When negligence takes someone’s life, the loss is devastating—and preventable. We help families hold responsible parties accountable and seek justice for what was taken.
When You Lose Someone You Love, We Help You Take a Stand
A wrongful death claim isn’t about money. It’s about answers, accountability, and ensuring the same tragedy doesn’t happen to someone else. At Parrish Law Firm, we represent families across Atlanta who’ve lost loved ones due to another party’s careless or reckless behavior. We handle these cases with care, discretion, and determination.
What Qualifies as Wrongful Death in Georgia?
Georgia law defines wrongful death as a death caused by another person or company’s negligent, reckless, or intentional act. We handle claims involving
- Fatal car, truck, or motorcycle crashes
- Pedestrian or bicycle deaths
- Medical malpractice and surgical errors
- Nursing home abuse or neglect
- Dangerous property conditions
- Defective products or unsafe machinery
- Workplace negligence or construction site accidents
If someone else caused the death—even accidentally—you may have legal options.
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
Georgia allows the following people to file:
- The
spouse of the deceased (and any minor children)
- If no spouse, the
adult children
- If no children, the
parents of the deceased
- If no parents, the
executor of the estate
We help families navigate this process, file correctly, and avoid internal conflict during an already painful time.
Imagine This
A young father is struck by a delivery van while biking home from work near Decatur Square. He dies at the hospital. The van was speeding and failed to yield at an intersection. After an investigation, it's discovered the driver had multiple safety violations on record. In situations like these, we can help the family recover full wrongful death damages, including lost lifetime earnings and support for his surviving children.
Damages Available in a Georgia Wrongful Death Claim
There are two separate claims that may be pursued:
- Wrongful Death Claim (on behalf of survivors):
- Loss of the deceased’s income and financial support
- Loss of companionship and care
- Funeral and burial costs
- Estate Claim (on behalf of the estate):
- Medical expenses before death
- Conscious pain and suffering
- Other economic losses
We work with economists, grief experts, and investigators to fully value your case.
Let’s talk about your case before time runs out.
FAQs: Atlanta Wrongful Death Cases
How long do I have to file?
The statute of limitations in Georgia is usually 2 years from the date of death. Certain exceptions may apply.
What’s the difference between wrongful death and criminal charges?
A wrongful death lawsuit is a civil claim for financial compensation. It can proceed even if the at-fault party is not charged criminally.
Can more than one person file a claim?
Only one wrongful death claim can be filed, but multiple beneficiaries may share in the recovery. We can help clarify rights based on family structure.