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If you were struck by a vehicle in Statesboro, you are probably dealing with severe injuries that could impact your abilities and quality of life. At Chattahoochee Injury Law, founding attorney Ben Clary has represented pedestrian accident victims across Georgia for 13 years. Our firm takes every case on contingency, which means there are no upfront costs, and you pay nothing unless we recover for you. If you or someone you love was hurt as a pedestrian, our Statesboro, GA pedestrian accident lawyer is ready to evaluate your case at no charge.
Ben Clary has been practicing personal injury law in Statesboro, GA and across the state since 2011. He is licensed to practice in Georgia and is familiar with how Bulloch County courts handle pedestrian injury claims, how local insurance adjusters operate, and what it actually takes to move a case toward a fair outcome. Attorney Ben knows what to do when you are up against a resistant insurance company or other opposing party who doesn’t have your best interests in mind.
Ben Clary holds an AV Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating available for legal ability and ethical standards. He has also been recognized by Super Lawyers. He earned his law degree from the Walter F. George School of Law at Mercer University. His accomplishments and education reflect his successful case outcomes and how other attorneys within the legal community evaluate his work.
Our firm has helped Georgia accident victims recover millions of dollars in compensation, including a $5,600,000 verdict in a commercial vehicle accident and a $1,000,000 recovery in a premises liability shooting case. Pedestrian claims often involve significant and lasting injuries. We approach each case with that in mind so we calculate what your costs are now and anticipated future expenses.
We handle every pedestrian accident case on contingency, so no retainer is required in order to obtain our legal services. If we don’t recover compensation for you, then you owe us nothing. For those dealing with financial hardships from the accident, our structures allows people to get legal help without the added pressure of another cost.
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“Mr. Clary is a phenomenal attorney who goes above and beyond for his clients. After enduring several hardships with my previous attorney, he took me on as a client and was able to secure a higher settlement! Hire him—he will advocate hard on your behalf!” — Rachel Toyer
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Pedestrian accidents happen in many different ways, and Georgia law applies differently depending on how the collision occurred. Below are the case types we handle regularly for Statesboro pedestrian accident clients.
Georgia law sets specific rules that govern how and when a pedestrian accident claim can be brought. Understanding them before you act is not optional, as missing a deadline or misunderstanding the state’s fault rules can eliminate your chance to pursue fair compensation.
Statute of limitations. O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33 gives personal injury plaintiffs two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. That may sound like you could wait, but building a strong pedestrian accident case takes time. Our team works to gather evidence, obtain surveillance footage, preserve physical evidence, document medical records, and handle other legal tasks. If you wait until the last few months to take action, it can compromise your ability to gather evidence and limit your options for compensation significantly.
Modified comparative negligence. Georgia follows a modified comparative fault rule under O.C.G.A. § 51-11-7 and related statutes. Under this framework, a plaintiff whose own negligence is found to be 50% or more of the cause of the accident cannot recover compensation. Below that threshold, damages are reduced proportionally. Insurance adjusters are aware of this rule and may argue that the pedestrian was at fault to reduce or eliminate the payout. That is one of several reasons why having a pedestrian accident attorney in Statesboro evaluate your case makes a difference from the very beginning.
Pedestrian right-of-way. Georgia’s pedestrian traffic laws under Title 40 of the Georgia Code are in effect when pedestrians have the right of way and outline what obligations drivers carry at crosswalks, intersections, and other locations. Violations of these provisions can directly support a negligence claim.
Wrongful death. If a pedestrian accident resulted in a fatality, Georgia’s wrongful death statute O.C.G.A. § 51-4-1 allows the surviving spouse or other eligible family members to pursue the full value of the decedent’s life. These cases have different procedural requirements and timelines. Our Statesboro personal injury lawyer understands the added emotional aspect of wrongful death and can handle your case with the care and compassion it deserves, while using strategy to seek justice for a loved one taken before their time.
Pedestrian accidents produce some of the most serious injuries in any personal injury context. A person traveling on foot is vulnerable to sustaining severe harm from the sheer force of impact. The damages available under Georgia law reflect that reality.
Economic damages are the calculable financial losses caused by the accident. They include all medical expenses, emergency treatment, hospitalization, surgery, rehabilitation, ongoing care, and future medical costs if the injuries are permanent or require continued treatment. Other economic damages include lost wages from time away from work during recovery, reduced earning capacity if the injuries affect your ability to work long term, and property damage for any personal items that were destroyed during the incident.
Non-economic damages cover the harm caused that don’t show up on a medical bill. This can be pain and suffering, distress emotionally, loss of enjoyment of daily activities, and the impact on personal relationships all fall into this category. Georgia law does not cap non-economic damages in most pedestrian accident cases, unlike some other states. NHTSA pedestrian safety data consistently shows that pedestrian fatalities and serious injuries occur at rates disproportionate to other crash types, reflecting the severity of these collisions and potential scope of non-economic harm.
Punitive damages are available in Georgia under O.C.G.A. § 51-12-5.1 when the defendant’s conduct was willful, malicious, or showed a conscious disregard for the consequences. A driver who was intoxicated, fleeing another incident, or knowingly operating a dangerously defective vehicle might face punitive exposure. These damages are designed to punish conduct, not just compensate the victim.
If you were injured as a pedestrian in Statesboro or anywhere in Bulloch County, don’t wait. At Chattahoochee Injury Law, our consultations are free and confidential, and we handle pedestrian accident cases on contingency so there’s no fees unless we win. Attorney Ben Clary and his team can evaluate your situation and tell you honestly what your options are in seeking compensation. During the consultation, we give you the information you need before moving forward. Contact us today to schedule your free consultation.
