One driver was injured when their vehicle was hit from behind in a chain-reaction collision. The injured driver alleged that both the driver in front and the driver behind them were negligent. The case went to trial, and the jury found in favor of the injured driver, awarding them damages.
One driver was rear-ended by the other driver. The injured driver sustained injuries to her neck and lower back. The case proceeded to trial after delays. The jury awarded damages to the injured driver.
One driver was traveling on an interstate ramp when another driver, following too closely, struck the rear of the first vehicle. The insurance company for the first vehicle filed a lawsuit alleging the second driver's negligence caused the collision and damage. After a trial, the court awarded the insurance company damages for the property damage to the vehicle.
One driver failed to maintain a safe distance and hit the car in front of them at an intersection. The driver of the second car had soft tissue injuries to their neck and back. They received chiropractic treatment and continued to have headaches.
One driver was stopped at an intersection when the other driver collided with the rear of their vehicle. The injured driver claimed significant injuries and medical expenses. The case proceeded to trial, and the jury awarded damages to the injured driver.
One driver was involved in a rear-end collision at an intersection. The collision was attributed to excessive speed, following too closely, and a malfunctioning traffic light. The injured person experienced soft tissue injuries to their neck and back, leading to chronic pain.
One driver stopped at a stop sign when the other driver struck their vehicle from behind. The driver who was hit claimed injuries and sought damages for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. The jury found in favor of the injured driver and awarded damages.
One driver was traveling northbound when the other driver collided with the rear of her vehicle. The driver who was hit alleged the other driver failed to observe and drive safely. The driver who hit the vehicle was cited for following too closely. The injured driver suffered injuries and incurred medical expenses. The case proceeded to trial, and a jury awarded damages.
One driver was a passenger in a car that was rear-ended by another vehicle. The passenger sustained injuries including neck and back strain, requiring medical treatment and causing pain and lost wages. The passenger filed a lawsuit against the driver of the car that rear-ended them. The case proceeded to a bench trial, and a judgment was entered in favor of the passenger.
One driver failed to stop in time, causing a rear-end collision at an intersection. The injured person sustained soft tissue injuries to their neck and back.
Cobb County • 2018
Geography
Where Georgia Cases Are Filed
Settlement amounts can vary significantly by location within Georgia.
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.
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