Wrongful Death Attorneys in Georgia
Losing a loved one due to medical negligence is devastating. At Hanson Fuller, we help families who have experienced wrongful death due to healthcare provider errors. Our experienced attorneys guide you through the legal process, seeking justice and compensation so your family can focus on healing.
Understanding Wrongful Death in Georgia
A wrongful death occurs when a patient dies because of negligence or mistakes by healthcare providers. In Georgia, claims can be filed by the surviving spouse, children, or the deceased’s estate. To succeed, families must show that the healthcare provider:
- Owed a duty of care to the patient
- Breached that duty through negligence
- Directly caused the death
Common examples include misdiagnosis, surgical errors, medication mistakes, and delayed diagnosis.
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How Our Team Can Help
Wrongful death cases are complex and emotionally challenging. At Hanson Fuller, we provide:
- Case evaluation: Understanding your family’s situation and rights
- Evidence gathering: Reviewing medical records, expert reports, and more
- Legal guidance: Explaining the process and managing communications
- Compensation pursuit: Seeking economic and non-economic damages, including medical bills, funeral costs, lost income, and emotional suffering
Our track record speaks for itself.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A wrongful death case occurs when a person dies due to the negligence or misconduct of another, often a healthcare provider, and surviving family members seek compensation.
In Georgia, a wrongful death lawsuit can be filed by the surviving spouse, children, or the deceased’s estate.
Families may recover economic damages like medical bills, funeral costs, and lost income, as well as non-economic damages such as pain, suffering, and emotional distress.
The statute of limitations in Georgia for wrongful death due to medical malpractice is generally two years from the date of death.
Common causes include misdiagnosis, surgical errors, medication mistakes, delayed treatment, and failure to follow standard care procedures.
Yes. Wrongful death cases are legally complex and require experienced medical malpractice attorneys to prove negligence and secure compensation.
The timeline varies depending on case complexity, evidence gathering, and negotiations, but many cases take 12–24 months to resolve.
Yes. Many wrongful death cases are resolved through settlement, though some may go to trial if a fair resolution cannot be reached.
Evidence may include medical records, expert testimony, autopsy reports, and documentation showing the healthcare provider’s negligence directly caused the death
