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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

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Verdict-Plaintiff
$7,500

One driver rear-ended another vehicle. The injured person was wearing a seatbelt and sustained a fractured rib. The driver who caused the accident admitted fault, and the case proceeded to determine damages. The injured person claimed lost work time due to the injury.

Gwinnett County • 1990
Verdict-Plaintiff
$7,200

One driver negligently operated his vehicle and struck another vehicle in the rear. The injured driver alleged the other driver failed to maintain his lane and failed to keep a proper lookout. The injured driver sought damages for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress. The defendant driver raised several defenses, including claims that the complaint was barred by laches and improper service. The court denied the motion to dismiss. The jury found in favor of the injured driver.

Fulton County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$7,108

One driver was stopped in a turn lane when the driver behind her failed to stop and rear-ended her vehicle. The driver who was hit filed a lawsuit alleging the other driver was negligent. The other driver admitted to causing the incident but disputed the extent of the injuries and damages. A jury found in favor of the driver who was hit, awarding her damages for her injuries.

Cherokee County • 2018
Verdict-Plaintiff
$7,000

One driver rear-ended another driver on Lavista Road. The impact was moderate. The injured driver experienced neck and back pain and alleged that the collision aggravated a pre-existing degenerative disc disease. The other driver did not admit liability but did not seriously contest it, arguing the injured driver's condition could have been helped with consistent medical care and could have been worsened by other activities. The injured driver sought damages for pain and suffering.

DeKalb County • 1990
Settlement
$6,950

One driver rear-ended another driver while stopped at an intersection. The driver who was hit claimed injuries and medical expenses. The other driver admitted fault for the collision but disputed the extent of the injuries. The case was resolved through a settlement.

DeKalb County • 2021
Verdict-Plaintiff
$6,820

One driver stopped their vehicle on a street in Marietta, Georgia. The driver behind them collided with the rear of the stopped vehicle. The driver who was stopped alleged the other driver was not paying attention and was following too closely, causing injuries. The driver sought damages for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Cherokee County • 2019
Verdict-Plaintiff
$6,798

One driver was traveling on a road when the other driver backed into his vehicle. The driver who backed into the other vehicle then left the scene. The injured driver claimed medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. The other driver admitted fault for the collision but disputed the extent of the injuries and related medical bills. A jury found in favor of the injured driver.

Fulton County • 2024
Settlement
$6,771

One driver stopped at a stop sign and began a right turn. The other driver was exiting a parking lot and attempted a left turn, colliding with the first driver's vehicle. The investigating officer cited the second driver for failing to yield. The first driver sustained injuries including headaches, neck and back strains, and knee injuries. The case was settled.

Fulton County • 2022
Verdict-Plaintiff
$6,709

One driver filed a lawsuit against another driver and a trucking company after a car crash. The lawsuit claimed the driver negligently operated a vehicle, causing property damage. The trucking company argued it had ceased operations. After a trial, the court found the plaintiff was entitled to damages and attorney's fees.

Gwinnett County • 2022
Verdict-Plaintiff
$6,300

One driver filed a lawsuit after being hit from behind by another vehicle. The driver who was hit alleged the other driver was negligent and caused their injuries. The defendants raised several defenses. The jury returned a verdict in favor of the person who was hit.

Fulton County • 2018
Verdict-Plaintiff
$6,000

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.

DeKalb County • 2021
Verdict-Plaintiff
$5,844

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.

Fulton County • 2021
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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.