Life moves quickly in a city as vibrant and diverse as Athens, home to the University of Georgia, historic neighborhoods, and nearly 130,000 residents. But even in close-knit college towns, tragedy can strike without warning. Fatal car crashes, motorcycle wrecks, or medical failures can change lives in an instant, leaving families reeling and searching for answers.
At Wrongful Death Krause Law Firm, we serve families in Athens and across Clarke County who have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence. Our firm focuses exclusively on wrongful death cases—and more specifically, on the types of preventable deaths that most often devastate Georgia families: vehicle-related fatalities and deaths caused by medical negligence.
Whether your loved one died in a crash on Prince Avenue, under the care of a local hospital, or after a delayed diagnosis that should have been caught earlier, we’re here to help you pursue justice with clarity, compassion, and unwavering focus.
At our firm, we don’t try to handle every type of case—we concentrate on the fatal incidents that are most common, most serious, and most preventable. Each of our cases involves a deep investigation into what went wrong, why it happened, and who should be held accountable.
For families in Athens, we focus on wrongful death claims involving:
Reckless, impaired, distracted, or speeding drivers can turn ordinary commutes into fatal tragedies. We represent families after deadly collisions throughout Athens and Clarke County.
Fatal crashes involving 18-wheelers, commercial trucks, or delivery vehicles often stem from poor training, driver fatigue, or vehicle maintenance failures. These cases require aggressive investigation and litigation.
Motorcyclists in Athens are often overlooked by larger vehicles, leading to deadly lane changes, left-turn collisions, and rear-end crashes. We work to expose negligence and secure justice.
Pedestrian safety and Athens’ walkable streets and university foot traffic are critical. We represent families whose loved ones were hit while walking, crossing the street, or standing near roadways.
Fatal surgical errors, incorrect prescriptions, and breakdowns in care within hospitals and clinics demand accountability. We pursue justice when medical professionals fail to meet the standard of care.
Delays or failures to diagnose life-threatening conditions like cancer, stroke, or infections can cost lives. We hold healthcare providers accountable when earlier action could have saved a life.
Deaths due to nurse understaffing, communication breakdowns, post-operative neglect, or medication errors are preventable. We investigate these failures to find the truth and seek justice.
Each case is different, but every grieving family deserves clear answers and a trusted advocate. Our Athens wrongful death attorney, Roger Krause, provides strategic, experienced representation focused solely on fatal negligence cases.
As a boutique law firm, Wrongful Death Krause Law Firm is not a general personal injury practice. We do not handle slip-and-falls, workplace injuries, or criminal defense. We focus solely on wrongful death, specifically, wrongful death involving vehicles and medical negligence.
This narrow focus allows us to:
Whether your case involves a crash near the University of Georgia or a fatal medical error in a Clarke County hospital, we are ready to help you hold wrongdoers accountable.
Wrongful death litigation isn’t just about compensation—it’s about truth, accountability, and honoring the memory of your loved one. At Wrongful Death Krause Law Firm, we walk beside you through every step of the legal process so that you don’t have to carry the burden alone.
If you’ve lost a family member in Athens due to a fatal crash or medical failure, contact our team today. Call 404-835-8080 or reach out online to schedule a free, confidential consultation. We’ll help you move forward by demanding justice for the life that should not have been lost.
"I was in an accident involving an 18 wheeler. Roger and his staff was able to handle the case effectively. Although the trucking firm tried their best to low ball us, based discovery of the facts Roger was able to get an amount we deserved. I highly recommend the Wrongful Death Krause Law Firm to anyone seeking competent legal representation."
Lesol Soleil"Wrongful Death Krause Law Firm handled our accident case beyond our expectations. I highly recommend them to anyone who needs competent legal representation."
Jeewanthi Clemons"I would strongly recommend Roger Krause in a wrongful death case. He is very passionate about the cases and puts his clients first. He obtained justice for our family and because of this a policy for the hospital was changed to hopfully keep other family members from going thru what we have had to endure."
Angela Wise"Attorney Krause has been a blessing to me and my family in handling the wrongful death lawsuit of my husband. I went through two other attorneys in which they turned me down and wouldn’t take my case. Mr Krause has been nothing but kind and professional to me and my family and I would recommend him to anyone who needs a great attorney. Thank you for your support Mr Krause."
Lisa Satterfield"Roger Krause is a true warrior willing to take on the hard and important cases. He has never given up on my case and their results are incredible. I was one of Atlanta’s Bravest for many years – I know true warriors. I have referred Roger Krause to my friends and family, and I would refer them to you."
Joseph Amos"After talking with other attorneys, I truly found a wonderful, caring and compassionate man. Roger has truly been a blessing. I would recommend him to anyone that will listen. And OMG the office staff is extremely helpful if he isn’t around. GREAT SERVICE & A WONDERFUL ATTORNEY!"
Daphyne M."I very highly recommend Attorney Roger Krause for any legal matters. He handled a situation for me with such expertise, that, when I recently moved to the state of California, a state that has thousands of attorneys, I called attorney Krause in Georgia, to get him involved due to his extremely high ethical conduct, honesty and his tenacity and professionalism and I knew, from previous experience, that he would keep me well informed in moving ahead with my legal matters. Attorney Krause was highly recommended to me and I likewise do the same to anyone needing legal advice."
Raymond M."Roger Krause is one of the most caring attorneys I know and I would strongly recommend him. He worked on a personal injury case for me and the outcome was victorious if I ever need another attorney he would definitely be the one for me."
Anita Johnson"I can’t express into so much of words how I was and will always be satisfied with the care, support, and effort Mr. Roger and Firm put into seeing my case through for me and my family. It was truly a reassurance that he made time just for me to see my case through. I’d highly recommend this firm from any other in the State of Georgia. Thanks so much for everything Mr. Roger and Ariana!"
Shakendra Benton"I really appreciate the hard work. My family is finally at some peace thank you, Mr. Krause. He’s the best recommend anyone with wrongful death to go with them! They are the best!"
Mercedes Espinosa"Roger helped bring us justice and a peace of mind for our Dad who had passed due to the doctor and staff who neglected while doing a procedure that he wasnt fit for. Roger has shown me and my family that he was the man for the job hands down"
Johna"Roger has done an amazing job with my case. He is very knowledgeable and patient and has done an outstanding job with keeping me informed on everything that goes on throughout the process. I would definitely hire him again!"
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