Articles Tagged with Wrongful death lawsuit Atlanta

Wrongful Death vs. Medical Malpractice: What’s the Difference?

Published on: October 11, 2025 | By Finch McCranie, LLP

When a loved one passes away unexpectedly, the grief can be overwhelming—especially if the loss was preventable.

Many families struggle to understand whether the cause of death falls under medical malpractice or a wrongful death claim.

While the two legal concepts often overlap, they have distinct differences in definition, proof, and purpose.

Published on: October 10, 2025 | By Finch McCranie, LLP

When a loved one dies, families often look for someone to hold accountable.

In Atlanta — and more broadly, in Georgia — the notion of “wrongful death” provides a legal pathway to seek compensation for preventable deaths.

But can medical malpractice fall under the umbrella of wrongful death?