Kennesaw, GA Personal Injury & Car Crash Lawyers

If you are the victim of an act of negligence, and have suffered serious or catastrophic injuries, find out more about our firm, Van Sant Law. We are personal injury trial lawyers, and have recovered millions of dollars in damages for our clients over our years in practice, and have served as counsel in many difficult cases that required professional and skilled litigation. When a serious or catastrophic injury has occurred, the costs involved in treatment can range into the hundreds of thousands or higher in just a few short months. Who should pay your bills?

We believe that the negligent party must be held fully accountable, and be forced to pay for all medical bills, as well as other damages, such as pain and suffering, lost wages, both current and estimated for the future, and other damages that have impacted your life, either financially or personally. We are committed to pursuing the maximum in damages, and our legal services are provided on a contingency fee basis – you owe no legal fees until your car crash lawyer or other personal injury attorney is successful in recovering damages for you. We are confident, professional and are dedicated to pursuing justice for the injured.

How Van Sant Law Can Help

• Car accident
• Motorcycle accident
• Bicycle accident
• Work related injury
• Defective Products
• Medical malpractice
• Dangerous drugs
• Nursing home abuse
• Food poisoning
• DOT claims
• Animal and dog attacks
• Premises liability
• Wrongful death

A serious injury that occurred through the negligent actions of another party, whether an individual or a corporation, allows for the victim to seek damages from that party, or the insurance company. Proving negligence can vary in complexity, and in some claims, is hotly contested by corporate defense lawyers. In these cases, you need to ensure that your legal representation has achieved success in this type of case, whether in recovering a settlement or a judgment at trial.

• Catastrophic Injuries
• Neck Injuries
• Broken Bones
• Soft Tissue Injuries
• Whiplash
• Birth Injuries
• Herniated Disc Injuries
• Burn Injuries
• Brain Injuries
• Spinal Cord Injuries
• Eye Injuries
• Knee Injuries
• Paralysis
• Crush Injuries

Most personal injury victims need to receive professional medical treatment before speaking to an attorney to discuss their rights to compensation. That is especially true for victims of motor vehicle accidents who often need immediate medical care, only consulting with an auto accident lawyer after recovering from their injuries.

There are several places where you could receive immediate, high-quality, compassionate medical treatment and health care in Kennesaw. For minor injuries and illnesses such as cuts/lacerations, broken or sprained bones, muscle strains, coughs, colds, and flu symptoms, you might consider Wellstar Urgent Care. This walk-in clinic, which also offers online appointment scheduling, is open every day.

The Wellstar Kennestone Emergency Department is a popular choice, offering immediate, specialized care for more severe and complex injuries. As a recognized Level II Trauma Center and a Comprehensive Stroke Center, the emergency department offers: 

• Dedicated ambulance entrance
• Pediatric Emergency Department
• Direct access to CT scans
• Specialized emergency Cardiac Care Center

Receiving quality medical treatment for personal injuries is critical. These local medical centers are committed to providing the highest level of care possible to patients to help facilitate the recovery process.

If you were injured or otherwise harmed due to someone else’s negligence, you may have a claim for compensation under Georgia law. To determine whether you have a valid claim, consult with an experienced attorney/law firm that has handled similar matters. Evaluating your options as soon as possible after the injury incident occurs is the best way to preserve your rights so you can make informed decisions.

A number of variables can impact the potential value of your personal injury compensation claim. These include: 

• The nature and severity of the injury accident
• The extent of your injuries
• The extent to which your injuries impact your daily activities

Your attorney will work to estimate the value of your claim and fight for the full amount of compensation you are entitled to receive under Georgia law.

Before signing anything or agreeing to accept a proposed settlement from the responsible party or their insurance company, talk to a knowledgeable personal injury lawyer who can help you evaluate the offer. Unfortunately, insurance companies’ initial offers of compensation are often intentionally low; injured parties who accept settlements cannot later go back to ask for more compensation. Engaging an attorney means you will have a fierce advocate in your corner, fighting for a fair settlement.

Yes! Victims in personal injury cases may be entitled to both economic and noneconomic damages. In some cases, victims may also be able to recover punitive damages.

Economic damages include direct financial expenses such as medical expenses, compensation for damage to personal property, and lost wages. Noneconomic damages include money designed to compensate victims for emotional distress and pain and suffering. Punitive damages, available in limited circumstances, are designed to punish the responsible party for their actions. Your attorney will explain the potential damages available for your personal injury claim.

Unfortunately, yes. Waiting too long to file a claim for damages could mean you are barred from pursuing your legal rights to compensation. In Georgia, there are specific statutes of limitations (time limits) for filing claims. The applicable time frame depends on the circumstances and parties to the case, so it is important to talk to a knowledgeable attorney as soon as you feel up to doing so to preserve your legal rights.

In most cases, personal injury victims do not pay anything out of pocket to work with a car accident lawyer or other personal injury lawyer. That’s because personal injury law firms often work on a contingency basis. This means that the client only pays the firm if the firm is successful in recovering damages for the client.

If you’ve been injured in an accident you should speak with our Sandy Springs personal injury lawyers as soon as possible. Please contact us online or call our office directly at 855-GA-INJURY or 678.679-6711 to schedule your free consultation with an experienced car accident attorney.