Can I still pursue a claim if I was not wearing a seatbelt?

Can I still pursue a claim if I was not wearing a seatbelt?

Yes. Under Georgia law, evidence of seatbelt non-use is admissible in civil cases and can be used to reduce your damages for injuries attributable to the failure to buckle up. However, it does not bar your claim entirely, and the lion’s share of your injuries in a catastrophic truck collision will typically be caused by the crash forces themselves — not seatbelt non-use. Do not assume your claim is compromised; let an attorney evaluate the full picture.