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Injured as a pedestrian in Atlanta? Our licensed Georgia pedestrian accident attorneys handle your claim from day one—evidence collection, insurance negotiations, and court representation—so you can focus on healing. We’ve helped hundreds of Atlanta pedestrians recover medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Free consultation. No fee unless we win. Call now.

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Why You Need an Atlanta Pedestrian Accident Attorney

Insurance Negotiation, Settlement, and Court Representation

We handle all insurance claim filing and settlement negotiation. If the insurance company won’t offer fair compensation, we provide strong court representation to fight for maximum compensation recovery.

Accident Reconstruction and Expert Witness Testimony

Our team works with expert witnesses for accident reconstruction. We use expert witness testimony to prove exactly how the crash happened and establish the at-fault party’s liability.

Local Insight: High-Risk Atlanta Intersections, MARTA Corridors, Traffic Patterns

We know Atlanta’s dangerous spots – from Peachtree Street crosswalks to MARTA corridors. For MARTA incidents, we promptly send ORRs for bus video/telemetry and follow specialized notice requirements to avoid sovereign immunity pitfalls. Our local Atlanta case experience gives us insight into traffic patterns that cause accidents.

Contingency Fees — No Fee Unless We Win

You pay nothing upfront. Our contingency structure means we only get paid if we win your case. This ensures we fight hard for every dollar you deserve.

What To Do After a Pedestrian Crash in Atlanta (Step-by-Step)

1. Call 911 and seek medical care immediately
2. Photograph scene, injuries, and vehicles
3. Get witness names and phone numbers
4. Avoid giving recorded statements to insurance companies
5. Contact an attorney for evidence preservation

Report the Crash and Obtain the Police Report (Georgia Uniform Accident Report/GEARS)

Call 911 immediately. The GEARS crash report documents crucial evidence. Our police report review helps identify traffic law violations that prove negligence.

Document the Scene: Photos, Video, and Witness Info

Take photographic documentation of injuries, vehicle damage, and road conditions. Get witness interviews and contact information. This evidence collection strengthens your negligence claim.

Seek Medical Care and Preserve Records

Get medical treatment right away, even if you feel okay. Keep all medical records for our medical records analysis. Documentation proves your damages and helps establish causation.

Do Not Give a Recorded Statement or Sign Releases for Insurers

Insurance companies use your words against you. Never give statements without legal advice. Sign nothing that could hurt your personal injury lawsuit.

Contact a Lawyer for a Free Case Evaluation

Get your free case evaluation immediately. Early legal help protects evidence and maximizes your compensation. Our initial consultation costs nothing.

Common Causes of Atlanta Pedestrian Accidents (Distracted Driving, Failure to Yield, DUI)

Distracted and Reckless Driving

Distracted driving kills pedestrians daily. Texting, eating, or adjusting GPS causes drivers to miss seeing people in crosswalks. Reckless driving behaviors endanger everyone.

Speeding and Failure to Yield

Speeding drivers can’t stop in time. Failure to yield at crosswalks violates Georgia crosswalk law (O.C.G.A. § 40-6-91). These violations establish negligence per se.

DUI and Traffic Signal Violations

Drunk drivers face criminal charges and civil liability. DUI cases may trigger dram shop liability (O.C.G.A. § 51-1-40) against bars. Running red lights causes devastating crashes.

Crosswalk and Right-of-Way Issues

Drivers must yield to pedestrians in crosswalks. Violations create clear liability determination. Even outside crosswalks, drivers must exercise care.

Commercial Vehicles, Rideshare (Uber/Lyft), and MARTA Buses

Commercial vehicle insurance often provides higher coverage. We subpoena HOS/ELD logs, driver qualification files, maintenance records, and MCS-90 endorsements to prove FMCSA violations. For rideshare accident (Uber/Lyft) cases, we verify app status to unlock the correct liability limits (off app vs. app on vs. en route), often up to $1M for active trips. MARTA buses require special procedures.

Poor Lighting, Road Design, Construction Zones, and Inadequate Signage

Dangerous conditions create government liability. Poor design causes accidents. Construction zones need proper warnings. We pursue all responsible parties.

Georgia Pedestrian & Crosswalk Laws (O.C.G.A. § 40-6-91, § 40-6-92)

Driver Duties to Yield in Marked/Unmarked Crosswalks

Georgia law requires drivers to stop for pedestrians in crosswalks. This duty of care exists at marked and unmarked crosswalks at intersections per O.C.G.A. § 40-6-91.

Mid-Block Crossings and Visibility; Negligence Per Se

The jaywalking statute (O.C.G.A. § 40-6-92) requires pedestrians to yield when crossing outside crosswalks. However, drivers still must exercise reasonable care to avoid collisions. Violating traffic signals establishes automatic negligence. This negligence per se simplifies proving breach of duty in your case.

How We Prove Negligence and Liability (Duty, Breach, Causation, Damages)

Georgia negligence law requires proving four elements. Drivers have a duty of care to pedestrians. Breach of duty occurs through careless driving. We prove causation (but-for test) linking the breach to your injuries. Finally, we document all damages proof.

Causation Standards (Including the But-For Test)

The accident wouldn’t have happened “but for” the driver’s negligence. We show direct causation between their actions and your injuries.

Identifying At-Fault Parties and Liability Determination

Our liability investigation identifies all responsible parties. Multiple defendants may share fault, increasing potential recovery sources.

Negligence Per Se for Traffic Code Violations

Traffic violations automatically establish negligence. This makes proving liability easier when drivers break safety laws.

Vicarious Liability (Respondeat Superior) and Negligent Entrustment

Vicarious liability (respondeat superior) holds employers responsible for employee drivers. Negligent entrustment applies when owners let unsafe drivers use vehicles.

Dram Shop Liability for Overserving DUI Drivers (O.C.G.A. § 51-1-40)

Bars face liability for overserving drunk drivers who cause accidents. This additional defendant increases compensation sources.

Evidence We Use: Police Reports (GEARS), Video, EDR, Witness Interviews

• GEARS/Georgia Uniform Crash Report
• Traffic signal timing/ORRs
• Dashcam/traffic/Ring video
• EDR/black box data
• Cell phone records subpoenas
• Spoliation letters

ORRs, Cell Phone Records Subpoenas, Spoliation Letters

Open records request (ORR) obtains government documents and camera footage. Cell phone records subpoena proves distracted driving. Our spoliation letter prevents evidence destruction and protects crucial data before it disappears.

Electronic data recorder (EDR) / black box information shows vehicle speed and braking. Dashcam footage captures the crash. Traffic camera footage provides objective proof. Ring/doorbell video from nearby homes helps with hit-and-run driver identification.

Comparative Fault in Georgia (O.C.G.A. § 51-12-33) and Your Compensation

Under O.C.G.A. § 51-12-33, your award is reduced by your percentage of fault and barred at 50% or more—our job is to drive that number down.

Minimizing Your Percentage of Fault

Georgia follows modified comparative fault rules. If you’re less than 50% at fault, you can recover damages reduced by your percentage.

Countering Insurance Company Arguments

Insurers blame victims to reduce payouts. We fight these tactics with evidence and expert testimony.

Apportionment of Damages Under Georgia Law

Multiple defendants may share fault differently. We maximize recovery by proving each party’s responsibility.

Jaywalking, Dark Clothing, and Nighttime Visibility Issues

Insurance companies use these excuses to deny claims. We prove drivers still had duties to watch for pedestrians.

Crosswalk Signal Compliance and Shared Fault Scenarios

Even if you entered against a signal, drivers must exercise care. We minimize comparative fault reduction through strong advocacy.

Damages We Pursue in Pedestrian Claims

• Medical bills and future care
• Lost wages and earning capacity
• Pain and suffering/quality of life
• Punitive damages (DUI/hit-and-run)
• Loss of consortium
• Property damage/out-of-pocket costs

Medical Expenses and Future Care

All medical bills, including future surgeries and therapy. Life-care planners calculate long-term needs.

Lost Wages and Diminished Earning Capacity

Current lost income and future earning losses. Vocational experts prove career impact.

Pain, Suffering, and Loss of Quality of Life

Compensation for physical pain and emotional trauma. These non-economic damages often exceed medical bills.

Property Damage and Other Economic Losses

Damaged clothing, phones, and personal items. Transportation costs and home modifications.

Punitive Damages in DUI or Hit-and-Run Cases

Punitive damages punish extreme misconduct. DUI and fleeing drivers may face these additional penalties.

Loss of Consortium and Household Services

Spouses can claim loss of consortium for relationship impacts. Value of household tasks you can’t perform.

Medical Liens and Subrogation Considerations

Medical liens (O.C.G.A. § 44-14-470) and subrogation affect your net recovery. We challenge lien validity, negotiate ERISA/health insurer subrogation, and pursue reductions so more of the settlement goes in your pocket.

Claims Process, Deadlines, and Time-Limited Demands (O.C.G.A. § 9-11-67.1)

Statute of Limitations (O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33) and Government Ante Litem Notice

Most injury claims must be filed within two years (O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33); shorter notices apply for government claims—act quickly. Municipal claims often require a 6-month ante litem (O.C.G.A. § 36-33-5); county/state agencies may follow different rules—missing these notice windows can bar recovery.

UM/UIM and MedPay: Coverage Coordination and UM Stacking

Uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage provides additional compensation. We give written notice and preserve hit-and-run proof quickly to avoid UM denials and to stack available UM policies. Medical payments (MedPay) coverage pays bills immediately. We coordinate all coverage sources.

A compliant O.C.G.A. § 9-11-67.1 time-limited demand (30+ day response, itemized terms, release scope) can set up insurer bad-faith exposure. When insurers act unreasonably after a proper demand, we evaluate bad-faith exposure to increase settlement pressure.

Initial Consultation and Case Investigation

We review your case immediately and begin investigating. Early action preserves evidence and protects your rights.

Insurance Claim Filing and Settlement Negotiation

We handle all insurance communications. Strategic negotiation pushes for maximum settlement value.

Litigation and Trial if Necessary

If insurers won’t pay fairly, we file suit. Our trial lawyers fight for full compensation in court.

Serious and Catastrophic Injuries from Pedestrian Accidents

Traumatic Brain Injury and Spinal Cord Injuries

Life-changing injuries need lifetime care. Catastrophic injury severity demands maximum compensation.

Fractures, Internal Injuries, and Long-Term Rehabilitation

Broken bones, organ damage, and extensive therapy. We document all current and future treatment needs.

Documenting Future Damages and Life-Care Needs

Expert life-care plans prove future costs. This ensures compensation covers decades of care.

Amputation, CRPS, Chronic Pain, and Orthopedic Trauma

Loss of limbs and chronic conditions devastate lives. We fight for compensation reflecting these permanent impacts.

PTSD, Depression, and Psychological Injuries

Mental health treatment for trauma. Psychological injuries deserve full compensation.

Hit-and-Run & UM/UIM Coverage for Pedestrians

Recovering Through Your Own Auto Policy as a Pedestrian

Your car insurance covers you as a pedestrian. UM/UIM benefits apply even when walking.

Stacking UM Coverage and Notice Requirements

UM stacking increases available coverage. Strict notice deadlines require immediate action.

Identifying the Driver and Leveraging Camera Evidence

We investigate hit-and-runs aggressively. Camera networks often capture fleeing vehicles.

Who May Be Liable (Drivers, Employers, Bars, Government, Contractors)

At-Fault Drivers and Vehicle Owners

Both drivers and owners face liability. Multiple insurance policies may apply.

Employers and Commercial Carriers (Respondeat Superior)

Companies answer for employee accidents. Commercial vehicle insurance (FMCSA compliance) provides higher limits.

Bars/Restaurants Under Georgia Dram Shop Law

Establishments serving drunk drivers face liability. Additional defendants mean more compensation sources.

Government Entities for Dangerous Roadways and Signage

Cities and counties must maintain safe roads. Dangerous conditions create liability.

Property Owners and Contractors in Construction Zones

Construction companies must provide safe passages. Property owners share responsibility for hazards.

How Much Is My Atlanta Pedestrian Case Worth?

Key Value Drivers: Liability, Damages, and Insurance Limits

Clear fault, severe injuries, and adequate coverage increase values. Every case differs based on specific facts.

Using Experts to Prove Losses

Economists calculate wage losses. Medical experts explain injury impacts. Strong expert testimony maximizes recovery.

Documenting Future Medical Needs and Non-Economic Harms

Comprehensive documentation proves all losses. Future care costs often exceed current bills.

Costs & Fees — No Win, No Fee

• No upfront fees required
• We advance all case costs
• Contingency percentage disclosed in writing
• You owe nothing if no recovery
• Free consultation

No-Win, No-Fee Contingency Structure

You pay nothing unless we win. Our fee comes from the settlement or verdict.

Who Pays Case Expenses and When

We advance all costs. You reimburse expenses only from a successful recovery.

Free Consultation and Honest Case Assessment

No obligation to hire us. We provide honest evaluations about claim undervaluation risks.

Wrongful Death Claims for Pedestrian Fatalities

Who Can File and What Damages May Be Recovered

Surviving spouses and children have priority. Parents may file for unmarried adult children. Fatal outcomes deserve full justice. We pursue both wrongful death (‘full value of life’) and estate/survival claims (medical bills, pain before death, funeral) to maximize total recovery.

Building the Case and Proving Liability

Wrongful death claims procedures differ from injury cases. We handle these sensitive matters with compassion.

Wrongful Death vs. Survival Actions and Estate Claims

Different claims provide different damages. We pursue all available compensation for families.

Funeral/Burial Costs and Loss of Companionship

All funeral expenses plus the value of lost relationships. No amount replaces your loved one, but compensation helps.

Our Process and Client Communication

Initial Consultation

Free, no-pressure meeting to discuss your case. We explain your rights and options clearly.

Evidence Collection & Investigation

Immediate action to preserve evidence. Thorough investigation identifies all responsible parties.

Settlement Negotiation

Aggressive negotiation for maximum value. We don’t accept lowball offers.

Court Representation if Needed

Trial-ready lawyers who actually go to court. Insurance companies know we’ll fight.

Spoliation Letters and Early Expert Engagement

Preserve evidence immediately. Expert involvement from day one strengthens cases.

Transparent Updates and Client-First Communication

Regular updates on your case progress. Client-first, ethical representation always.

Areas We Serve in Metro Atlanta

Buckhead, Midtown, Downtown, West End, East Atlanta

We handle cases throughout Atlanta’s neighborhoods. Local presence means quick response times.

Decatur, Sandy Springs, Brookhaven, College Park, East Point

Serving all metro Atlanta communities. We come to you if needed.

Near Major Corridors: Peachtree St, Piedmont Ave, Ponce, I-75/85, I-285

These dangerous roads see frequent accidents. We know their specific hazards.

Don’t Wait – Evidence Disappears Quickly

Every day matters after a pedestrian accident. Video gets deleted. Witnesses forget. Injuries worsen without proper treatment.

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