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Georgia Wrongful Death Lawsuit: Who Can File?

Losing a loved one is a sad, traumatic, and life-changing experience under any circumstance. However, it becomes more traumatizing when their death was another person’s fault or recklessness. In such cases, a Douglasville wrongful death

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How Is Wrongful Death Defined in Georgia?

Georgia has specific laws that stipulate what happens when someone hurts another due to a negligent/reckless action. These laws all fall under the term “personal injury.” They include medical negligence, car accidents, premises liability, defective

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Wrongful Death Actions vs. Survival Actions

Wrongful death actions in Georgia and survival claims share a common characteristic; they both deal with the aftermath of someone’s death. However, the similarities end there. Suits for wrongful death compensate the decedent’s family, whereas

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