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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.

Showing 112 of 165+ cases

Verdict-Plaintiff
$150,000,000

A four-year-old boy died from burns after the Jeep he was riding in was rear-ended. The collision caused the Jeep's gas tank to rupture, leading to a fire. The boy was unable to be rescued from the burning vehicle. His parents sued the Jeep manufacturer and the driver of the other vehicle, alleging the manufacturer knew about a defect in the fuel tank placement that made it vulnerable to fire in rear-end collisions.

Decatur County • 2015
Settlement
$5,800,000

A tractor-trailer's brakes failed, leading to a rear-end collision. This crash resulted in the death of two teenagers. The case was settled for $5,800,000.

Fulton County • 2019
Settlement
$4,251,555

One driver was stopped at an intersection when their vehicle was struck by another car, which then pushed the first vehicle into the car in front of it. The driver who was stopped suffered herniated discs and nerve injuries. The at-fault driver admitted fault but disputed the extent of the injuries.

Fulton County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$3,600,000

One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The case involved expert testimony on accident reconstruction and medical aspects of the injuries. The jury awarded damages to the plaintiff.

Gwinnett County • 2015
Verdict-Plaintiff
$3,000,000

A vehicle's seat back failed during a collision, causing a severe spinal injury and head injuries. The injured person later died from breathing problems related to these injuries.

Cobb County • 2025
Settlement
$2,025,000

One driver was rear-ended by another driver while on a road in Stone Mountain Park. The driver who was hit later sought medical treatment for injuries including a rotator cuff tear and spinal issues. The case went to trial, where the jury found the defendant 100% liable.

DeKalb County • 2016
Settlement
$2,000,000

A young driver was traveling on a highway when a tractor-trailer entered from an emergency lane. The truck was moving much slower than the speed limit, and the driver collided with its rear. The driver died in the crash. Her survivors sued the truck driver and his employer, alleging the employer was responsible for the driver's slow speed. The parties settled before trial for the employer's insurance policy limits.

Chatham County • 2008
Settlement
$1,450,000

One driver was merging back into traffic after a toll booth when the other driver, who was inebriated, collided with the rear of their vehicle. The injured person sustained a closed head injury, a torn meniscus, and TMJ.

Fulton County • 2005
Verdict-Plaintiff
$1,392,961

One driver failed to maintain a proper lookout and following distance, causing a fatal rear-end collision with a vehicle stopped on the side of the road with its flashers on.

Fulton County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$1,200,000

One driver was rear-ended by another vehicle. The driver who was hit sustained serious injuries to their spine, requiring surgery and potentially future surgery. The jury awarded damages for past and future medical expenses and pain and suffering.

Cherokee County • 2023
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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.

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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.