Right-of-Way Laws 

Georgia law requires drivers to stop and yield to pedestrians in crosswalks and at intersections when signals permit.  

Even outside of crosswalks, drivers still have a legal duty to exercise caution and avoid hitting pedestrians. 

Duty of Care for Drivers 

Under Georgia law, drivers must exercise ordinary care to avoid collisions with pedestrians, especially in areas where pedestrians are expected. 

Comparative Fault Rule 

Georgia follows a modified comparative negligence rule, meaning: 

• You can recover damages if you are less than 50% at fault  
• Your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault  

Insurance companies often try to shift blame to pedestrians—but that doesn’t mean you don’t have a case. 

Who Can Be Held Liable? 

Pedestrian accident cases are not always as simple as blaming the driver. 

Depending on the facts, liable parties may include: 

• The at-fault driver  
• A distracted or impaired driver  
• A company vehicle or employer  
• Government entities (unsafe roads or crosswalks)  
• Vehicle manufacturers (defective parts)  

Georgia law allows injured pedestrians to pursue compensation when another party’s negligence caused the accident.