Georgia Personal Injury Laws
Georgia applies a modified comparative fault system with a 50% bar, so a plaintiff who is 50% or more at fault cannot recover. The state does not cap non-economic damages in general personal injury cases, though punitive damages face restrictions. Georgia courts have a reputation for significant verdicts in serious injury cases, particularly in the Atlanta metro area.
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Fault Rule
Modified Comparative Fault (50% Bar)
Non-Economic Damages Cap
No Cap
Fault Rule: Modified Comparative Fault (50% Bar)
You can recover damages only if you are less than 50% at fault. Your award is reduced by your percentage of fault.
Average Settlement Amounts in Georgia
Settlement amounts vary based on injury severity, liability, and other factors. Below are estimated average settlements for common injury types in Georgia.
| Injury Type | Average Settlement |
|---|---|
| Car Accident | $22,000 |
| Slip and Fall | $18,000 |
| Dog Bite | $33,000 |
Key Georgia Personal Injury Statutes
- •Ga. Code Ann. § 9-3-33 (statute of limitations)
- •Ga. Code Ann. § 51-12-33 (modified comparative fault, 50% bar)
- •Ga. Code Ann. § 51-2-7 (dog bite liability)
Damage Caps in Georgia
Georgia does not impose a general cap on non-economic damages in personal injury cases. This means there is no statutory limit on pain and suffering awards in most cases.
Georgia does not have a specific medical malpractice damages cap.
Injury Claims in Georgia
Learn more about specific injury types and how Georgia law applies to each.
Major Cities in Georgia
Personal injury attorneys in Georgia serve clients in Atlanta, Augusta, Columbus, Macon, Savannah, and surrounding areas. If you have been injured in any of these cities, the same state laws described above apply to your claim.
This information is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Consult a licensed personal injury attorney in your state.