Peachtree City, GA Personal Injury & Car Accident Lawyers

Those who are suffering from personal injuries often experience mounting medical bills, a loss of earning capacity, a reduction of their quality of life, long-term treatment, and significant pain and suffering. While hiring a personal injury accident lawyer and pursuing a claim against those responsible for your condition may be the farthest thing on your mind, seeking compensation can help to relieve some of the burdens you may be shouldering while you attempt to recover from this traumatic experience.

The legal team at Van Sant Law serves accident victims in the Peachtree City area and they know what it is like to be on the other side of a personal injury claim. We have experience working for an insurance defense firm, and our automobile accident attorneys previously represented several of the largest insurance providers in the country. We understand the most effective way to handle insurance adjusters, and we can inform you of the ways in which insurance policies affect your claim, including whether you are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits.

When damages are caused by willful disregard for your safety or through negligence on behalf of one or more individuals, you may be eligible to seek compensation for your injuries. Defective road conditions or products, food poisoning, single car or multi-vehicle accidents, dangerous drugs, and animal attacks can also result in severe or life-threatening injuries, and in some cases, it may take aggressive litigation and negotiation skills from an experienced motor vehicle accident lawyer to obtain the settlement to which you may be entitled.

Additionally, types of injuries that can result from an accident will depend upon the area of the body affected by the accident as well as the level of severity of the incident. Eye injuries, herniated discs, soft tissue injuries, whiplash, birth injuries, broken bones, crush injuries, paralysis, and neck, brain and spinal cord injuries can all cause severe or life-threatening complications. For answers to your questions such as how much compensation you may receive, whether you have a valid claim, and how long it will take before your case is resolved, please contact Van Sant Law, the personal injury, car accident, and trucking accident law firm Peachtree City residents know and trust, today.

• 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

When you’ve been injured in a car accident, a lawyer is essential. The attorneys at Van Sant Law have experience helping our personal injury clients to build strong cases against those who are allegedly responsible for their injuries. We tirelessly fight to recover damages for all physical, emotional, and economic hardships incurred by the accident, including:

• 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

We believe that the negligent party must be held fully responsible for your condition and be required to pay for your damages, including your medical bills. We are committed to pursuing the maximum compensation applicable to your case, and our services are provided on a contingency fee basis. In other words, you will not be obligated to pay any of our attorneys’ fees or legal expenses unless we are able to make a recovery on your behalf.

Unfortunately, motorists on Georgia’s roadways are the victims of life-altering or even fatal motor vehicle accidents all too often. I-85, which runs northeast to southwest for 180 miles across the state, averages one fatal crash every two weeks. While the Georgia Department of Transportation is aware of and is working to address the congestion and other hazards that lead to accidents, it remains a potentially dangerous highway for Peachtree City residents.

If you become injured in a motor vehicle accident or other personal injury accident in Peachtree City, you might receive care at Piedmont Fayette Hospital or Piedmont Newnan Hospital.Piedmont Fayette Hospital serves Fayette County and surrounding communities. This facility offers 24-hour emergency service and acute care, as well as specialty care, state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging, and much more. With 310 beds, more than 2,000 employees, and more than 750 physicians on staff, Piedmont Fayette Hospital strives to deliver world-class healthcare to every patient. To get to Piedmont Fayette Hospital from Peachtree City, take Highway 54 north to the Togwatee Village Parkway exit. The facility’s address is 1255 Highway 54 West, Fayetteville, GA 30214.

Another option for medical care after becoming injured in Peachtree City is Piedmont Newnan Hospital. Located in Coweta County west of Peachtree City at the southeast intersection of I-85 and Poplar Road, Piedmont Newnan Hospital has a medical staff of more than 400 physicians and an overall staff of more than 1,000 employees. This 167-bed hospital was expanded and renovated in 2016. Piedmont Newnan Hospital boasts a 362,000-square-foot facility and provides 24/7 emergency care as well as surgical care, diagnostic imaging, orthopedic care, wound care, and much more. The address for Piedmont Newnan Hospital is 745 Poplar Road, Newnan, GA 30265.

If your personal injury claim is litigated in court, the case will likely be heard at the Fayette County Superior Court, located at One Center Drive in Fayetteville, GA. To reach the courthouse from Peachtree City, take Highway 54 to Jeff Davis Dr. South. Stay straight to continue onto Jimmy Mayfield Blvd, then turn on Center Drive.

What is Georgia’s Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Claims?

In most cases, people injured in auto accidents or other personal injury matters have up to two years in which to take legal action against the responsible party. That two-year period starts from the date of the injury accident, not from the date you seek legal assistance. However, there are certain exceptions to the two-year statute of limitations and shorter or alternate time limits apply in certain circumstances. Lawyers for car accidents with injuries and other personal injury attorneys understand these timeframes, but they cannot help you if you wait too long to file a claim.   

How Much Do Claimants Get, on Average, for a Personal Injury Settlement?

This is a difficult question to answer because there are many factors that go into calculating damages and determining appropriate settlement amounts. While some settlements are several thousand dollars, others are several hundred thousand dollars — or more. Your attorney will work with you to evaluate the circumstances of the accident, the nature and extent of your injuries, your already incurred and anticipated future medical expenses, lost wages, and personal property damage. It will also be important to understand what type of liability insurance coverage the responsible party had at the time of the incident.

When Settling a Personal Injury Claim, How Long Does It Take?

The length of time it will take to settle your case from start-to-finish will depend on the underlying facts of the accident, the legal complexity, and the medical care victims required and may need as they recover from their injuries. Some cases settle in just a few months, while others may take years. No matter how long it takes, your attorney will be there for you every step of the way, working carefully to obtain the highest possible settlement based on the facts and circumstances.

What Information Do Lawyers Want Before Taking a Personal Injury Case?

If you were injured in a car accident, a lawyer will ask you questions in your initial consultation to determine the relative merits of your legal case. An attorney will want to understand who was involved, how the accident occurred, if it appears the other party was liable (rather than you), the nature and severity of your injuries, and whether you have any documentation that might support your claim (such as statements from witnesses, photos or videos of the accident or its aftermath, etc.)

If you’ve been injured in an accident you should speak with our Atlanta personal injury lawyers as soon as possible. Please contact us online or call our office directly at 855-GA-INJURY or 404-991-5950 to schedule your free consultation.