Statutes of Limitations and the Discovery Rule for Wrongful Death in Georgia
Wrongful death occurs when an individual dies due to the negligence or wrongdoing of another party.
Following a wrongful death, it may be possible for survivors of the deceased to bring a lawsuit seeking money damages from the wrongdoer. But it is critical to meet with a wrongful death attorney in Georgia as soon as possible to determine your right to do so and to avoid missing the legal deadline for filing suit.
Every state makes its own rules for wrongful death lawsuits. Don't make the big mistake of thinking that rules and deadlines that you've heard apply in other states also apply in Georgia. Consult with a wrongful death attorney in Georgia.
In Georgia, a wrongful death lawsuit must be filed within two years of the date of death. Only a few exceptions to this rule exist.
If you think you might have the right to file a wrongful death lawsuit, you'll want to meet with a Georgia wrongful death attorney as soon as is practical, both to learn your rights within Georgia law and t be sure you don't miss the filing deadline.
The Discovery Rule in Georgia
The true cause of an injury or death may not be discovered until sometime after the incident. In such a case, the "discovery rule" may apply to extend the deadline for filing a lawsuit, so that the period for filing runs from the later date when the wrongdoing was discovered (or should have been discovered).
But again, do not assume that the discovery rule as you may have heard of it applying in other states also applies in Georgia.
To learn whether any exception applies to you, consult with a Georgia wrongful death attorney before the two-year statute of limitations period is up.
If you believe that your family may have suffered a wrongful death, learn your rights by consulting the Georgia wrongful death attorneys of the Henry Spiegel Milling law firm, 1-866-959-3877.
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