Wrongful Death Attorney
Compassionate, determined representation for families after a preventable loss.
How We Handle Wrongful Death Cases
The unexpected death of a loved one can trigger a full range of trauma and hardship for the grieving family. When someone else's negligent actions are the cause of that grief, Georgia's wrongful death laws provide a way of seeking justice and financial compensation for your losses. You may generally file a wrongful death lawsuit up to two years after the death of your family member, though exceptions can apply — so it is best to speak with us as soon as you are able.
Wrongful Death cases we handle
- Fatal car, truck, and motorcycle crashes
- Workplace and industrial fatalities
- Nursing home neglect deaths
- Full-value-of-life recovery under Georgia law
- Claims on behalf of surviving spouses and children
Hurt and not sure what to do?
Put decades of experience in your corner. For a free case evaluation, call 229-588-2608 or complete our contact form.
Injured? Talk to a wrongful death attorney today.
The sooner we start, the more we can do. Reach out for a free, confidential consultation.
Your Path to Recovery
We make the legal process simple, so you can focus on healing.
Free Case Evaluation
For a free case evaluation, call us at 229-588-2608 or complete our contact form. We'll listen to your story, answer your questions, and explain your options.
We Investigate
We gather evidence, obtain records, consult experts, and identify every party and insurance policy responsible for your injuries.
We Fight for You
We build a demand backed by the facts and negotiate aggressively — and we prepare every case as if it will go to trial.
We See It Through
We prepare each case for trial because that is the best way to position our clients for favorable results, even if the case is ultimately resolved in the pretrial phase.
What Our Clients Say
“Today is Father's Day and the main reason why I've been able to spend it with my 5 year old daughter, is because my wife and I hired Mr. Peterman on my case last year. His hard work, dedication, experience and expertise simply made the difference. While being detained we hired Jody because he was the only lawyer in town who answered my wife's calls on a Sunday. He continued to be available anytime and all the time during our fight. If you hire Jody you will have an honest and straightforward attorney on your side. Mr Peterman is highly respected in the courtrooms and the system in general. You will not find a better attorney to represent you.”
“I cannot express enough gratitude for the outstanding representation I received from Mr. Peterman in my personal injury lawsuit. From the very beginning, he demonstrated an unparalleled level of professionalism, dedication, and expertise. He took the time to understand the specifics of my case, answered all my questions, and provided me with honest and realistic expectations. The communication was exceptional — I was always kept informed about the progress of my case, and I felt genuinely supported throughout the entire process. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of legal representation. Thank you, Mr. Peterman, for helping me achieve justice!”
“Mr. Peterman assisted my children and I with our personal injury case. He truly has gone above and beyond in ensuring our needs and rights were met. I'm very satisfied with the outcome of our case. I highly recommend.”
“Mr. Peterman is an amazing trial lawyer. He will fight for your freedom with everything he has. He's the big dog in the fight and losing isn't in his vocabulary. Give him a chance and you will not be disappointed.”
“Jody really cares about his clients. He is a good man and the greatest lawyer ever!”
Wrongful Death — Common Questions
Generally the surviving spouse, children, or parents — or the estate's representative. We help families determine the proper claimant and protect their rights.
Georgia allows recovery for the full value of the deceased's life, measured from the perspective of the deceased, including both economic and intangible worth.