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Key Highlights: If the uninsured driver was under the influence, they will likely face serious legal consequences, including charges for driving under the influence (DUI) and fines for not having insurance. However, this doesn’t guarantee compensation for you. You may need to rely on your uninsured motorist coverage to pay… Continue reading What if the Uninsured Driver Was Under the Influence in Georgia?

Key Highlights: Losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence is a devastating experience, leaving families to deal with both emotional and financial burdens. In Georgia, wrongful death settlements aim to provide financial relief while holding the responsible parties accountable. But what can families realistically expect to receive? Wrongful… Continue reading What Is the Average Wrongful Death Settlement in Georgia?

Key Highlight: In a wrongful death trial in Georgia, families can expect a structured legal process. This includes jury selection, opening statements, presenting evidence like medical records and expert testimonies, cross-examinations, and closing arguments. The trial aims to determine negligence and award compensation for losses such as emotional suffering, financial… Continue reading What to Expect in a Wrongful Death Trial in Georgia

A wrongful death in Georgia occurs when a person’s life is lost due to the negligence, recklessness, criminal actions, or intentional misconduct of another individual or entity. Under Georgia law (O.C.G.A. § 51-4-1), wrongful death provides legal grounds for surviving family members to seek justice and compensation for their loss.… Continue reading What Qualifies as a Wrongful Death in Georgia?

When a loved one dies unexpectedly due to a doctor’s error or medical negligence, the loss can be devastating for families who trusted their healthcare provider. In Georgia, wrongful death claims allow families to seek justice when a doctor’s failure to meet standard care directly leads to a fatal outcome.… Continue reading What to Know About Wrongful Death Claims Against a Doctor in Georgia

Key Highlights: In Georgia, wrongful death lawsuits can be filed by the deceased’s spouse, children, parents, or the representative of their estate, as outlined in O.C.G.A. § 51-4-2. These claims ensure justice for the deceased while providing financial support to surviving family members. When someone dies because of another person’s… Continue reading Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Georgia?