Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Georgia | Georgia Injury Attorneys
Pedestrians have virtually no protection in a collision with a vehicle. Even at low speeds, the injuries are typically severe — fractures, head trauma, internal injuries. Georgia law generally requires drivers to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks and exercise 'due care' near anyone on or near a roadway. When they don't, the consequences for the pedestrian and their family are life-changing.
Insurance companies make money by paying claimants as little as possible. Their adjusters are friendly, sympathetic — and trained. Every recorded statement, every quick settlement offer, every authorization form is designed to limit what they pay you. Our Georgia pedestrian accidents attorneys exist to flip that dynamic. We do the negotiating. We document the damages. We file suit when needed.
Most importantly: we get paid only if you do. Our contingency fee means there's no risk in calling — and every reason not to wait. Evidence disappears, witnesses move, deadlines pass. The sooner we're involved, the stronger your case.
What to do after a pedestrian accidents incident
The first 24-72 hours after an incident shape the strength of your eventual case. Here's what we tell every Georgia client to do:
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Accept emergency transport — always
Even 'minor' pedestrian impacts cause internal injuries you can't feel.
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Get the driver's information and insurance
If they leave the scene, get the plate number — hit-and-run claims can still be filed under your UM coverage.
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Identify witnesses
Independent witnesses are crucial when the driver tries to claim you 'darted out.'
- 4
Photograph the scene if possible
Crosswalk markings, traffic signal timing, sight obstructions.
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Speak to a pedestrian accident attorney before the driver's insurer calls
Their adjuster will try to shift blame onto you within days.
Even doing all of the above, you may still need an attorney to negotiate fairly with the insurance company. Adjusters know that unrepresented claimants accept smaller settlements — significantly smaller, on average. Hiring counsel changes the math.
How our pedestrian accidents attorneys can help
Our approach to every case is built on thorough investigation, comprehensive damages documentation, and trial readiness. Here's what we do for pedestrian accidents clients across Georgia:
- Obtain traffic-signal timing and intersection survey data when relevant
- Pursue claims against the driver and any other liable parties
- Identify UM/UIM coverage when the driver is uninsured or fled
- Document the full long-term impact of pedestrian injuries
- Counter contributory-negligence arguments with reconstruction experts
We've handled pedestrian accidents cases across every county in Georgia. We know the local courts, the defense firms, the insurance adjusters. That experience matters — and it shows in our results.
Frequently asked questions
Recent Pedestrian Accidents results
Past results don't guarantee future outcomes — but they do show what's possible when injured Georgians have aggressive, experienced representation.
$1.9M — Crosswalk strike, Savannah
Driver ran red light; intersection cameras proved it.
$1.1M — Hit and run, Atlanta
Recovered through UM coverage after driver identified.
$685,000 — Parking-lot backover, Augusta
Settled against retailer's premises insurance.
Each case is unique. Outcomes depend on the specific facts of your situation.
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