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title: O.C.G.A. § 51-1-34. Settlement of single action under Code Section 51-1-32 — Effect in separate action.
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# O.C.G.A. § 51-1-34. Settlement of single action under Code Section 51-1-32 — Effect in separate action.

The settlement of a claim or cause of action arising from a motor vehicle collision for property damage shall not bar or otherwise affect the prosecution of the claim or cause of action for physical injury to the person. The settlement of a claim or cause of action arising from a motor vehicle collision for physical injury to the person shall not bar or otherwise affect the prosecution of the claim or cause of action for property damage.

## History

Code 1933, § 105-1303A, enacted by Ga. L. 1973, p. 295, § 1.