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Pedestrian Accident & Wrongful Death<\/p>

When a Pedestrian Is Killed by a Vehicle, Your Family Deserves Answers and Support<\/h1>

Slam Dunk Attorney represents families across Georgia who have lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident. We handle the legal work so you can focus on what matters most.<\/p>

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By Peter F. Jaraysi \u00b7 Published September 17, 2026<\/p>\n\n

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Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Lawyer in Georgia<\/h2>\n

When a pedestrian is killed by a driver’s negligence or recklessness, surviving family members have the right to file a wrongful death<\/a> claim under Georgia law to recover compensation for their loss. A wrongful death case is a civil lawsuit\u2014separate from any criminal charges\u2014that holds the responsible party accountable and provides financial recovery to the family and estate.<\/p>\n

At Slam Dunk Attorney, we represent families across metro Atlanta and Georgia who have lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident. We understand the grief, shock, and uncertainty you’re facing. Our team handles every aspect of your wrongful death claim with compassion, transparency, and the legal skill you deserve.<\/p>\n\n

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If a pedestrian in your family was killed by a driver's negligence, you may have a wrongful death claim\u2014and families in your situation can contact us to understand their rights and next steps. Talk it through with our team — the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p>

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What Is a Wrongful Death Claim After a Pedestrian Accident?<\/h2>\n

A wrongful death claim is a legal action filed on behalf of a deceased pedestrian’s family or estate when death results from another party’s negligence, recklessness, or intentional misconduct.<\/p>\n

In a pedestrian accident, the at-fault party\u2014typically the driver\u2014may have violated traffic laws, been distracted, impaired, or speeding. A wrongful death claim seeks to recover damages for the family’s economic and emotional losses. This is a civil matter focused on compensation, not criminal punishment. A family can pursue both a criminal case (if the state prosecutes) and a civil wrongful death claim simultaneously; they are separate proceedings.<\/p>\n

Under O.C.G.A. \u00a7 34-12-2<\/a>, Georgia law provides a clear framework for who can file and what damages are recoverable. The statute of limitations is generally two years from the date of death, so time is critical.<\/p>\n

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in Georgia?<\/h2>\n

Georgia law prioritizes specific family members and the estate representative to file a wrongful death claim.<\/p>\n

Eligible claimants include:<\/strong><\/p>\n