What should you know about rideshare accidents in Georgia?
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is one of the world's busiest, and rideshare traffic concentrates there and around Midtown, Buckhead nightlife and major events at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Congested pick-up zones see many low-speed collisions.
Georgia tip: Save the in-app details of your driver and car before the trip disappears from recent history.
Who may be responsible for a rideshare accident in Georgia?
Responsibility may fall on the rideshare driver, the other driver, or the rideshare company's insurance, depending on the facts. In Georgia, that can include the rideshare driver, the rideshare company's insurer, another driver — depending on who caused the crash.
Under Georgia's 50% bar, your rideshare accident recovery shrinks with your share of fault and stops if you are found half or more responsible. Read Georgia car accident laws for the full rule.
How long do you have to file a rideshare accident claim in Georgia?
Generally two years for a lawsuit, counted from the date of the rideshare accident. Claims involving Georgia cities, counties or transit agencies can require written notice much sooner.