Wrongful death attorney in Columbus, GA
Wrongful death attorney in Columbus, GA
Columbus wrongful death attorneys who moves fast to preserve evidence and pursue accountability
Our Columbus wrongful death attorney team helps families in Muscogee County and across West Georgia—and we routinely coordinate cross-border matters with nearby Alabama. Georgia measures the “full value of the life”; Alabama’s wrongful death law is punitive-only. A focused wrongful death attorney in Columbus, GA understands how these laws interact when evidence, defendants, or corporations cross the river. We build proof early (preservation letters, EDR/telematics, CCTV, 911 audio, expert analysis) so insurers and corporations confront the truth. Meet the team here.
Common Causes — And the Proof That Wins
| Cause | Key Evidence |
|---|---|
| Car, motorcycle & pedestrian crashes | Crash report, scene photos, dash/traffic video, 911 audio, event-data recorder (EDR), toxicology, reconstruction |
| 18-wheeler & commercial vehicle collisions | ELD/GPS, hours-of-service logs, ECM/telematics, maintenance files, bills of lading, hiring/training records, FMCSA compliance |
| Medical negligence | Complete charting, medication/timing data, hospital policies, guideline deviations, autopsy/coroner findings, expert opinions |
| Nursing-home neglect/abuse | Care plans & MARs, staffing schedules, surveillance, prior citations, incident logs, fall/wound documentation |
| Dangerous property / negligent security | Video, prior crime/incident history, lighting & repair logs, security contracts, witness statements, code compliance |
| Defective or recalled products | Design/manufacturing records, testing & recall data, warnings, exemplar testing, chain of custody, failure analysis |
| Workplace & industrial incidents | OSHA files, safety manuals, LOTO compliance, equipment/service logs, subcontractor agreements, site audits |
| Impaired driving & dram-shop overservice | Toxicology, receipts/tabs, surveillance, server training records, field-sobriety & arrest reports |
Why Choose Bodewell
| Advantage | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Local insight: Muscogee & West Georgia courts | Efficient filings and strategies tailored to Columbus venues |
| Proof-first investigations | Preservation letters and experts engaged before evidence disappears |
| Trial-ready approach | Stronger negotiation backed by courtroom-ready exhibits |
| Direct communication | Regular updates and access to your lawyer—meet us here |
| Two-state coverage: GA & AL | Seamless coordination when evidence or defendants cross the river |
| Contingency fee | No fee unless we recover for your family |
| Proven results | Resolved cases across GA & AL, including multi-million outcomes* |
What Compensation May Be Available
- Georgia — “Full value of the life”: Income/benefits the person would have earned and the intangible value of life.
- Estate claims in GA: Final medical and funeral expenses; the decedent’s pain and suffering before death.
- Punitive damages (GA): Possible when conduct is egregious (e.g., DUI, reckless corporate policies).
- Alabama: Wrongful death damages are punitive only; we handle cross-border claims when AL law applies.
Deadlines in Alabama & Georgia
- Georgia: Many wrongful death claims must be filed within two years. Some city/county defendants require an ante-litem notice (often 6–12 months). Georgia follows modified comparative fault; recovery is barred at 50% or more fault and reduced below that.
- Alabama: Typical two-year statute; city/county matters may require action within about six months. Alabama uses contributory negligence, which can operate as a complete defense in many cases.
Many claims must be filed within two years; some notices are shorter—call to confirm your exact deadline.
What To Do Now
- Call before speaking with any insurer or risk manager: (706) 550-9000 or (205) 533-7878, or send a message.
- Preserve evidence now: photos, names of witnesses, vehicles/products involved, and any video.
- Secure key records: police report, death certificate, coroner/autopsy (if performed), medical and facility paperwork.
- We’ll guide estate steps so the right person has standing to file (spouse/children or personal representative, depending on the state).
- Avoid posting about the case online and don’t sign releases or give recorded statements.
*Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. This page provides general information, not legal advice. Many claims must be filed within two years; some notices are shorter—call to confirm your exact deadline.