The criminal trial against Georgie Zimmerman for second degree murder and manslaughter resulted in a not guilty verdict.  However, this only addressed and adjudicated the criminal claim the state of Florida had against George Zimmerman.  There may be a civil action for wrongful death available for the Tryvon Martin family to pursue which would be similar to the lawsuit against O.J. Simpson for the death of Nicole Brown Simpson.

A wrongful death action is a civil action when someone wrongfully causes the death of someone else through negligence or through an intentional act.  The damages would be for the value of the last life and usually provides for the economic and non-economic value to be proven to a jury.  However, Georgia Zimmerman through his attorneys could raise the defense of self defense or stand your ground to any wrongful death action and if it was successful could seek assessed attorneys fees against the Martin family and a dismissal of the civil lawsuit.  I’m sure that it is a difficult decision for the Martin family especially since I’m sure that are still mourning the loss of their son.  To read more about this potential Martin family wrongful death action:   ABC News – Martin’s Family wrongful death decision.

Wrongful death attorney Richard Griffin of the Griffin Law Firm specializes in Georgia wrongful death claims that arise from auto accidents.  If you or someone you know has recently lost a loved one due to the negligence of another in a car accident, truck accident, motorcycle accident, or pedestrian accident, we encourage you to call us at 877-PAIN-LAW (877-724-6529) for a free consultation.  You can also submit your case to us for a free case evaluation at:   [Wrongful Death Evaluation]