- May 17, 2024
- Attorney Matt Stoddard
- Wrongful Death
There are some situations in which employers in Georgia can be sued when a worker dies. Wrongful acts that may result in wrongful death claims include when employers negligently or intentionally disregard on-the-job safety, when they commit violent acts, or when another party in the workplace acts violently.
Intentional Disregard for Safety
Employers are responsible under the law for maintaining safe workplaces, including:
- Adhering to safety regulations
- Providing adequate training to workers
- Properly maintaining equipment and tools.
If there is evidence that an employer intentionally or negligently disregarded safety protocols, resulting in a fatal construction accident or other workplace incident, they may be held liable in a wrongful death claim.
Acts of Violence or Aggression by the Employer
Workplace violence is the third-leading cause of fatal on-the-job injuries in the country. When the act of violence or aggression is committed by the employer, the family of the decedent may have a wrongful death claim. The employer may also be held criminally responsible.
Improper Supervision and Retaliation
If an employee intentionally injures another worker and causes death, the employer may also be held liable. If the employer ignored workplace violence or even encouraged it, such as promoting bullying as a retaliatory tactic against the decedent, they can be sued.
Contact An Experienced Wrongful Death Attorney for Help
If you believe a wrongful act by an employer led to your family member’s death, our experienced Atlanta attorneys at The Stoddard Firm may be able to help you get compensation. Contact us for a free consultation by calling 470-467-2200.
Attorney Matt Stoddard
Matt Stoddard is a professional, hardworking, ethical advocate. He routinely faces some of the nation’s largest companies and some of the world’s largest insurers – opponents who have virtually unlimited resources. In these circumstances, Mr. Stoddard is comfortable. Mr. Stoddard provides his strongest efforts to his clients, and he devotes the firm’s significant financial resources to presenting the strongest case possible on their behalf. Matt understands that his clients must put their trust in him. That trust creates an obligation for Matt to work tirelessly on their behalf, and Matt Stoddard does not take that obligation lightly. [ Attorney Bio ]