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Wrongful Death in Marietta, Georgia<\/p>

When a Loved One Dies Because of Someone Else's Carelessness, Marietta Families Deserve Answers<\/h1>

Slam Dunk Attorney, based in Duluth, helps Marietta and Cobb County families understand their options after a wrongful death. Your first consultation is free, confidential, and comes with no obligation.<\/p>

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By Peter F. Jaraysi \u00b7 Published October 20, 2026<\/p>\n\n

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Wrongful Death in Marietta: What Families Need to Know<\/h2>\n

When a loved one dies because of someone else’s negligence or wrongful act, the loss is devastating. Beyond grief, families often face medical bills, funeral costs, and lost income. Georgia law recognizes this hardship and allows surviving family members to pursue a wrongful death<\/a> claim\u2014a civil lawsuit separate from any criminal case\u2014to hold the responsible party accountable and recover compensation.<\/p>\n

This guide explains what wrongful death means under Georgia law, who can file a claim, what damages families can recover, and the critical deadlines Marietta families must meet.<\/p>\n\n

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If someone else's negligence or wrongful act caused your loved one's death, you may have a claim for compensation\u2014and time matters. Call us today for a free case review. Talk it through with our team — the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p>

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When a Death Is Caused by Someone Else’s Actions<\/h2>\n

A wrongful death<\/a> claim arises when someone’s negligence, recklessness, or intentional conduct causes another person’s death. This is a civil matter\u2014it’s about compensation, not criminal punishment. Even if the at-fault party is never charged criminally, or if a criminal case is dismissed or results in acquittal, your family can still pursue a wrongful death lawsuit.<\/p>\n

Under Georgia law (O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-4-2)<\/a>, a surviving spouse or, if there is no surviving spouse, a child or children can recover for the wrongful death of a spouse or parent. The law allows recovery of “the full value of the life of the decedent, as shown by the evidence.”<\/p>\n

Wrongful death claims in Marietta and metro Atlanta commonly arise from:<\/p>\n