In the wake of the tragic events of the Orlando shooting, there has been a storm of controversy around what some call a mass shooting epidemic in the country. Approaching the halfway mark for the year, there have already been
five mass shootings in Georgia alone.
Georgia Has Five Mass Shootings In 2016
In less than six full months, the U.S. already has over a hundred mass shootings and according to the National Gun Archive, five of those have been in Georgia. The first two shootings took place in March at a hookah bar in Roswell and a nightclub in northwest Atlanta with four and five people being injured, respectively. The next month six people were fatally shot in Columbia County. The final two shootings took place on consecutive days in mid-May when five people were injured in Atlanta and another five in were shot in a south Georgia home. Last year, Georgia totaled 19 mass shooting incidents altogether.
Surviving Injuries From Gunshot Wounds
Mass shootings and gun violence not only lead to numerous fatalities, but also very serious injuries for survivors of the assault. Out of approximately 111,000 Americans who are shot every year, 33,800 will die because of the injuries while a majority, 77,200, will survive. Survival and the seriousness of injuries, of course, depends on where the bullet entered the body. Other factors, such as the age, fitness level, and gender contribute to survival rates.
In addition to the entry and exit wounds caused by gunshots, victims face even more serious medical complications, including:
- Tissue and organ damage;
- Broken bones;
- Infections;
- Paralysis; and
- Traumatic brain and spinal injury.
Because of the medical complications involved with gunshot wounds, recovery can be excruciatingly painful both mentally and physical. Some wounds will never fully heal and leave victims with lifelong disabilities. Medical care for victims is also prohibitively expensive.
Aggravated Assault With A Deadly Weapon
When a person intentionally attacks someone with a gun, seeking to cause bodily injury, it is classified as aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. It is considered a felony, for which the person would be subject to criminal prosecution. A victim of aggravated assault, however, would also be able to file a civil case to receive compensation for their injuries. Upon completion of the criminal case, the findings can be used as evidence in a civil case. Depending on the case, the victim may also be able to file a negligent security lawsuit against the owner of a property if the assault occurred because of lax security.
How Much Is My Aggravated Assault Case Worth
The amount of compensation a victim can receive in an aggravated assault case depends highly on the specifics of the case. In a negligent security case, the victim may sue the owner of a hotel or apartment complex for damages, which may include medical expenses, lost income, permanent disability, mental anguish, and pain and suffering.
An Attorney Who Can Help
If you are the victim of an aggravated assault, you may be eligible to seek compensation for your injury. Contact
Negligent Security Lawyers at Williams Elleby Howard & Easter to discuss the specifics of your case. He has recovered millions of dollars for clients that were the victims of violent assaults at apartments and hotels in Georgia.
Call today for cases in Atlanta, Cobb County, and throughout Georgia. 833-LEGALGA 