Buford, GA Personal Injury Attorney

Our Buford personal injury lawyers represent clients in a broad range of claims, including motor vehicle accidents, catastrophic injuries, and complex negligence cases. We regularly handle:

• Car accidents
• Truck and commercial vehicle accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Pedestrian accidents
• Wrongful death claims
• Workers’ compensation
• Dog bite injuries
• Medical malpractice
• Nursing home abuse and neglect
• Premises liability (slip and fall injuries)
• Defective and dangerous products
• E-cigarette and vape pen explosions
• Food poisoning claims
• Diminution in value claims
• Georgia Department of Transportation (DOT) claims

No matter how your injury occurred, we take the time to investigate what happened, identify all responsible parties, and build a case that reflects the true impact of the injury on your life.

Understanding Personal Injury Claims in Georgia

A personal injury claim arises when someone is hurt due to another party’s negligence or misconduct. Georgia follows a fault-based system, meaning the party responsible for causing the injury is financially liable for the damages that result.

Filing a Claim vs. Filing a Lawsuit

Most cases begin with an insurance claim seeking compensation for medical bills, lost income, and other damages. If the insurance company refuses to make a fair offer, filing a lawsuit may be necessary to pursue justice through the civil court system.

Georgia uses a modified comparative negligence rule, often referred to as the “50% bar.” If you are found to be less than 50% at fault, you may still recover damages, reduced by your percentage of fault.

For example, if you are awarded $100,000 but found 20% responsible, your recovery would be $80,000.

Why Injury Victims in Buford Choose Van Sant Law

Insider Experience from the Insurance Defense Side

Our founder, David M. Van Sant, began his career defending insurance companies. That background gives our firm a distinct advantage. We understand how insurers evaluate claims, where they look for weaknesses, and how they attempt to minimize payouts. We use that knowledge to proactively protect our clients and position cases for maximum value.

Trial-Ready, Evidence-Driven Representation

We prepare every Buford personal injury case as if it will go to trial. That preparation includes:

• Early evidence preservation and investigation
• Use of accident reconstruction and forensic experts when needed
• Analysis of digital data such as vehicle black boxes and ELD records
• Collaboration with medical professionals to document long-term injuries

This approach gives us leverage in negotiations and ensures we are ready if litigation becomes necessary.

Local Knowledge with Statewide Resources

While personal injury law is statewide, cases are decided locally. We understand Gwinnett County courts, juries, and procedures, and we regularly represent clients whose cases are heard in Lawrenceville. Combined with our resources across Georgia, this allows us to deliver focused, effective representation to Buford injury victims.

Medical Care After an Accident in Buford

Many injured Buford residents receive treatment at facilities such as Northside Hospital Gwinnett or Northeast Georgia Medical Center Braselton. We work closely with medical records and providers to ensure that current and future treatment needs are properly documented and fully accounted for in your claim.

Insurance companies often focus on immediate bills. We focus on the long-term consequences of your injury.

Types of Compensation Available in Georgia Injury Cases

Depending on the circumstances of your case, you may be entitled to recover:

• Medical expenses, including future treatment and rehabilitation
• Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Property damage and diminution in value
• Wrongful death damages for surviving family members

Our attorneys conduct a detailed evaluation of damages to ensure nothing is overlooked or undervalued.

How a Buford Personal Injury Attorney Can Help

When you hire Van Sant Law, we handle every aspect of your case, including:

• Investigating the cause of the accident
• Collecting and preserving evidence
• Communicating with insurance companies on your behalf
• Negotiating for a fair settlement
• Filing a lawsuit and representing you in court if necessary

We handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.