/I-85 S, on Sugarloaf Parkway (Exit 109).
Call us at (866) 592-1296 or contact us online for a free, no-obligation consultation with a Buford wrongful death lawyer.