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Georgia crash law, in plain English
The handful of rules that come up in almost every case.
| Rule | General Georgia law |
|---|---|
| Deadline to sue (injury) | 2 years from the crash |
| Deadline to sue (property damage) | 4 years |
| Shared fault | Recover if less than 50% at fault, reduced by your share |
| Minimum insurance | $25,000 / $50,000 bodily injury; $25,000 property |
| Government vehicle notice | As short as 6 months (city) or 12 months (county, state) |
| Seat belts | Not wearing one generally can’t be used to reduce your damages |
General rules only; exceptions apply.
“At-fault” state
Georgia is an at-fault state: the driver who caused the crash, and their insurer, is responsible for the harm.
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