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Hit by a car while walking in Georgia? Get a free, no-obligation case evaluation from experienced attorneys who fight for pedestrian rights.

Crosswalk Law: Moderate
Filing Deadline: 2 years
Fatality Rate: 2.8 per 100k
2 years
Statute of Limitations
300+
Annual Fatalities
2.8 per 100k
Death Rate
$0
Upfront Cost

Georgia Crosswalk Laws

Moderate Pedestrian Protections

Drivers must yield to pedestrians in crosswalks and at intersections with traffic signals. Drivers must exercise due care.

Right-of-Way Rules

Pedestrians must yield when crossing outside marked crosswalks.

Georgia Pedestrian Accident Laws

Statute of Limitations: 2 years

In Georgia, you have 2 years from the date of your pedestrian accident to file a lawsuit.

Fault System: Modified comparative fault (50%)

Georgia uses modified comparative fault. You can recover if you're less than 50% at fault.

Minimum Insurance

Georgia requires minimum coverage of $25,000/$50,000/$25,000. These minimums often aren't enough for serious pedestrian injuries.

Dangerous Areas in Georgia

Buford Highway
Memorial Drive
Peachtree Street corridors

What Makes Georgia Unique

  • Atlanta sprawl makes walking dangerous
  • High speed arterials throughout metro
  • Limited transit outside Atlanta

Cities We Serve in Georgia

Atlanta
GA
Augusta
GA
Columbus
GA
Savannah
GA

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