{"id":127,"date":"2026-10-14T16:35:28","date_gmt":"2026-10-14T16:35:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/34-24-229-178.nip.io\/car-accident-lawyer-georgia\/passenger-injured-car-accident-georgia\/"},"modified":"2026-10-14T16:35:32","modified_gmt":"2026-10-14T16:35:32","slug":"passenger-injured-car-accident-georgia","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/car-accident-lawyer-georgia\/passenger-injured-car-accident-georgia\/","title":{"rendered":"Passenger Injured in Car Accident Georgia: Who Pays?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-70 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background\" alt=\"A crash investigator measures skid marks on a quiet suburban road in daylight, next to a folded traffic diagram.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-crash-investigator-measures-skid-marks-on-a-quiet-suburban-photo-8.jpg\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\"><a href=\"\/car-accident-lawyer-georgia\/\">Car Accident Lawyer<\/a> \u00b7 Georgia<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Hurt as a Passenger? Find Out Who May Pay Your Claim<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C. has represented Georgia injury clients since 1999. Passengers hurt in car crashes can call us 24\/7 for a free, confidential consultation with Terance Madden.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17709786711\">Start a Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">Start a Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C.<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--star chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">1999<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Year the firm began practice<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--location chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">5<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Georgia offices<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--phone chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">24\/7<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Phone availability<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By Terance Madden \u00b7 Published October 14, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<p>For a passenger injured in car accident Georgia cases, the main answer to who pays is the at-fault driver&#8217;s liability insurance. Other coverage can also apply, depending on the policies and the facts. This page explains those sources, how Georgia&#8217;s fault rules work, and what to expect. It is general information, not advice about your specific case.<\/p>\n<h2>Who Is Considered a Passenger Under Georgia Car Accident Law<\/h2>\n<p>A passenger is anyone riding in a vehicle who was not driving it. That includes cars, trucks, motorcycles, and rideshare vehicles. A passenger may have had no role in how a crash happened.<\/p>\n<p>You may also be hurt in a crash you did not cause. A person in another car, or someone standing near the road, can be injured too. Whether a claim exists depends on how the crash happened and who was responsible.<\/p>\n<p>Common situations include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A friend or relative drove you home.<\/li>\n<li>A driver ran a red light and hit the car you were in.<\/li>\n<li>You were on a rideshare trip when another driver caused the crash.<\/li>\n<li>You rode in a work van or company truck.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Each situation raises different insurance questions. A crash involving a family member who was driving can bring up issues a stranger&#8217;s crash does not. Your injuries matter too. Some injuries show up days after a crash, so keep records of every visit from the start.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you were riding as a passenger and are now facing medical bills and insurance calls, our team can explain who may be responsible in a free, confidential first consultation. Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17709786711\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-paramedic-kneels-beside-an-injured-man-lying-on-the-roadsi-photo.jpg\" alt=\"A paramedic kneels beside an injured man lying on the roadside, giving first aid.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Who Pays for a Passenger&#8217;s Injuries After a Georgia Crash<\/h2>\n<p>In most cases, the at-fault driver&#8217;s liability insurance is the first source of payment for a passenger&#8217;s injuries. Liability coverage pays for harm the policyholder causes. Every policy has limits, and a serious injury can cost more than those limits. When that happens, other sources can matter.<\/p>\n<p>Other possible sources include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The passenger&#8217;s own auto policy, including any medical payments coverage.<\/li>\n<li>Uninsured motorist coverage, when the at-fault driver has no insurance. Under Georgia law, an automobile liability policy issued in this state generally must include an endorsement or provisions for uninsured motorist coverage that pays the insured for bodily injury, loss of consortium or death caused by the owner or operator of an uninsured motor vehicle, as set out in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t33-ch1-22-(v24)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 33-7-11<\/a>-pdf.pdf). The insured may reject this coverage in writing or choose lower limits, so a particular policy may not include it.<\/li>\n<li>A rideshare company&#8217;s policy or a commercial policy, when the trip or vehicle fits the facts.<\/li>\n<li>Health insurance, which can affect how medical bills are presented in a claim.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Which sources apply depends on the policies in force and the facts of the crash. Two passengers in the same car can have different answers. Gather the insurance details from every driver involved, along with any police report number.<\/p>\n<h2>What a Passenger Can Recover in Georgia<\/h2>\n<p>A passenger can seek economic damages, which are bills and lost money. A passenger can also seek non-economic damages, which cover pain and suffering.<\/p>\n<p>Economic damages can include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Emergency care, hospital stays, and surgery<\/li>\n<li>Physical therapy, prescriptions, and follow-up care<\/li>\n<li>Future medical care your doctor says you need<\/li>\n<li>Travel to appointments<\/li>\n<li>Lost wages, and lost earning ability if the injury keeps you from working later<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Georgia limits medical expense claims to the reasonable value of medically necessary care, and a jury decides that amount (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-1.1<\/a>-pdf.pdf)-pdf.pdf)-pdf.pdf)). If treatment was given under a letter of protection, the letter and itemized bills become relevant evidence.<\/p>\n<p>Pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life are non-economic damages. They are harder to put a number on, so a clear daily record helps. If a crash kills a family member, Georgia law covers funeral and other necessary expenses when death results from negligence (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-4-5<\/a>-2017-pdf.pdf)-2017-pdf.pdf)-2017-pdf.pdf)).<\/p>\n<h2>How Fault and Comparative Negligence Affect a Passenger&#8217;s Claim<\/h2>\n<p>Georgia reduces your recovery by your share of fault. You get nothing if you are 50 percent or more responsible. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-33<\/a>-pdf.pdf)-pdf.pdf)-pdf.pdf), the judge reduces damages by the plaintiff&#8217;s percentage of fault.<\/p>\n<p>Fault can be shared among several parties. The jury must consider everyone who contributed to the injury, even people who were never sued. Each liable party then pays only its own share, not a joint amount.<\/p>\n<p>Insurers may try to assign blame to a passenger, such as over seat belt use. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t40-ch6-16-(v29)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 40-8-76.1<\/a>-pdf.pdf)-pdf.pdf)-pdf.pdf), whether a failure to wear a seat belt may be considered as evidence in a claim depends on the type of claim and the date involved, so any limits that apply should be reviewed for each case. A court can still decide whether that evidence comes in.<\/p>\n<p>Timing matters too. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t9-ch1-10-(v6)-2023-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 9-3-33<\/a>-2023-pdf.pdf)-2023-pdf.pdf)-2023-pdf.pdf), actions for injuries to the person must be brought within two years after the right of action accrues. Waiting too long can end a claim. A consultation can review how these rules fit your facts.<\/p>\n<h2>What to Expect When You Work With T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C.<\/h2>\n<p>You start with a free, confidential first consultation, with no obligation to continue. The process then moves in clear steps.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Consultation.<\/strong> Terance Madden reviews the crash, your injuries, and the insurance information you have.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Investigation.<\/strong> The firm gathers the police report, medical records, and insurance details from every party involved.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Evaluation.<\/strong> The firm identifies every possible source of payment and documents your losses.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Negotiation or lawsuit.<\/strong> Demands go to insurers. If a fair resolution cannot be reached, the case may go to court.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Timelines vary. The firm cannot predict how long a claim will take or what it will resolve for.<\/p>\n<p>Terance Madden works on a no-fee-unless-we-win basis. You may still be responsible for court costs and case expenses, and we explain those before you decide. Our team handles scheduling, records requests, and calls with insurers so you can focus on recovery.<\/p>\n<p>The firm has been in practice since 1999, with offices in Jonesboro, Atlanta, Decatur, Macon, and Augusta.<\/p>\n<h2>Common Questions About Passenger Injury Claims in Georgia<\/h2>\n<p>Passengers can often pursue compensation when another driver&#8217;s negligence caused the crash.<\/p><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I get money for being a passenger in a car accident?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Possibly. It depends on whether another driver&#8217;s negligence caused the crash and what coverage applies.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What is a typical settlement for a car accident in Georgia?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No single figure fits every case. Values depend on injuries, coverage, and fault.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can a passenger be held liable for a car accident?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Generally only if the passenger&#8217;s own conduct contributed to the crash. That is judged under comparative fault (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gasupreme.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/s19g1612.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-33<\/a>).<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Does a passenger need to file a claim to recover?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Usually the claim starts with the insurer. A lawsuit may follow if the claim cannot be resolved.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can a passenger sue a relative who was driving?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That depends on the facts and the policies involved. Bring the details to your consultation.<\/p><\/details>\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17709786711\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/damaged-vehicles-resting-among-trees-beside-a-road-after-a-c-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Damaged vehicles resting among trees beside a road after a crash\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk to Terance Madden About Your Passenger Injury Claim<\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re still recovering, juggling medical bills, or caring for someone hurt while riding in a car they did not control, you do not have to sort out the insurance alone. Our team can review who may be responsible for your losses. You can start a free case evaluation or schedule a free consultation through our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">contact page<\/a>. You can call us anytime, 24\/7.<\/p>\n<p>T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C. | Responsible attorney: Terance Madden | Offices: Jonesboro (Clayton County), Atlanta, Decatur, Macon, and Augusta | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">Contact us<\/a><\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>The information on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Please consult a licensed Georgia attorney regarding your specific legal situation. T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C., 114 S. 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Court costs and case expenses may still be your responsibility, and we explain them before you decide.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--chat\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Confidential, no-obligation consultation<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Keep Your Records Together<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Save the police or crash report, photos, medical records, bills, and any insurance letters you receive. Having these ready helps us review your situation quickly during your free consultation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17709786711\">Call Us Now<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">Call Us Now<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Common Passenger Crash Situations<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Another driver caused the crash<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When a driver other than the one you were riding with appears to have been negligent, a passenger may have a claim worth reviewing.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rideshare, taxi, or shuttle<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Crashes involving ride services or commercial vehicles can involve several insurance policies. We help sort out which coverage may apply.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Friend or family member driving<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Injuries to a passenger riding with a relative or friend raise their own questions about fault and coverage. We can explain your options.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Serious or lasting injuries<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Broken bones, head injuries, and spinal injuries often require long-term care. We take the time to understand the full impact on your life.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-secondary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--secondary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Talk With Terance Madden About Your Crash<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-0aa01211 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17709786711\">Schedule a Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">Schedule a Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- chg:section-siblings -->\n<nav aria-label=\"More in this section\">\n<h2>More in this section<\/h2>\n<ul><li><a href=\"\/guides\/car-accident-lawyer-georgia\/car-accident-lawyer-i-75-i-285-clayton-county\/\">Car Accident Lawyer for I-75 and I-285 Crashes in Clayton County<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/guides\/car-accident-lawyer-georgia\/hit-and-run-car-accident-lawyer-georgia\/\">Hit-and-Run Car Accident Lawyer in Georgia<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/guides\/car-accident-lawyer-georgia\/uninsured-driver-car-accident-lawyer-georgia\/\">Uninsured Driver Car Accident Lawyer in Georgia<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<!-- \/chg:section-siblings -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hurt as a passenger in a Georgia car crash? 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