Wrongful Death Lawyer in Newnan, GA

Lost a loved one to someone's negligence? Our wrongful death lawyer in Newnan, GA fights for your family's justice. No fee unless we win.

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Wrongful Death Lawyer in Newnan, GA — Standing Up for Families Left Behind

Your Family Has a Right to Just Compensation

Losing a loved one is very traumatic, especially when their death is only because someone else was careless. The State of Georgia recognizes that life is precious and valuable. Families frequently rely on financial support that was provided by the deceased. Georgia citizens work hard to support themselves and their families, and when their lives are needlessly taken, the surviving spouse, parent, or family is entitled to the full value of life of the deceased, including the income they would have earned during a lifetime of work. They are also entitled to compensation for their loss of enjoyment of life and the things they cherished doing with loved ones and friends.

Families absolutely deserve to be compensated when they lose a loved one due to someone else being careless, and The Cummins Firm seeks just compensation for the families left behind. In addition to compensatory damages, sometimes punitive damages are appropriate in a case to punish or deter careless people from causing wrongful death again.

Why You Need a Wrongful Death Attorney on Your Side

Unfortunately, most of the time the careless parties and their insurance companies don't care about the deceased or their loved ones. They fight hard to protect their money and refuse to pay fair compensation. It is vitally important that the families of anyone who suffers a wrongful death retain a wrongful death attorney in Newnan, GA, immediately to protect their rights, secure important evidence, and aggressively pursue their damage claims.

It's also vitally important that people not talk to the careless driver's insurance company or their investigators. Those parties are not your good neighbor and they are not there to lend you a helping hand. They want to save money for their insurance company, and if possible pay no money at all or pay a smaller amount than people deserve. When people have lost a loved one due to an accident, they need to secure their own attorney as soon as possible to protect their interests. Call The Cummins Firm before you speak to the insurance company or any other interested parties. We will make sure that the liable parties take responsibility, and do the right thing for you and your loved one.

No Fee Until We Win Your Case

The Cummins Firm is experienced, thorough, and dedicated to pursuing all of the damages allowed by Georgia law to compensate our clients for wrongful death claims. Call us for a free consultation. There is no obligation to hire us, but if you decide to retain our firm we will fight hard for you and your family, and you will owe no fee until we win your case. At that time, our fees would be an agreed percentage of the settlement or verdict we obtain for you. Put simply, if we don't get you any compensation, you won't owe us any attorney's fees.

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Call The Cummins Firm today at 678-590-5590 for more information on how we can help you with your case. We represent clients across Newnan and Coweta County. 

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Cases We Handle

Personal Injury

Injured through no fault of your own? Our personal injury attorney in Newnan, GA fights to level the playing field and get you full compensation.

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Wrongful Death

Losing a loved one due to someone else's negligence is devastating. Our wrongful death attorney in Newnan, GA stands with your family every step of the way to make sure you get justice and compensation for your loss.

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Car, Truck & Motorcycle Accident

From rear-end collisions to 18-wheeler crashes, our auto and motorcycle accident lawyer in Newnan, GA has over 30 years of experience getting our clients full compensation for their injuries and damages.

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DUI Law

A DUI charge can change your life. Our DUI lawyer in Newnan, GA brings decades of experience on all sides of the law to protect your future.

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Criminal Defense

Every citizen deserves to be treated fairly. Our criminal defense lawyer in Newnan, GA reviews every detail of your case and stands in your corner.

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Wrongful Death Q&A

What qualifies as a wrongful death claim in Georgia?

Under Georgia law, a wrongful death claim arises when a person dies as a result of another party's negligent, reckless, or intentional actions. Common wrongful death cases include fatal car accidents, truck crashes, motorcycle collisions, and criminal acts. If your loved one died due to someone else's wrongdoing in Newnan, GA, or the surrounding area, a wrongful death attorney at The Cummins Firm can help you pursue justice and compensation. 

What damages can be recovered in a Georgia wrongful death case?

The Georgia wrongful death law allows families to recover the full value of the life of the deceased, which includes both the economic value of their contributions such as lost income and services and the intangible value of their life's experiences. The estate may also pursue a separate survival action to recover funeral expenses, medical costs prior to death, and other losses. Our wrongful death attorney in Newnan, GA is committed to pursuing every avenue of recovery for grieving families.

Can I file a wrongful death suit if the at-fault party was also charged criminally?

Yes. Criminal proceedings and civil wrongful death lawsuits are separate legal actions in Georgia. A criminal prosecution is brought by the state to punish the offender, while a wrongful death lawsuit is a civil action brought by the family to seek financial compensation. The outcome of a criminal case does not prevent your family from pursuing a civil wrongful death lawsuit. In fact, a criminal conviction can strengthen your civil case. Our Newnan wrongful death lawyer will guide you through both processes if applicable.

Who is eligible to file a wrongful death lawsuit in Georgia?

In Georgia, the right to file a wrongful death lawsuit is governed by the Wrongful Death Act. The surviving spouse has the primary right to file. If there is no spouse, surviving children may file. If there are no surviving children, the deceased's parents may bring the claim. In certain circumstances, the estate may pursue a wrongful death claim on behalf of the family. Our Newnan wrongful death lawyer can help determine who has standing in your specific case.

How long do I have to file a wrongful death claim in Georgia?

Georgia law generally requires wrongful death claims to be filed within two years of the date of death. However, there are exceptions such as when the death involves a government entity, which may require earlier notice, or when criminal proceedings are ongoing. Missing this deadline could bar your family from recovering any compensation. Contact The Cummins Firm Newnan wrongful death attorney as soon as possible to protect your family's legal rights.

How is compensation calculated in a wrongful death case in Georgia?

Wrongful death compensation in Georgia is based on the full value of the life of the deceased. Courts consider the decedent's age, health, earning capacity, life expectancy, and the non-economic value of their life experiences. Economic losses such as projected lifetime income, benefits, and household contributions are calculated with the help of financial and medical experts. Our Newnan wrongful death attorney works with qualified experts to build a strong, evidence-based damages case to get your family's full recovery.

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