Georgia personal injury questions, answered

In Georgia, you generally have two years from the date of the injury to file a personal injury lawsuit (O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33). Some claims run on a different clock: loss-of-consortium claims allow four years, and claims against a city, county, or state agency require a much earlier 'ante litem' notice — as short as six months for cities and twelve months for counties and the State. If the injured person is a minor, the two-year deadline is generally paused until their 18th birthday (O.C.G.A. § 9-3-90). Because these deadlines are strict and vary by who is at fault, it is best to speak with a Carrollton personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. Consultations are free and we are available 24/7.

Sources: O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33 (2-year limit) , O.C.G.A. § 9-3-90 (minor tolling)

Nothing upfront. We handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee — No Fee Unless We Win. Your consultation is free, and you pay attorney's fees only if we recover compensation for you, taken as a percentage of the recovery. There is no separate hourly bill.

It depends on the specifics of your case — medical bills, lost wages, future medical care, and non-economic damages such as pain and suffering. Georgia does not cap most compensatory damages in typical injury cases. No honest lawyer can promise an exact figure before reviewing the facts, so we evaluate your case for free and explain which types of damages may apply to your situation.

Call 911 and report the crash — Georgia law requires reporting accidents that involve injury, death, or at least $500 in property damage (O.C.G.A. § 40-6-273). Seek medical attention even if you feel fine, because some injuries surface later. Photograph the vehicles, the scene, and any visible injuries; exchange insurance and contact information; and note the police report number. Avoid giving a recorded statement to the other driver's insurer before speaking with a lawyer.

Source: O.C.G.A. § 40-6-273 (duty to report)

You may still recover. Georgia follows a modified comparative negligence rule with a 50% bar (O.C.G.A. § 51-12-33): you can recover damages as long as you were less than 50% at fault, but your award is reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you are found 20% at fault on a $100,000 claim, you would recover $80,000. If you are 50% or more at fault, recovery is barred — so don't assume you have no case. Let us evaluate it for free.

Source: O.C.G.A. § 51-12-33 (comparative negligence)

Be cautious. You are not legally required to give a recorded statement to the at-fault driver's insurer, and adjusters are trained to minimize what the company pays. It is usually best to speak with a personal injury lawyer first, so an early recorded statement doesn't unintentionally reduce or jeopardize your claim.

Every case is different. Straightforward claims may resolve in a few months, while cases involving serious injuries, disputed liability, or litigation can take a year or more. We keep you updated at every stage so you always know where your case stands, and we do not pressure clients to settle for less than a case is worth.

Most Georgia personal injury cases settle without a trial. If the insurance company refuses to offer fair compensation, we are prepared to file suit and take your case to court — and insurers often make stronger offers when they know your lawyer is genuinely trial-ready.

We represent injury victims across west Georgia and east Alabama in car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, catastrophic injury, wrongful death, slip and fall, nursing home abuse, workers' compensation, Social Security disability, and mass torts and product liability. Injury law is the only thing we do.

We are headquartered in Carrollton, Georgia and represent injury victims throughout west Georgia and east Alabama, including Carroll County and the surrounding communities. Call (770) 727-5550 any time for a free consultation — we are available 24/7.