When someone’s negligent actions rob you of a loved one, the financial impact often compounds the emotional trauma. Medical bills, funeral expenses, and lost family income can create immediate hardship, while the long-term financial consequences may affect your family for years to come. Wrongful death claims in Atlanta can provide compensation to help you overcome these extensive losses, but you may wonder: “How much is my lawsuit truly worth?”
Types of Compensation Available in a Wrongful Death Claim
There are two types of damages that a family can recover in a Georgia wrongful death lawsuit. The first category addresses the full value of your loved one’s life, including both economic and personal losses. This may include:
- Lost wages and benefits
- The loss of projected future earnings
- The loss of care, companionship, and guidance
The second category compensates the estate for expenses like medical bills from the final injury or illness, funeral costs, and other death-related expenses. An Atlanta personal injury attorney will work to maximize recovery in both categories so that no loss goes unaddressed.
Factors That Affect Your Overall Case Value
Multiple factors can influence the value of a wrongful death claim, making each case unique. For example, the age of your loved one at the time of death will play a major role; younger victims typically result in greater recoveries due to decades of lost future earnings and life experiences.
Education level, career trajectory, and salary history can also impact the final award. For example, a professional with established career growth typically generates higher compensation than someone early in their career path. If the deceased had surviving children, the court may award higher amounts of compensation to account for both their financial losses and the loss of parental guidance and support.
Wrongful Death Settlement Examples from Monge & Associates
Every wrongful death lawsuit is different, and the only way to know the value of your lawsuit is to get your case evaluated by an attorney. However, examining past settlements can help you understand the type of compensation possible in these claims. At Monge & Associates, we have a track record of securing meaningful recoveries for grieving families.
Some of our past wrongful death settlements include:
- $4 million settlement achieved for a person who died due to asbestos exposure; we demonstrated that the manufacturers knew of severe health risks since the 1940s but failed to warn workers of these life-threatening dangers.
- $2.5 million recovery secured for a family who lost a child in a swimming pool accident caused by negligent maintenance; they had previously received a lowball $100,000 offer.
- $1.2 million settlement obtained for a widow after the death of her husband, who was killed when another driver carelessly pulled out in front of his motorcycle.
Get Your Atlanta Wrongful Death Claim Evaluated Today
To understand the true value of a wrongful death claim, you need detailed legal analysis and deep experience handling these cases. The wrongful death lawyers at Monge & Associates possess the knowledge and resources to thoroughly evaluate your case and pursue maximum compensation for you and your family.
We will fight for your family’s full recovery and work tirelessly to protect your future. Call (678) 535-3938 today for a free consultation and learn how our lawyers can help you seek justice for your loved one.