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What Every Georgia Accident Victim Should Know

Georgia personal injury law is full of traps for the uninformed. These attorney-authored guides answer the questions we hear every day.

Car Accidents Guide
Crash Protocol

What to Do After a Car Accident in Georgia

The first 48 hours after a crash determine whether you win or lose your claim. Here's exactly what to do: and what never to say.

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Statute of Limitations
Statutes & Rules

Georgia's 2-Year Statute of Limitations Explained

Miss this deadline and your case is gone forever. Learn how O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33 works, what exceptions exist, and why delay is dangerous.

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Comparative Negligence
Fault Mechanics

Georgia Comparative Negligence: How It Affects Your Case

Insurers use Georgia's modified comparative fault rule to slash settlements. Know how it works before they use it against you.

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Claim Value
Valuation Rules

What Is My Car Accident Claim Worth in Georgia?

Economic damages, pain and suffering, punitive awards: here's how Georgia courts and insurers calculate the value of your claim.

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Adjuster lowball
Negotiation Tech

How Insurance Adjusters Lowball Settlements: And How to Fight Back

Recorded statements, quick-offer tactics, blame-shifting: learn the insurance adjuster playbook and how Awad Law Firm counters every move.

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Costly Mistakes
Mistakes to Avoid

10 Costly Mistakes to Avoid After a Georgia Accident

Many Georgia accident victims unknowingly destroy their own claims. These are the ten most damaging errors: and exactly how to avoid them.

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Georgia uninsured motorist claims guide
Coverage Guide

Georgia Uninsured Motorist Claims: What UM/UIM Coverage Pays

Learn where compensation may come from when the responsible driver has no insurance—or not enough to cover your losses.

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Georgia pedestrian accident and crosswalk rights guide
Pedestrian Rights

Georgia Pedestrian Accident Claims: Crosswalk Rights and Next Steps

Understand Georgia crosswalk rules, the evidence that matters, and the insurance sources available after a pedestrian collision.

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Two vehicles after a collision illustrating a Georgia Uber or Lyft accident guide
Rideshare Claims

What to Do After an Uber or Lyft Accident in Georgia

Learn which trip records to save, why app status matters, and how multiple insurance policies may affect a Georgia rideshare accident claim.

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Georgia hit-and-run accident claims guide
Hit-and-Run

Georgia Hit-and-Run Accident Claims: What to Do Next

Learn how to preserve evidence, report the crash, locate insurance coverage, and protect your claim when the other driver leaves the scene.

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Georgia rear-end accident claims guide
Collision Guide

Georgia Rear-End Accident Claims: Fault, Evidence, and Compensation

Understand how fault is evaluated, which evidence strengthens a claim, and what compensation may be available after a rear-end collision.

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Personal injury attorney in Marietta GA guide
Marietta Injury Guide

Personal Injury Attorney in Marietta, GA: What to Know Before You Call

Learn when to call, what evidence to save, how Georgia deadlines work, and how a local injury team can protect your claim.

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Georgia car accident settlement timeline guide
Settlement Timeline

How Long Does a Car Accident Settlement Take in Georgia?

See the stages of a Georgia injury claim, what commonly causes delays, and how to keep the settlement process moving.

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Who pays medical bills after a Georgia car accident guide
Medical Bills

Who Pays Medical Bills After a Car Accident in Georgia?

Understand health insurance, MedPay, liability coverage, UM/UIM benefits, and billing issues while an accident claim is pending.

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Post-Accident Checklist for Georgia Drivers

Our attorneys condensed everything you need to do in the first 72 hours into a single, printable checklist. Keep it in your glove box before you ever need it.

QUESTIONS ANSWERED

FAQ Hub

Georgia Personal Injury
Questions Answered

Straight answers from a Marietta personal injury attorney: not a chatbot.

In Georgia, you typically have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit (O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33). However, there are exceptions: such as claims against government entities, which require formal notices within 6 to 12 months. Delaying can result in lost evidence, so consulting an attorney early is highly recommended.
Georgia operates under a modified comparative negligence system. This means you can still recover damages as long as you are less than 50% at fault for the accident. However, your total financial recovery will be reduced by your exact percentage of fault. For example, if you are awarded $100,000 but found 20% at fault, you will take home $80,000.
While minor "fender benders" without physical injuries may be settled without legal counsel, any crash involving injuries, medical treatment, or lost wages warrants an attorney's guidance. Insurance adjusters are trained to minimize payouts; an experienced lawyer protects your interests, calculates long-term medical needs, and aggressively negotiates the highest possible recovery.
You may be eligible to recover three types of damages: Economic Damages (medical bills, future clinical care, lost wages, and property damage), Non-Economic Damages (pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of life quality), and in rare cases of extreme recklessness (like DUI), Punitive Damages designed to punish the at-fault party.
Immediately ensure your physical safety and dial 911 for law enforcement and medical support. Document the scene by taking comprehensive photographs of vehicle damage, license plates, and surrounding road signs. Gather contact details from witnesses. Seek clinical evaluation even if you feel fine, and contact Awad Law Firm before making statements to any insurance adjusters.
Hiring us costs absolutely nothing out of pocket. We work on a strict contingency fee arrangement, which means our fee is entirely tied to a successful financial settlement or jury award. If we do not recover money for your claim, you owe us absolutely nothing in fees.
Yes. Under O.C.G.A. § 51-12-33, as long as you are found to be 49% or less responsible for the crash, you have a legal right to seek partial compensation. Our legal team is highly specialized in protecting accident victims from insurers attempting to inflate your share of the blame to avoid payouts.

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