You don’t have to know Georgia law to know you’ve been wronged and deserve compensation. Still, it’s a good idea to keep a few Georgia personal injury laws in mind if you’ve been injured in Atlanta:
- Two‑year filing deadline. Most personal injury lawsuits in Georgia must be filed within two years of the accident (O.C.G.A. § 9‑3‑33). Waiting too long can limit your ability to recover compensation.
- Modified comparative negligence. You may recover damages as long as you are less than 50 percent at fault for the accident. Any award is reduced by your percentage of responsibility (O.C.G.A. § 51‑12‑33).
- Punitive damages cap. Georgia caps punitive damages at $250,000 in most cases, though the cap does not apply when the defendant was impaired by alcohol or drugs, acted with intent, or in product liability claims (O.C.G.A. § 51‑12‑5.1 (g)).
If you have questions or concerns, it never hurts to speak with an Atlanta personal injury attorney who can give you advice that’s specific to your case. We’re here to help.