Getting hurt in Adams when it wasn’t your fault is a frustrating experience. You may be dealing with doctor visits, a damaged car, and calls from an insurance adjuster all at once.
Personal injury lawyers in Adams can take that weight off your shoulders, and Van Sant Law, LLC, serves Adams and the rest of Athens-Clarke County from our Athens office.
Our founder spent years on the insurance side before he began fighting for injured people. Now we use what he learned to help clients like you. When you are ready to talk, make the right call to Van Sant Law for a free consultation.
Why Adams Clients Work With Van Sant Law
Our firm has spent years earning recognition for its work. Here are a few of the reasons Adams residents call us.
- Top 10 Trucking Lawyer: The National Trial Lawyers has recognized Van Sant Law founder David M. Van Sant as a Top 10 Trucking Lawyer.
- Martindale-Hubbell Client Champion Platinum: Martindale-Hubbell named Van Sant Law founder David M. Van Sant a Client Champion Platinum honoree in 2023.
- Insurance-defense background: Van Sant Law founder David M. Van Sant once worked for insurance companies that covered trucking companies.
- $7 million in a wrongful death case: Van Sant Law recovered $7 million in a wrongful death case. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
- Hundreds of millions recovered: Van Sant Law has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for injured clients. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
You can read more about our history and values on the Van Sant Law About page. Our Adams personal injury attorneys also offer services in Spanish.
Cases Our Adams Personal Injury Attorneys Handle
Our lawyers handle a wide range of injury cases for Adams residents. These are some of the claims we take on.
- Car accident lawyer in Adams: A car crash can bring neck injuries, broken bones, and weeks off work. We build the claim around your medical records and lost wages.
- Truck accident lawyer in Adams: Truck crashes often cause serious harm because of the size of the vehicles. We look at driver logs, maintenance records, and the trucking company’s insurance.
- Pedestrian accident lawyer in Adams: Drivers must watch for people walking. If a driver hit you while you were on foot, we can help you pursue a claim.
- Motorcycle accident lawyer in Adams: Georgia requires every rider to wear a helmet under O.C.G.A. § 40-6-315. We work to keep the focus on the driver who caused the crash.
- Rideshare accident lawyer in Adams: Whether you were a passenger or another driver, an Uber or Lyft crash can involve several insurers. We find out who should pay.
- Catastrophic injury lawyer in Adams: Brain and spinal cord injuries can change your whole future. We plan for long-term care costs, as well as this year’s bills.
- Premises liability lawyer in Adams: Owners must keep their property reasonably safe for visitors. We help when unsafe conditions cause harm.
- Dog bite lawyer in Adams: A bite can lead to infection, surgery, and lasting fear. We help you seek payment for medical care and scarring.
- Wrongful death lawyer in Adams: When a loved one dies because of someone else’s careless act, Georgia law lets certain family members bring a claim. We walk you through each step.
We also handle bicycle, slip-and-fall, and other injury claims. If you are not sure whether you have a case, ask us.
What Changed for Injury Claims After Georgia’s 2025 Tort Reform?
What changed for injury claims after Georgia’s 2025 tort reform is how juries can weigh seat belt use and medical bills, under Senate Bill 68, signed on April 21, 2025. As of November 2026, these changes are part of Georgia law.
Under SB 68, a jury may now hear whether you wore a seat belt. A common myth says that not wearing one ends your claim. It does not, but it may affect how much you recover, so you should talk to a lawyer before giving any statement.
SB 68 also lets juries see what was actually paid for your medical care, along with what was billed, for claims that arose after April 21, 2025. Van Sant Law keeps up with these changes so your claim is built with the new rules in mind.
How Georgia’s Fault Rule Affects Your Adams Injury Claim
Georgia’s fault rule affects your Adams injury claim by letting you recover money only if you are less than 50% at fault, with your award cut by your share of the blame, under O.C.G.A. § 51-12-33. If a jury finds you 20% at fault for a $100,000 loss, you may recover $80,000.
Many people believe that any share of blame wipes out their claim. That is a myth in Georgia. Being partly at fault may lower what you receive, but it does not end your case unless your share reaches 50% or more.
Insurers know this rule well, and they may try to shift more blame onto you. Van Sant Law looks at the crash report, the scene, and any video to push back on unfair blame. We also talk to witnesses while their memories are still fresh.
Can You Get Paid If the Driver Who Hit You Has No Insurance?
You can often get paid if the driver who hit you has no insurance, through the uninsured motorist coverage on your own auto policy under O.C.G.A. § 33-7-11. Georgia policies generally include this coverage unless you turned it down in writing.
A common myth is that nothing can be done when the at-fault driver is uninsured or drives off. Uninsured motorist coverage may also apply to a hit-and-run crash and to a driver whose policy is too small to cover your losses. Your own insurer may still push back, though, because it is now the company paying the claim.
Van Sant Law can read your policy, find every source of coverage, and handle the claim with your insurer. Many people are surprised to learn how much coverage they already paid for.
Getting Medical Care and Records After an Adams Accident
Your health comes first after any injury. Emergency care is available around the clock at St. Mary’s Hospital on Baxter Street and at Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center on Prince Avenue. Follow up with your own doctor, and keep every bill and discharge paper.
If police responded, you will also want the crash report. The Athens-Clarke County Police Department sells reports for public-road crashes through two approved vendors, as explained on its accident report page.
Getting to a lawyer’s office can be hard when you are hurt. Our team can sign your case electronically, and we can visit you at home or in the hospital when needed.
Get Help From a Personal Injury Lawyer in Adams
You do not have to sort out medical bills, deadlines, and insurance calls alone. A personal injury lawyer in Adams from Van Sant Law can explain your options, gather the evidence, and stand up to the insurer. We work on a contingency fee basis.
Contact Van Sant Law now for your free consultation. Our team answers 24/7, and you can sign with us from your phone or computer. Injury claims in Georgia generally must be filed within two years under O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33, so do not wait to get answers.
