We know how hectic driving in Atlanta can be. As auto accident attorneys, we regularly meet with clients who were injured on some of the city’s busiest and most hazardous roadways. The combination of heavy traffic, distracted driving, poor visibility, and fast-changing road conditions makes certain areas in Atlanta far more dangerous than others. Intersections and highways with poor design or confusing signals often become hotspots for crashes.
Some of the most dangerous areas in Atlanta include the intersection of Moreland Avenue and Memorial Drive, the stretch of I-285 near I-20 on the west side, the intersection of Buford Highway and Jimmy Carter Boulevard, and the intersection of Peachtree Street and 14th Street. These locations are known for a high volume of crashes, often involving multiple vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists. We’ve seen firsthand how life-changing these accidents can be.
Under Georgia law, injured victims have the right to pursue compensation if someone else’s negligence caused the crash. That includes distracted drivers, drunk drivers, speeding motorists, or even a municipality that failed to maintain safe road conditions. Georgia’s personal injury laws—specifically O.C.G.A. § 51-1-6 and § 51-1-8—support your right to hold others financially accountable for injuries, medical expenses, lost income, and other damages.
If you’ve been in a crash in one of Atlanta’s high-risk areas, it’s important to understand your legal rights and act quickly. The sooner we start building your case, the more effective we can be at preserving evidence and protecting your financial future.
First, make sure everyone is safe and call 911. Seek medical attention, even if you don’t feel injured right away. Document the scene with photos, get contact information from witnesses, and request a copy of the police report. Then contact an attorney as soon as possible to discuss your legal options.
Liability depends on the circumstances. The at-fault driver is typically responsible, but in some cases, a local government agency may be held liable for failing to fix a known road hazard or poor design. If the accident involved a commercial vehicle or rideshare service, additional parties may be named in the claim.
Yes, but claims against government entities must follow specific procedures. You typically have to file a formal notice within six months under the Georgia Tort Claims Act. We help clients navigate this process and identify whether a city, county, or state agency may be liable.
Under O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33, you have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, if a government entity is involved, your timeline may be shorter due to notice requirements.
You may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, future medical care, lost wages, diminished earning capacity, pain and suffering, and property damage. If the other driver acted recklessly, such as driving drunk or texting, you may also be eligible for punitive damages.
Yes. Intersections along Buford Highway, especially near pedestrian crosswalks, are notoriously unsafe due to poor lighting, lack of signals, and high traffic speeds. We’ve helped many injured pedestrians recover compensation after being hit in these zones.
Crashes involving trucks or rideshare vehicles add complexity to your case. These claims may involve the company’s insurance carrier and different legal standards. We help identify all potential liable parties and pursue compensation through the proper channels.
We use evidence like traffic camera footage, police reports, crash reconstruction, and eyewitness statements to build your case. We also review the road’s history of collisions and any prior complaints or maintenance issues.
During your free consultation, we’ll review your accident details, discuss your injuries, explain your legal rights, and outline the next steps. We want you to feel informed and confident before moving forward with your claim.
If you or someone you love was injured at a dangerous intersection or highway in Atlanta, we’re ready to help. At Shani O. Brooks P.C., we fight to protect victims, families, and their important assets, including small businesses, when someone else’s negligence turns life upside down. Contact our Atlanta auto accident attorney at Shani O. Brooks P.C. Attorneys at Law by calling 404-920-4736 to receive your free consultation. We represent clients from our Atlanta office and proudly serve individuals across the entire State of Georgia.