Savannah Wrongful Death Lawyer
If your loved one’s life was cut short because of someone else’s wrongdoing, our experienced Savannah wrongful death lawyers can get justice. Call us now at (912) 452-8110 to learn what Team Farah can do for your family.
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The Law Firm You Need When It Matters Most
Real Stories From Real People We’ve Helped
How Do You Know if You Have a Wrongful Death Case?
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim?
Grieving Families in Savannah Can Recover Substantial Damages for Wrongful Death
We Stand Up to Large Corporations and Beat Them at Their Own Game
The Experience You Need for All Types of Savannah Wrongful Death Cases
Time Is Limited in Savannah Wrongful Death Claims, So Don’t Wait To Contact Our Skilled Attorneys
Our compassionate Savannah wrongful death attorneys understand how hard it is to lose a loved one because of someone else’s negligence. There is no excuse for anyone to behave so carelessly that someone else loses their life. Our team is dedicated to holding negligent parties accountable and helping grieving families recover the maximum compensation available through every possible avenue.
A wrongful death lawsuit cannot bring back your lost loved one, but it can provide financial security and a sense of justice. When you choose Farah & Farah, we will handle the entire legal process for you, treat you like family, and provide caring, empathetic support.
The Law Firm You Need When It Matters Most
We have protected you and your family since 1979 and have recovered over $2 billion in verdicts and settlements. Our results are no accident. They come about through caring, understanding, and hard work. For us, every case is personal because we care about our clients. Our Savannah personal injury attorneys are driven by compassion and a commitment to serving the community.
Eddie Farah founded our law firm in 1979 to provide injured accident victims and grieving families with a different kind of legal experience. He believed clients would benefit from a collaborative environment where attorneys work together rather than compete. Over the last 46 years, we have grown into one of the largest law firms in Florida and Georgia. We attribute our success to our unwavering client-centric focus.
When you choose Farah & Farah, we put ourselves in your shoes and prioritize your needs. We know accidents don’t just happen Monday through Friday from nine to five, so we will be there for you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You can always expect friendly service, empathetic support, and hard work from every person involved in your case at Farah & Farah.
Giving Back Is What We Are About
Community involvement is one of the many ways we put clients first. We strive to improve the lives of individuals in every community where we live and work. We support local food banks, legal aid organizations, schools, humane societies, organizations for the disabled, and more.
Every year, we award scholarships to high school seniors through our Empowering Greatness Program. In 2024, we gave laptops to five Georgia seniors in our first annual laptop giveaway. Our attorneys additionally support many other worthy causes. In Savannah, attorney Glory Paul serves as a court-appointed advocate for foster children. She also serves on the Board of Directors for the Savannah Chapter of the Georgia Association for Women Lawyers.
Experience You Can Trust
Our Savannah wrongful death lawyers bring diverse experience and a proven track record in all types of death cases. Attorney Bradley Robinson was born and raised in Georgia. He and our team know Savannah’s judges, lawyers, and insurance companies, so we can fight for you efficiently and effectively. Robinson previously worked as a state prosecutor and tried over 50 cases before he came to Farah & Farah. His proven trial experience gives us leverage during settlement negotiations and helps us maximize your results.
Attorney Lindsey Corbin has secured many multi-million dollar settlements because she refuses to give up until she gets the results our clients deserve. She is known for her big heart and friendly approach, which will immediately put you at ease and reassure you that your case is in good hands.
We’ll Help You Get Through This
Losing a loved one in an accident can leave you feeling as if nothing will ever be okay again. Some families believe that it would be wrong to file a lawsuit and financially benefit from their loved one’s death. However, a wrongful death lawsuit isn’t just about the money. For many survivors, a lawsuit provides justice and accountability. In addition, a family member’s sudden death can be financially devastating. A wrongful death lawsuit can provide the support your loved one would have wanted you to have.
Dealing with the legal process can be too much when you are grieving, and this motivates many families to delay contacting an attorney. We don’t think you should have to think about the legal process during such a difficult time, so we remove the burden from you and handle all the details. Many families wish they had come to us sooner when they see how easy we make the process and the support we provide.
“When you understand and believe in the client, that gives you all the power you need to take on any insurance company. And you have to be able to care because if you don't care, you can't help.”
Real Stories From Real People We’ve Helped
Our client testimonials reflect the compassion, skill, and perseverance we bring to every case.
How Do You Know if You Have a Wrongful Death Case?
Your case may qualify as a wrongful death case if your loved one’s death occurred because of someone else’s wrongdoing. Georgia Annotated Code Section § 51-4-1 defines a wrongful death as one resulting from the following forms of misconduct by others:
- Crime
- Criminal negligence
- Any other form of negligence
- Defective products
You may have grounds to file a wrongful death lawsuit if you can prove that the death resulted from another’s wrongdoing. You will need strong evidence, such as accident reports, eyewitness statements, expert witness testimony, forensic data, and medical records. Our knowledgeable wrongful death team in Savannah can investigate your loved one’s death, determine whether you have a claim, and gather the evidence you need. Contact us now if you suspect your loved one died because of someone else’s misconduct.
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim?
Under Georgia Code § 51-4-2, a spouse may file a wrongful death lawsuit. If there is no surviving spouse, a child may file the claim. If they are a minor, a legal guardian may file the claim. If there is no surviving child, a grandchild may file the claim. The proceeds must be divided equally among the survivors, except that the spouse is entitled to no less than a third of the recovery.
If there is no surviving spouse or children, the law allows the surviving parents to file a wrongful death claim. The proceeds may be divided equally between the parents. However, if they were divorced or separated, one parent may petition the court to determine a fair division of the proceeds.
If there are no eligible survivors, a personal representative such as the executor or administrator of the estate may file the claim. Under Georgia Code § 51-4-5, the next of kin is entitled to the amount recovered as determined by intestate laws. The personal representative may recover the portion of the award designated for economic losses they paid, such as funeral and medical expenses.
Grieving Families in Savannah Can Recover Substantial Damages for Wrongful Death
Title 51 of the Georgia Code specifies that survivors may recover the full value of a deceased loved one’s life. This recovery may include economic, non-economic, and punitive damages. Economic damages cover financial losses related to the death, including funeral and burial expenses, loss of your loved one’s probable lifetime income had they survived, their medical expenses, and loss of estate value.
Non-economic damages provide compensation for emotional losses, such as mental grief and suffering, loss of companionship, loss of comfort, loss of parental guidance, and your loved one’s pain and suffering.
Punitive damages are only available in limited cases when you have clear and convincing evidence of deliberate misconduct or gross negligence. Under Georgia Code § 51-12-5.1, punitive damages are limited to $250,000, except in product liability claims. They are awarded to punish the defendants and deter future misconduct. For this reason, the state treasury receives 75 percent of any punitive damages awarded, minus attorney fees and costs.
$2+ BILLION IN RESULTS
How Much Is a Savannah Wrongful Death Claim Worth?
Your claim’s value will vary based on the unique facts of your case, such as the strength of your evidence, the type of accident, the available insurance, the defendants’ conduct, and your attorney’s skills. Below are just a few examples of our wrongful death case results:
We are dedicated to exploring every possible avenue of compensation to maximize your recovery. Our attorneys will look for insurance policies, additional liable parties, and any other sources to ensure we hold all responsible parties accountable and get you the maximum compensation available.
How We Helped One Family Get Justice for Their Lost Loved One
Candy C.’s life changed forever when an elderly driver struck and killed her loved one. The driver was under the influence of multiple medications and should not have been driving. Candy contacted multiple law firms but was unable to find the advocacy and support she needed until she contacted Farah & Farah.
Rather than merely advising her to file an insurance claim as the other firms had done, we went right to work and had paperwork in her hand within hours of her initial call. We took the time to investigate her options. Although a wrongful death lawsuit may have been profitable for our firm, we found that it was not in her family’s best interests and would have served only to prolong their grief. However, our compassionate approach provided immediate comfort and reassurance when Candy needed it most.
We Stand Up to Large Corporations and Beat Them at Their Own Game
Insurance companies often give grieving families the runaround, causing them to give up without receiving just compensation. The insurer may ignore your calls, delay your claim, deny liability, or pressure you to accept a lowball offer shortly after your loved one’s death. Insurance companies rarely pay a claim’s full value voluntarily, so if they send you a settlement offer, it is almost certainly lower than your claim is worth.
If the insurance company sees that you’re not giving up, it may resort to other tactics, such as blaming your loved one for the accident or claiming the accident wasn’t covered based on obscure language in the insurance contract. Hospitals can also make wrongful death claims difficult by delaying the release of medical records, refusing to talk to you, or not returning your calls.
We have the financial resources to fight large corporations and win. Many of our attorneys have experience defending insurance companies, so we know how they operate and what it takes to prove a case against them. With our dedicated wrongful death attorneys on your side, you’ll be able to focus on your family while we handle the headaches.
“An attorney can increase your compensation by first identifying all coverage available. In general, people have an idea of what's in their insurance policies. But, for example, when it comes to underinsured motorist coverage, someone may know if they have it or if they don't have it. They may not know the limits of the policy. They may not know additional coverage that's out there in their household. So the first step is identifying all the coverage, and potentially increasing your value from there.”
The Experience You Need for All Types of Savannah Wrongful Death Cases
We have over four decades of experience handling wrongful death cases from all types of accidents, including the following and more:
Time Is Limited in Savannah Wrongful Death Claims, So Don’t Wait To Contact Our Skilled Attorneys
Georgia’s wrongful death statute of limitations generally grants you up to two years from the date of a loved one’s death to file a wrongful death claim. However, this doesn’t mean you should wait to contact an attorney. You’ll need evidence to prove how your loved one’s injuries occurred, and the most important evidence may only be available briefly. Eyewitnesses forget important details, evidence fades, and surveillance footage may be erased.
We’re Here for You When You Need Us Most
If your loved one died because of someone else’s wrongdoing, you deserve justice and compensation. We’ve been protecting you and your family for over 46 years, and experience makes all the difference. We charge no upfront fees, and you pay nothing unless we win. Reach out to our experienced Savannah wrongful death lawyers today using our contact form or by calling (912) 452-8110, and let us put our experience to work for you.
12016 Abercorn St
Savannah, GA 31419
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