Georgia Auto Accident Laws

Auto accidents occur every day on Georgia highways. According to a report by the Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), 1,493 fatal crashes occurred in Georgia in 2008. If you or a loved one has recently been affected by an auto accident and would like to learn more about your rights, you have discovered the right law firm.

Georgia’s doctrine of comparative fault states that if an injured party is less than 50 percent at fault for a traffic accident, he or she may receive compensation for his or her injuries. If the injured party is more than 50 percent responsible for the accident, he or she is not entitled to receive recovery for any injuries sustained.

Georgia’s car insurance requirements make it mandatory for drivers to have bodily injury and property damage liability coverage. The minimum coverage limits are $50,000 personal injury coverage for all passengers in the vehicle at the time of the accident, a minimum limit of $25,000 coverage for one person, and minimum limit of $25,000 for property damage. Other drivers may have insurance with higher coverage limits that may lead to substantially higher payouts from their insurance company.

Georgia’s personal injury statute of limitations is two years from the date of the injury, or, if the injury was not immediately discovered, two years from the date of discovery. Therefore, time is of the essence if you have been injured in an auto accident. The attorneys at The Law Office of J. Lee Webb will make sure your personal injury claim is filed in a timely manner.

If you were involved in an accident involving a government vehicle, you may file a suit against the government agency that employs the individual responsible. For claims against the State of Georgia, you should file your claim with the appropriate state agency. For claims against a county employee, contact the county where you want to file your lawsuit for the proper forms.

For more information regarding Georgia auto accident laws, contact The Law Office of J. Lee Webb. Our experienced attorneys will take the time to answer any questions you have regarding your auto accident case.