Wrongful Death

Nothing can truly compensate you for the loss of a loved one, but the purpose of a wrongful death case is to cover some of the financial burden you have suffered – such as medical and funeral expenses – as well as a symbolic recovery for the emotional pain your family has suffered.

At Cathey & Strain, LLC, we have four decades of experience helping families through personal injury cases, including wrongful death. We understand the difficult emotions involved in bringing a lawsuit like this. We will guide you through your case with compassion, focusing on the issues important to you and your family.

In Georgia, the measure of damages in a wrongful death case is “the full value of the life” of the decedent. This is unique compared with many states, and every state has a different law in this regard. In Georgia, a wrongful death recovery involves both the tangible/economic elements of damages as well as intangible/human factors of damages as viewed from the perspective of the decedent. We always evaluate economic losses using a well-credentialed economist or actuary.

If your loved one suffered a catastrophic injury prior to death, such as brain damage or paralysis, you may have had to seek help with guardianships, life-care plans, special needs trusts or Medicare/Medicaid subrogation. The attorneys at Cathey & Strain, LLC know how to thoroughly evaluate every aspect of your case to recover the full amount of damages you deserve.