Catastrophic Injuries And Wrongful Death Require An Experienced Sandy Springs Injury Attorney
Following a catastrophic injury, it is critical to have a lawyer on your side who understands just how much is at stake. Your financial recovery must be sufficient to cover not only your immediate costs but also your future costs as well. For example, brain or spine injuries may prevent you or your loved one from ever working again. Your compensation must account not only for your lost earnings now but also for lost earnings or diminished earning capacity in the future. At The Goldman Firm, our Atlanta-based law firm has the experience you need during a very difficult time.
Working To Maximize Compensation For Life-Changing Injuries
Our Sandy Springs law firm represents people who have sustained all types of serious injuries, including:
- Back and spine injuries: These types of injuries can limit your movements and prevent you from working and enjoying everything life has to offer. In addition, injuries to the back and spinal cord can require a lengthy rehabilitation period. While you focus on your health, we will focus on your financial recovery.
- Paralysis: The most serious kind of spine injury results in partial or total paralysis. These injuries will forever change many different parts of a person’s life. At The Goldman Firm, we know how to implement a strategy that will give you the best possible chance of getting the financial resources you will need now and in the future.
- Closed-head and brain injuries: A brain injury can alter a person’s mood, memory, personality and ability to function. If someone you love has sustained a brain injury due to someone else’s negligence, we can help him or her recover the compensation necessary to live life to the fullest.
When necessary, our firm will work with experts to show your expected lost earnings and your expected future medical costs. If we have to take your case to trial, know that Steven Goldman has tried many cases in courts throughout Georgia. His trial experience will show the insurance companies that you are serious about your case.
Seeking Justice On Behalf Of A Loved One Killed By Negligence
Our Atlanta wrongful death attorney also serves families who have lost a loved one. If your loved one has died in an accident caused by another’s negligence or as the result of another’s intentional violent acts, we can assist you with all aspects of your case. This includes taking on insurance companies and protecting your interests during negotiations and litigation. Insurance companies don’t exist to protect injured people. The primary goal of an insurance company is to maximize its profits. Practically speaking, this means paying you as little as possible despite the extent of your losses.
No amount of money will bring back someone you have lost. However, fair compensation will help to reduce your concerns about medical bills, the loss of income or pension, funeral costs and other expenses affiliated with this loss. You shouldn’t be forced to handle all of these consequences alone.
Ready To Aggressively Litigate Any Type Of Wrongful Death Claim
Wrongful death claims in Fulton County can arise in the same situations as any personal injury claims. We represent clients with wrongful death claims arising from a wide range of circumstances, including:
- Fatal car accidents
- Trucking accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Boating and water accidents, including drowning
- Drunk driving accidents
- Dog bites
- Defective products
- Medical negligence
Wrongful death claims can also be brought against those who have killed another person through intentional acts of violence. The at-fault party can and should be prosecuted in criminal court, but a wrongful death claim (which is a civil court matter) can be used to seek financial compensation and accountability.
Answers To Frequently Asked Questions About Wrongful Death Lawsuits
Below, we’ve answered some of the questions most often asked by prospective clients.
What are the most common causes of wrongful death?
In Georgia, wrongful death can occur due to a variety of circumstances. Some of the most common causes include motor vehicle accidents and medical malpractice. Workplace accidents, especially in industries such as construction or manufacturing, also contribute to wrongful death cases.
Additionally, defective products, including unsafe machinery or contaminated pharmaceuticals, can cause fatal injuries. Finally, criminal actions such as assault or homicide also account for a number of wrongful death claims in Georgia.
What steps should be taken before filing a wrongful death claim?
Before filing a wrongful death claim in Georgia, it is important to take several key steps:
Step one: Gather all relevant documentation related to the incident, including medical records, accident reports and any correspondence with insurance companies.
Step two: Identify the legal representative who is eligible to file the claim, typically a close family member such as a spouse, parent or child.
Step three: Consult an experienced personal injury attorney to understand your rights and legal options.
You have the option of contacting an attorney first if you have questions or concerns about the first two steps. It is important to act quickly, however. You typically have just two years following the death of your loved one to file a legal claim.
What can a Georgia wrongful death claim cover?
A wrongful death claim in Georgia can cover a range of damages to help alleviate the financial and emotional burden on the surviving family members. These claims can include:
- Compensation for medical expenses incurred prior to the deceased’s death
- Funeral and burial costs
- The loss of income that the deceased would have provided
Additionally, families may seek damages for the loss of companionship, care and guidance that the deceased would have offered. In some cases, punitive damages may also be awarded if the death was caused by particularly egregious or reckless behavior.
Speak To Us Before Speaking With Fulton County Insurance Representatives
We accept all serious and fatal injury claims on a contingency fee basis, meaning you will not pay attorney fees unless we are successful in your case. Call 404-857-3505 or complete our online contact form to schedule your free initial consultation with our Sandy Springs injury law office.
