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Chattanooga Wrongful Death Lawyers Serving Northwest Georgia And Southeast Tennessee

At Harriss and Hartman Law Firm, P.C., our lawyers understand the difficult circumstances you are going through after losing a loved one as a result of a fatal accident. Such a situation is emotionally devastating. Besides dealing with your grief, you may have concerns about finances and how to pay for medical and funeral expenses.

If the loved one is a parent, then, understandably, there will be concerns about who will take care of the children. If the deceased is a spouse, there may be significant wage loss issues. Our attorneys can help you through this difficult time. They will take the time to work with you and provide you with the legal advice, counsel and legal representation you need. While they can’t bring the loved one back, our lawyers can provide assistance in filing a wrongful death lawsuit and will do what they can to reduce further suffering.

With more than 100 combined years of legal experience, our Chattanooga wrongful death lawyers are dedicated to providing personalized quality service, whether you are in Chattanooga in Tennessee, Rossville in Georgia or the surrounding areas. Contact us today for a free consultation at 706-406-1649 or complete our contact form.

What Is A Wrongful Death Claim?

The law allows parents, spouses and children to receive compensation for the death of a loved one. Usually, our attorneys bring such lawsuits against the individual or business at fault. They also frequently name insurance companies as parties in such suits because of applicable motor vehicle or property insurance policies.

In a wrongful death lawsuit in Tennessee or Georgia, you can recover for:

Lost wages and other income
Loss of companionship, comfort and advice
Pain and suffering
Other expenses

Our Chattanooga wrongful death lawyers have the experience, knowledge and resources to demonstrate negligence and prove who is responsible for paying compensation. They work to discover all applicable insurance policies and aim to hold insurance carriers to the terms within those policies.

Our lawyers will give your case their personal attention from the moment you arrive at our office until it is resolved, whether through settlement, trial or appeal.

Who Can File A Wrongful Death Claim In Georgia And Tennessee?

In Georgia, a surviving spouse can bring a wrongful death action. A child can do this when there is no surviving spouse, and a parent can bring an action when there is no surviving spouse or child. If there is no surviving spouse, child or parent, then the administrator or executor of the deceased person may bring an action for wrongful death and hold the amount recovered for the benefit of the deceased person’s next of kin.

In Tennessee, only certain persons can file a wrongful death lawsuit. These include the deceased person’s spouse; child or next of kin if there is no surviving spouse; parent, in some cases; or personal representative.

What Are Common Causes Of Wrongful Death?

Wrongful death can occur in various circumstances, often resulting from someone else’s negligence or reckless behavior. Among the common causes of wrongful death are:

Our experienced Chattanooga wrongful death lawyers will thoroughly investigate the circumstances surrounding the death and hold the responsible parties accountable. They will work tirelessly to ensure that you take informed legal action by pursuing fair compensation to help you move forward.

Do Georgia And Tennessee Put A Cap On Wrongful Death Damages?

In Georgia, there is no cap on wrongful death damages, allowing families to recover the full extent of their losses. In Tennessee, the cap on noneconomic damages, such as pain and suffering, is $750,000. However, there is no cap on economic damages, such as funeral expenses, medical expenses and lost wages.

Representing Clients Throughout Northwest Georgia And Southeast Tennessee

Contact Harriss and Hartman Law Firm, P.C., for a free initial consultation by calling 706-406-1649. We will not charge you any fee unless our team recovers compensation for you.