Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Peachtree Corners – Backed By Decades of Trial Experience
Insurance companies move fast — and not in your favor. McGahren Law builds every accident case from day one as though it will go to trial, because that’s what it takes to get what you’re owed.
Going further for pedestrians injured in serious accidents in Peachtree Corners since 1996
From busy corridors like Peachtree Parkway and Holcomb Bridge Road to shopping destinations like The Forum Peachtree Corners and Town Center, people throughout Peachtree Corners walk every day without giving much thought to the possibility of being struck by a vehicle. Unfortunately, when it happens, the consequences can be life-changing for victims and their families.
Even accidents that occur at relatively low speeds can cause traumatic brain injuries, broken bones, spinal injuries, internal injuries, and other catastrophic injuries, and these physical injuries are often only part of the challenge.
Drivers and insurance companies frequently focus on whether the pedestrian was in a crosswalk, whether they were paying attention, or even what they were wearing to argue that the collision was the pedestrian’s fault. In many cases, those questions become the focus of the claim.
Since 1996, McGahren Law has been helping injured pedestrians throughout Georgia fight back against insurance companies that are quick to focus on what the victim could have done differently.
Our Peachtree Corners pedestrian accident lawyers have earned a reputation for standing firm during negotiations and being prepared to take a case to trial when an insurance company refuses to pay what’s fair. That willingness to go further often shapes the way negotiations unfold from the very beginning of a case.
If you or a loved one suffered a serious injury or wrongful death in a pedestrian accident in Peachtree Corners or elsewhere in Georgia, reach out to McGahren Law today for a free consultation* to learn how we can help.
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A reputation built on decades of results in Peachtree Corners—one client at a time
Why Peachtree Corners pedestrian accident victims trust McGahren Law
We go further for you than anyone else will.
We don’t back down when fault is disputed
One of the first questions after many pedestrian accidents isn’t how badly someone was hurt—it’s whether the insurance company can find a way to blame the victim. We’ve seen insurers argue about crosswalks, visibility, distractions, and countless other issues in an effort to reduce their exposure. We don’t simply accept those arguments at face value. We build cases designed to withstand scrutiny and negotiate from a position of strength, knowing that if fairness can’t be achieved at the bargaining table, we’re prepared to keep going.
We’re here when you need us—day or night
Pedestrian accidents often leave victims facing long recoveries, mounting medical bills, and uncertainty about what comes next. We believe clients deserve a lawyer who is available to answer questions, explain their options, and provide honest guidance throughout the process. When you call our office, you’ll reach a real person—not an answering service—so you always know what’s happening with your claim.
Recommended by clients, recognized by the legal community
Many law firms measure success by the number of cases they sign. While we’re proud of our accomplishments—including more than 100 trials, over $60 million recovered for injured clients, recognition from Super Lawyers, AVVO’s 10.0 Superb rating, and selection to the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys—we measure success by something else entirely: whether clients trust us enough to recommend us to their friends, family members, and colleagues. Much of our business comes through referrals, and we believe that’s one of the strongest endorsements a law firm can receive.
FAQs about pedestrian accidents and claims in Peachtree Corners
Georgia has a number of laws that govern the rights and responsibilities of both pedestrians and drivers. These laws address issues such as crosswalks, right-of-way, sidewalks, and where pedestrians may legally walk along a roadway.
For example, under O.C.G.A. § 40-6-91, drivers are generally required to stop and allow pedestrians to cross within a crosswalk. However, pedestrians cannot suddenly leave a curb or place of safety and enter the path of a vehicle that is too close to stop safely.
Georgia law also addresses situations where a pedestrian crosses outside a marked or unmarked crosswalk. Under O.C.G.A. § 40-6-92, pedestrians who cross at locations other than a crosswalk generally must yield the right of way to vehicles.
Additionally, O.C.G.A. § 40-6-96 contains rules regarding where pedestrians should walk when sidewalks or shoulders are available and what to do when they are not.
Because pedestrian accidents often involve disputes about right-of-way and fault, these laws frequently play an important role when determining liability and compensation after a crash.
While Georgia law provides important protections for pedestrians, pedestrians do not automatically have the right of way in every situation.
For example, under O.C.G.A. § 40-6-91, drivers are generally required to stop and remain stopped for pedestrians who are lawfully crossing in a crosswalk when:
- The pedestrian is in the same lanes of travel as the vehicle.
- The pedestrian is close enough to those lanes that the driver should reasonably yield.
- The driver is turning onto a roadway the pedestrian is crossing.
Georgia law also prohibits drivers from passing another vehicle that has stopped at a crosswalk to allow a pedestrian to cross.
There are also special protections for blind pedestrians using a white cane or guide dog. Under O.C.G.A. § 40-6-94, drivers must take all necessary precautions to avoid injuring a blind pedestrian and must yield the right of way to a person who is using a white cane or guide dog.
However, pedestrians also have responsibilities. A pedestrian cannot suddenly step off a curb or leave a place of safety and enter the path of a vehicle that is too close to stop safely.
In addition, pedestrians who cross the road at locations other than a crosswalk generally must yield the right of way to vehicles under O.C.G.A. § 40-6-92.
The reality is that most pedestrian accident claims are not resolved by a single rule. Determining who had the right of way often requires examining the location of the collision, traffic signals, witness statements, video footage, and other evidence.
It depends on what happened, but being outside a crosswalk does not automatically prevent an injured pedestrian from recovering compensation.
Insurance companies often focus heavily on whether a pedestrian was crossing at a designated crosswalk, but that is only one factor in the analysis. The driver’s speed and attentiveness, visibility conditions, roadway design, and numerous other facts may also be relevant.
In many cases, the question is not simply whether the pedestrian was in a crosswalk but whether the driver’s actions contributed to the collision and resulting injuries.
That’s why it’s important to have an experienced Peachtree Corners pedestrian accident attorney investigate the entire accident rather than relying on a single fact or assumption from the insurance company.
When evaluating fault, insurance companies typically look at evidence like:
- Police reports
- Witness statements
- Photographs of the scene at the time of the accident
- Surveillance footage (if available)
- Vehicle damage
- Traffic signals
- Roadway markings
At McGahren Law, we know that these claims are often won or lost based on the details.
That’s why we conduct our own investigation rather than simply accepting an insurance company’s conclusions. We gather evidence, interview witnesses, analyze the facts, and build cases designed to withstand scrutiny.
Over the years, insurers have learned that we are willing to challenge questionable fault determinations and continue pursuing a claim when negotiations fail to produce a fair result.
In our experience, when an insurance company knows its conclusions will be closely scrutinized, it often changes the whole conversation.
In some cases, yes. Georgia follows a modified comparative negligence rule under which an injured person may still recover compensation as long as they were less than 50% responsible for the accident.
However, any compensation awarded will be reduced by the person’s percentage of fault. For example, if a pedestrian is found to be 20% responsible for an accident because they were distracted by their phone, a $100,000 recovery would be reduced to $80,000.
This is one reason pedestrian accident cases are often heavily contested. Insurance companies know that every percentage point of fault assigned to the pedestrian can reduce what they have to pay.
That’s why it’s essential to have a Peachtree Corners personal injury lawyer on your side who’s willing to push back and fight for the full compensation you’re owed.
What you can expect when you contact McGahren Law
Where can I find the best pedestrian accident law firm in Peachtree Corners?
When a driver hits a pedestrian, the consequences are often measured in surgeries, rehabilitation, missed time with family, and years of physical recovery. Those losses deserve to be taken seriously.
McGahren Law has been helping pedestrians in Peachtree Corners hold negligent drivers accountable and pursue compensation that reflects the true impact of their injuries for more than 3 decades.
We’ve built our reputation by standing up for our clients when the stakes are high and refusing to let insurance companies dictate the outcome of a claim.
Contact our Peachtree Corners pedestrian accident lawyers today for a free consultation*, and find out why so many clients trust us to handle their claims after serious injuries or wrongful death in Gwinnett County.
We go further than anyone else will. Starting with your first call.
No fee until we win. A real person always picks up.
