ALPHARETTA, GA — April 8, 2026 — A recent report from the Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety lists Cobb County as one of the top four counties in the state for motorcycle fatalities and serious injuries.
According to the 2022 Motorcycle Traffic Safety Facts report, released in May 2024, Cobb County, alongside Fulton, DeKalb, and Gwinnett counties, poses significant risks for riders. Metro Atlanta represents 42% of all motorcycle crashes in Georgia, despite having a smaller share of total roadway miles.
The law firm Horst Shewmaker, LLC reports a rise in motorcycle accident cases, particularly on corridors like Interstate 75, Cobb Parkway, and Roswell Road, where common factors include left-turn conflicts and improper lane changes. These roads experience high traffic and many access points, leading to heightened risk.
Zachary S. Shewmaker, Co-Founding Attorney at Horst Shewmaker, LLC, noted, “Insurance companies exploit data showing over 50% of motorcycle crash victims had invalid licenses, impacting settlement values.” He emphasized the need for skilled representation in claims.
Motorcycles account for only 0.4% of registered vehicles in Georgia but contribute to nearly 13% of traffic fatalities. In 2022, there were 207 motorcycle fatalities—an increase of 7% from the previous year.
Recent legislative changes from Georgia Senate Bill 68, effective April 2025, complicate claims by restricting noneconomic damages and impacting how medical expenses are calculated. Victims may recover only the amounts paid by insurance unless medical documentation is properly structured.
Horst Shewmaker, LLC is committed to assisting motorcycle accident victims in Marietta and North Georgia, having recovered over $30 million in damages. The firm operates on a contingency fee basis.