Eldridge’s Georgia Wrongful Death Actions with Forms, 2025-2026 ed.

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Eldridges Georgia Wrongful Death Actions with Forms examines the hidden legal dangers, tricks, and pitfalls often associated with bringing a wrongful death action in Georgia. Along with a discussion of the states early legislative and judicial history, the volume examines Georgias conflict of laws, rules, and related federal legislation. Topics discussed include: The negligent conduct that may give rise to a cause of action The parties who are vested with the right of action The potential defenses and other matters that may bar the action Evidence that may be admitted at trial The measure of damages that must be used to determine the amount of recovery The individuals who are entitled to participate in that recovery A chapter of pleading and practice forms is provided as a guide for drafting forms for cases. What’s New in 2025-2026 Edition: In the 2025-2026 Edition, new material has been added and/or existing material updated on the following subjects, among others: 2025 tort reform measures Negligent security Venue Sovereign immunity Dismissal of actions Violation of trial court order Seat belt non-use Scientific tests Noneconomic damages Anchoring damages Medical and healthcare expenses Collateral source rule Letters of protection Bifurcation of trials Voir dire as to size of verdict Apportionment of fault Offers of settlement