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Georgia Settlement Data

375 Georgia car accident cases analyzed. Here's what they resolved for.

Real settlement and verdict data from Georgia. Broken down by injury type, county, and outcome—so you know what to expect.

375+
Cases Analyzed
$64,000
Median Outcome
$15K $453K
Typical Range
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Georgia Settlements by Injury Type

How Georgia case outcomes differ depending on injury severity.

Settlements (25%)

$228,577

Median from 93 cases

Verdicts (75%)

$43,607

Median from 281 cases

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Georgia Case Results

Browse all Georgia car accident settlements and verdicts. Filter by injury or accident type.

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Verdict-Plaintiff
$1,250,000

A driver speeding and driving recklessly went through an intersection. This caused fatal injuries to a passenger in another vehicle that was turning left on a yellow light to clear the intersection.

Cobb County • 2015
Settlement
$1,147,500

A child died after falling out of a minivan and being run over by its tire. The child's parent sued the vehicle manufacturer, alleging the minivan was defective for lacking a brake shift interlock. The case went to trial, and a jury initially awarded damages. However, the parties later agreed to settle the case.

Dallas County • 2006
Unknown
$1,050,927

One driver experienced severe headaches, neck pain, and pain radiating down their arm. They also had low back pain and injuries to their knee and ankle. The driver underwent surgery for disk removal and spinal fusion, resulting in permanent injuries and a disability rating. Medical expenses were incurred, and the driver is unable to work.

Dekalb County • 2023
Settlement
$1,000,000

A pregnant driver lost control of her vehicle after driving onto a dirt shoulder, causing the car to strike a tree. The driver and her unborn fetus died from their injuries. The driver's family alleged the shoulder was a defective road condition that county employees were aware of but failed to fix promptly.

Forsyth County • 2008
Settlement
$900,000

A wrongful death lawsuit was filed after a fatal car crash. The plaintiffs alleged that one driver was served excessive alcohol at establishments before driving with the deceased as a passenger. The deceased died in the collision. The case involved claims of negligence and sought damages for the full value of the deceased's life and punitive damages. One defendant was dismissed due to service and statute of limitations issues. A consent judgment was later entered against the driver.

Fulton County • 2022
Settlement
$807,000

One driver failed to yield the right of way at an intersection, causing a motor vehicle accident. The crash resulted in neck, back, and knee injuries. The case was settled with the defendant driver for their policy limits. The remaining claim proceeded against the underinsured motorist coverage provider.

DeKalb County • 2016
Settlement
$800,000

A woman was injured when her car was struck by another vehicle while she was driving. The other driver was turning left and hit the woman's car on the passenger side. The woman claimed she suffered a broken leg that required surgery. The case was settled for $800,000.

Gwinnett County • 2005
Settlement
$585,000

One driver violated another driver's right of way, causing a collision at an intersection. The design of the intersection was also a contributing factor to the crash.

Dallas County • 1997
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State Law

Georgia Car Accident Law: What You Need to Know

Key legal rules that affect how Georgia car accident claims are valued and resolved.

Fault System

Modified Comparative Fault (50% bar)

Statute of Limitations

2 years from the date of the accident

Minimum Liability

$25,000 per person / $50,000 per accident / $25,000 property damage

Georgia uses a 50% bar rule—if you are 50% or more at fault for the accident, you are barred from recovering any damages.

Georgia caps punitive damages at $250,000 in most cases, unless the defendant acted with intent or was under the influence.

The state’s apportionment statute allows fault to be divided among all parties, including non-parties.

FAQ

Georgia Car Accident Settlement FAQs

Answers based on real Georgia case data and state law.

Important: The information provided on this page is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not legal advice. Every case is unique, and outcomes depend on specific facts and circumstances. Always consult with a qualified Georgia attorney for guidance specific to your situation.