Personal injury law is a vibrant area of law throughout the United States, and new cases and rulings evolve the practice on a regular basis. If you look up personal injury lawyer on Wikipedia, you’ll read that this is a lawyer who provides legal representation to those who claim to…
When you have an accident with a tractor trailer, you are dealing with a different situation than when you have an accident with a non-professional driver. As a result, it’s important that you get an attorney involved right away and that depositions are taken as soon as possible from both…
When you’re injured in a fall on someone else’s property, is it your fault, or is it the property owners? According to personal injury attorneys, that all depends. If the accident was the result of a lack of maintenance in a public location, such as a crack in the concrete that…
At the Van Sant Law we often are consulted by clients who have been injured in an accident with a tractor trailer. When you’re in an accident with a commercial truck driver or a transportation company, some new issues come into play. While an accident is an accident, professional truck…
Tractor trailer accidents happen every day in Georgia. Hopefully you’ll never encounter a big rig in a tight situation, but if it happens and you are in an accident with an over-the-road trucker, it’s important to get an attorney involved right away. We Specialize In Accident Reconstruction At Van Sant Law…
Motorcycle enthusiasts often find it ironic that states will mandate the wearing of a helmet, but they don’t do anything about requiring other types of protective gear. When it comes to motorcycle safety, sometimes the gear you are wearing makes all the difference. Motorcycle Helmet Options A top quality helmet…
It’s a father’s worst nightmare and frequent movie scene: a young man pulls up in front of the house on a motorcycle to take the daughter on a date. Sheer panic. Does she have a helmet? Is she dressed appropriately? Does this guy know what he’s doing? What if they…
In 2009, the Georgia legislature changed the laws regarding auto insurance, and today there are two types of Uninsured or Underinsured Motorist coverage in the state. They are known as “excess” and “set off.” The “Excess” policies allow you to select additional insurance that goes above the standard coverage for…
When you are in an accident, chances are you may find it difficult to remember all the details, particularly as time goes on. This is why insurance companies are often the first to call once you’ve submitted an accident report. While it would be nice to believe that the insurance…
If you’ve ever thought of getting a motorcycle, here are a few things you should know: First of all, motorcycle drivers in the state of Georgia are required to be at least 17 years old. Drivers who start out with a driving permit can only drive during daylight hours, can’t…