Date: May 9, 2011By: Atlanta Wrongful Death Lawyers

The Wall Street Journal reported on May 9 that a woman was found dead among the wreckage of an abandoned Atlanta house. Allegedly, the women was killed by falling debris when the building was being knocked down; an autopsy revealed that she died as a result of blunt force trauma. At this point, the woman had not been identified and fingerprints were being taken in an attempt to establish her identity. 

Contractors told police that they checked the house before beginning the demolition, but neighbors have contradicted these statements. One neighbor reported that she saw the demolition workers inspect the house Friday, but did not see them performing an additional inspection the following day. Reportedly, the neighbor heard the woman calling for help as the demolition workers began to tear down the building. 

The Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office is working with the Atlanta police to identify the woman and notify her next-of-kin.

When an individual or entity is found negligent in causing another’s death, surviving family may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit in Atlanta. According to Georgia wrongful death law, the closest survivor, beginning with the surviving spouse, can file a claim to recover compensation for funeral expenses, conscious pain and suffering before death, medical bills, future income and other damages. While no amount of money can replace a loved one, Atlanta wrongful death law is among one of the best at respecting the value of human life and may provide financial stability to family members suffering a loss caused by another’s negligence.   

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