What is a Wrongful Death Claim?
Atlanta wrongful death lawyers at Brandon Hornsby, PC recognize that a wrongful death lawsuit alleges that the decedent was killed as a result of the negligence (or other liability) of the defendants, and that the surviving dependents or beneficiaries are entitled to monetary damages as a result of the defendant's conduct.

What if the Person Dies Before a Lawsuit is Brought?
Brandon Hornsby, PC has a team of qualified Atlanta wrongful death lawyers that recognize that the estate or surviving dependents assume the victim's cause of action against the defendant after the victim dies. The estate or surviving dependents assume the victim's cause of action against the defendant until the matter is settled or tried. In contrast, a wrongful death claim is a new cause of action which arises from the victim's death, and is brought by the surviving beneficiaries or dependents of the deceased victim. The team of Atlanta wrongful death lawyers at Brandon Hornsby, PC encourages you to contact a qualified legal professional to evaluate and explain any potential claims that you may have.

What Kinds of Damages are Recoverable in a Wrongful Death Claim?
Atlanta wrongful death attorneys at Brandon Hornsby, PC acknowledge that there are many types of damages which can be recovered in a wrongful death action, including:

1. Immediate expenses associated with the death (medical & funeral):
2. Loss of victim's anticipated earnings in the future until time of retirement or death;
3. Loss of benefits caused by the victim's death (pension, medical coverage, etc.);
4. Loss of inheritance caused by the untimely death;
5. Pain and suffering, or mental anguish to the survivors;
6. Loss of care, protection, companionship to the survivors;
7. General damages; and
8. Punitive damages.