Savannah Wrongful Death Attorneys

Our Wrongful Death Lawyers Can Fight for Your Family

When people act negligently and cause fatalities, they should be held financially responsible. Our lawyers can help you hold the at-fault party accountable. We have recovered millions for past clients, and we intend to secure a fair outcome for your case, too.

There are many benefits to partnering with our firm. First, we understand the hardship you’re going through and can provide compassionate legal support throughout the entirety of your case.

Other benefits of working with our firm include:

• We develop strong relationships with our clients. We treat our clients like family, and we continue our relationship long after their cases end.
• Our attorneys seek maximum compensation for their losses. We fight for the financial recovery you need, even accounting for losses you haven’t incurred yet.
• We have handled many wrongful death cases. Our legal team knows how to navigate any complexities that arise. With us by your side, you can rest assured that your case is in good hands.
• We focus on all the legal issues, so you don’t have to. During these hard times, you should only have to focus on your friends and family. We can take the legal issues off your plate, so you can grieve in peace.
• We have a deep knowledge of wrongful death laws. With this knowledge, we can go head-to-head with the opposing attorneys and insurance companies, advocating for what you need.
• We protect you from the other parties. Right now, you’re grieving. You shouldn’t have to deal with uncooperative claims adjusters who don’t understand what you’re going through. That’s where we come in. We protect you from any party who doesn’t have your best interest in mind.

Our legal team gives each client the personalized attention they deserve. We intend to do everything possible to help injured people secure justice and compensation.

How Our Wrongful Death Attorneys in Savannah Fight for You?

After losing a loved one, you could face financial hardship. Maybe your loved one accrued a lot of medical bills or financially supported the family. These things can understandably strain your mental health and finances. Our wrongful death attorneys can help you avoid financial strife by filing a claim against the liable party.

We can:

• Communicate with the insurance company or opposing attorneys. Dealing with anything regarding the death of your loved one can bring up a lot of emotions. Our team can handle all communications regarding the case, so you don’t have to. Communicating with the involved parties can also ensure you don’t say anything that could harm your chances of recovering damages.
• Investigate the circumstances surrounding your loved one’s passing. We can review the accident or police report to determine the details of your loved one’s passing. Our team can review any evidence and documentation needed to build a case against the liable party.
• Identify the damages your family could recover. We could review the losses the surviving family members suffered as a result of their loved one’s death. With this information, we can know how much compensation to fight for. Our attorneys can work tirelessly to ensure we don’t leave any money on the table.
• Negotiate with the liable party to reach a fair settlement agreement. Our team has fierce negotiators who can fight with the insurer to reach an out-of-court settlement.
• Fight for your family to recover compensation in court. Although our goal is always to settle outside of court, sometimes, we can’t reach a fair agreement. In that case, we can bring your case to court and fight for your right to recover compensation in front of a judge and jury. Our team has seasoned litigators who know how to present a case and secure a successful outcome.

Having a lawyer by your side throughout legal proceedings could substantially promote your chances of recovering compensation. Our team can do what it takes to help you reach a successful outcome.

How Much Does a Wrongful Death Attorney in Savannah Cost?

After losing a loved one, we know your family could face significant financial hardship. That is why we don’t charge any upfront fees or costs to work with our team.

Instead, we offer:

• Free consultations: We can review your wrongful death case at no cost. During a no-obligation consultation, our team can answer your questions, explain your legal options, and describe how our attorneys can help. After the consultation, you can decide whether to partner with us.
• No out-of-pocket fees: When you work with our team, you will never have to pay any upfront or out-of-pocket fees. We work on a contingency-fee basis. This means you don’t have to pay for our legal services unless we win your case. Even then, you only pay us a percentage of your winnings.

There is no financial risk to working with the Savannah wrongful death attorneys at Buckhead Law Saxton Accident Injury Lawyers, P.C. We want you to have the opportunity to hold the party who caused your loved one’s death accountable without having to worry about legal costs.

Damages You Could Recover in a Wrongful Death Case

Compensable losses in your case may comprise:

• Loss of income. We can seek compensation for the income your loved one could have earned had they lived. Our attorneys can work with experts to determine the estimated value of your lost income.
• Loss of consortium. This accounts for the loss of companionship, counsel, and advice the decedent previously provided. Our team can determine this damage’s value based on your situation.
• Medical expenses. You can seek compensation for your loved one’s end-of-life healthcare costs. These costs could include life support, residency in hospice, and surgeries.
• The unexpected cost of laying your loved one to rest. Funerals and celebrations of life can cost a lot of money, especially if a lot of people want to attend. Through a wrongful death claim, you could recover compensation for those costs, along with burial/cremation expenses.
• Pain and suffering. You can seek reimbursement for the pain and suffering your loved one endured before their passing. You can also seek recovery for your own pain and suffering.

We aim to seek as much compensation as possible for your loved one’s death. We can review every loss you incurred and implement a customized plan of action.

We Can Evaluate Your Compensable Losses

You may wonder how much you can recoup in the aftermath of your loved one’s passing. Our team intends to recover everything you need to account for your economic and non-economic losses. We also want your settlement to reflect the hardships you’ve suffered and will continue to suffer in the future.

How much you can recover ultimately depends on your situation, including:

• The role of your loved one in your life
• The income your loved one made before their passing
• The cost of your loved one’s final healthcare expenses
• The details of your loved one’s passing

These are just some of the factors we can consider when determining what you’re owed.

Our Team Relies on Evidence to Prove Negligence in Your Wrongful Death Case

To recover compensation for wrongful death, we must prove that another party caused your loved one’s fatal injury.

Proving the other party’s responsibility requires us to prove negligence, which means showing:

• Duty of care: The other party owed your loved one a duty to act in a safe manner the same way expected of another reasonable person. This could mean driving safely, abstaining from intoxication, or not doing anything purposefully that could harm someone else.
• Breach of duty: The other party breached their duty and did not act safely. For instance, a motorist who drives under the influence of alcohol breaches their duty of care. Why? Because they put other people’s lives at risk.
• Causation: The breach of duty caused your loved one’s fatal injuries. Had the defendant exercised reasonable care, your loved one would not have passed away from their injuries.
• Damages: The surviving family members suffered damages because of the death of your loved one. As noted, damages could comprise medical bills, funeral costs, and other related expenses.

There are many types of evidence we can gather to prove negligence, including accident reports, police reports, arrest or criminal convictions, cell phone records, and witness statements.

Our team has handled many wrongful death cases and knows how to build a strong case proving negligence. You can learn more about our previous case results when you connect with us. We can also answer any questions you may have related to your legal options.

Three Things You Should Know About Wrongful Death Cases

As you consider your legal options, here are some things you should know:

Wrongful Death Cases Can Arise from Many Situations

Under Georgia law, wrongful death occurs when a death results from a crime or negligence. Our team manages wrongful death cases arising from:

• Car accidents
• Truck accidents
• Motorcycle collisions
• Pedestrian and bicycle accidents
• Rideshare collisions

Surviving spouses, surviving children, or surviving parents could recover compensation on behalf of the decedent.

You Generally Have Two Years to File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit

In Georgia, surviving family members generally have two years from the date of their loved one’s passing to file a civil lawsuit. After the two years is over, the chance of recovering compensation decreases significantly. That’s because the Georgia civil court system refuses to hear cases filed outside their filing deadline.

Our team manages all of the deadlines associated with your case, from your lawsuit’s filing deadline to notifying the liable insurer. That way, you don’t lose the right to recover fair compensation for your losses.

Wrongful Death Claims Work Similarly to Personal Injury Claims

A wrongful death claim is similar to a personal injury claim. You can file it against someone who knowingly or negligently caused the death of your loved one. The goal of a claim is to recover compensation from the liable party. To recover compensation, our attorneys can prove the defendant’s wrongful or negligent actions caused your loved one’s passing, so they should pay for your damages.

Just like with a personal injury case, you need evidence to secure a fair outcome.

We can investigate the circumstances of your loved one’s passing and gather supporting information, such as:

• Your loved one’s medical records
• Videos and photos of the accident scene (if available)
• Testimony from eyewitnesses and third-party field experts
• Your damages’ documentation, like receipts
• Physical evidence
• Messages between you and the involved parties

Connect With Our Compassionate Wrongful Death Lawyers in Savannah

If your loved one passed away because of someone else’s actions, you might not know where to turn. You can lean on the team at Buckhead Law Saxton Accident Injury Lawyers, P.C. We can provide the support you want through this difficult time. We know that recovering compensation won’t bring your loved one back, but it can help to ease the financial burden their death left on your family.

Contact our personal injury law firm in Savannah today for a free consultation. We can discuss the circumstances of your case and help you determine if you’re eligible to recover compensation on your loved one’s behalf. Our team can provide legal guidance. Call us now at (912) 200-9059 to explore your options.

Buckhead Law Saxton Injury & Accident Lawyers, P.C. – Savannah Office

100 Bull Street,
Savannah, GA 31401
Phone: +1912-200-9059