Pedestrians in Midtown face constant risks from speeding cars, distracted drivers, and unsafe crosswalks. If you’ve been hit, we’ll help you get the justice and compensation you’re owed.
Protecting People on Foot in the Heart of Atlanta
Midtown is one of Atlanta’s busiest pedestrian corridors. With foot traffic near Georgia Tech, Piedmont Park, and Peachtree Street, the danger of careless driving is always present. If you’ve been struck while walking, jogging, or crossing the street, you deserve a legal team that knows the area and takes your case seriously. At Parrish Law Firm, we fight for injured pedestrians every day—and we win.
Where Pedestrian Accidents Happen in Midtown
We’ve represented clients injured in crosswalks and walkways across Midtown, including:
- Peachtree Street & 10th Street intersection
- Near MARTA Midtown and North Avenue stations
- Piedmont Park entrances and walking paths
- Along Juniper Street and Monroe Drive
- Residential areas near Ponce City Market and Georgia Tech
Pedestrian injury cases often hinge on visibility, signal timing, and driver negligence. We gather video footage, witness statements, and accident reports to prove fault.
Imagine This
You’re crossing 8th Street on your lunch break when a rideshare driver turns left and strikes you in the crosswalk. You hit your head on the pavement and break your collarbone. The driver claims they didn’t see you—but surveillance footage proves otherwise. An attorney can help you file a claim against the rideshare company’s insurer and work with your doctors to document long-term mobility impacts.
Injuries Pedestrians Often Face
Pedestrian accidents are uniquely dangerous because there's no protection between you and the vehicle. Common injuries include:
- Broken bones and fractures
- Head trauma and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
- Spinal cord damage and paralysis
- Facial injuries and disfigurement
- Internal bleeding and organ damage
- Long-term mobility limitations
These injuries often require surgery, rehab, and time away from work. We pursue every category of compensation you’re entitled to.
Let’s talk about your case before time runs out.
FAQs: Midtown Pedestrian Injury Claims
Do pedestrians always have the right of way in Georgia?
Not always, but drivers are legally required to yield in marked crosswalks. We examine right-of-way laws, traffic signals, and visibility to determine fault.
What if I was jaywalking?
Even if you weren’t in a crosswalk, you may still have a valid claim depending on the driver’s speed, visibility, and negligence.
How long do I have to file a claim?
Georgia generally gives you 2 years to file a personal injury lawsuit. Acting quickly helps us gather evidence and secure your case.
Can I be compensated if I was partly at fault?
Yes. Georgia follows a modified comparative negligence rule—you can still recover damages if you’re less than 50% at fault.