What Evidence Is Needed to Prove a Wrongful Death Claim
                     What Evidence Is 
Needed to Prove a 
Wrongful Death Claim?
Understanding the evidence required for a successful 
wrongful death claim can help families navigate this difficult 
legal process with clarity and confidence.
EVIDENCE FUNDAMENTALS
Building a Strong Foundation for Your Case
A wrongful death atlanta claim requires comprehensive evidence to establish liability and demonstrate the 
impact of your loss. Success depends on gathering documentation that proves negligence, causation, and 
damages.
The burden of proof rests on the plaintiff, making it essential to collect and preserve evidence 
immediately. Time-sensitive evidence can disappear, witnesses' memories fade, and critical 
documentation may become unavailable.
Essential Types of Evidence Required
Medical Records Incident Reports
Complete medical documentation including Official reports from police, workplace safety 
autopsy reports, treatment records, and expert inspectors, or other authorities that document the 
testimony establishing cause of death and linking circumstances surrounding the death and identify 
it to the defendant's actions. potential negligence.
Witness Testimony Financial Documentation
Statements from eyewitnesses, expert witnesses, Proof of economic damages including income 
and character witnesses who can speak to what records, tax returns, medical bills, funeral 
happened and the impact on surviving family expenses, and evidence of financial dependency 
members. on the deceased.
Proving the Four Critical Elements
01
Duty of Care
Evidence showing the defendant owed a 
legal duty to the deceased person to act 
with reasonable care.
02
Breach of Duty
Documentation proving the defendant 
failed to meet that standard of care 
through negligent or reckless actions.
03
Causation
Medical and expert evidence directly 
linking the breach of duty to the victim's 
death.
04
Damages
Comprehensive records of economic 
and non-economic losses suffered by 
surviving family members.
An experienced atlanta personal injury law firm can help gather and organize this evidence to build 
the strongest possible case for your family.
Types of Damages You Can Recover
Economic Damages Non-Economic Damages
• Lost wages and future • Loss of companionship and 
earning capacity consortium
• Medical expenses before death • Emotional pain and suffering
• Funeral and burial costs • Loss of guidance and protection
• Loss of benefits and inheritance • Mental anguish of survivors
Punitive Damages
• Awarded in cases of gross negligence
• Intended to punish defendants
• Deter similar future conduct
• Require clear and convincing evidence
Contact Us for Compassionate Legal Guidance
If you've lost a loved one due to someone else's negligence, we 
understand the emotional and financial challenges you're 
facing. Our experienced legal team is here to help you pursue 
justice.
Call Us Today Visit Our Office
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Atlanta, Georgia 30308
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