Personal Injury Law in Milford, CT

A personal injury claim is a legal action taken by an individual who has been injured due to the negligence or wrongful conduct of another party. This could include car accidents, medical malpractice, defective products, or unsafe conditions on someone’s property such as a slip and fall. In a personal injury case, the injured person seeks compensation for injuries and damages, such as medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other related expenses.

The value of your personal injury case depends on several factors, including:

• The severity of your injuries: More serious injuries typically result in higher compensation.
• Permanency of injuries
• Medical expenses: Both past and future medical costs related to your injury.
• Lost wages: If your injury has caused you to miss work or affect your ability to work in the future.
• Pain and suffering: Compensation for emotional distress, physical pain, and reduced quality of life.
• Liability: The extent to which the responsible party is at fault for the incident.

We’ll work with you to assess the full extent of your damages and help you understand the potential value of your case.

Insurance companies often offer quick settlements that may not fully compensate you for your injuries. It’s important to have an attorney review any settlement offers to ensure they are fair and just. We can work to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve by:

• Assessing the full extent of your damages
• Advising you on whether the offer is adequate
• Negotiating with the insurance company to pursue a higher settlement, if necessary

Not necessarily. Many personal injury cases are settled outside of court through negotiations with the insurance company or at mediation. However, if a fair settlement cannot be reached, we may recommend filing a lawsuit and going to trial. We will guide you through each step of the process and fight for your rights, whether that involves settlement or litigation.

In Connecticut, the statute of limitations for most personal injury claims is 2 years from the date of the accident or injury. However, certain types of claims, such as medical malpractice, may have different deadlines. It’s important to act quickly to preserve your right to file a claim.

For personal injury matters, we work on a contingency fee basis, which means you don’t pay any legal fees unless we successfully recover compensation for you. Our fee is typically a percentage of the settlement or award you receive. This allows you to pursue your case without worrying about upfront legal costs. 

If you’ve been injured in an accident, follow these steps to protect your health and your legal rights:

1. Seek medical attention immediately, even if your injuries seem minor.
2. Document the incident: Take photos of the scene, injuries, and any property damage, if applicable. Gather witness statements and contact information.
3. Report the accident: Notify the proper authorities, such as the police, your employer (if the injury occurred at work), or property owner (in a slip and fall accident).
4. Avoid admitting fault: Do not admit fault or provide statements to insurance companies without consulting an attorney first.
5. Contact an attorney: Reach out to an attorney as soon as possible to evaluate your case and begin gathering evidence.

If you are unable to pay for medical treatment upfront, there are options available to help you. Some medical providers will treat personal injury patients on a lien basis, meaning they will wait for payment until your case is resolved. We can help connect you with medical providers who are willing to treat you this way, if needed.

The length of time it takes to resolve a personal injury case depends on several factors, including:

• The complexity of the case
• The severity of your injuries
  Whether the case settles or goes to trial
• How quickly medical treatment is completed and records are gathered

While some cases can be resolved in a few months, others may take longer. 

Yes, you may still be able to pursue a personal injury claim even if you were partially at fault for the accident. Connecticut follows a comparative negligence rule, which means that if you were partially responsible for the accident, your compensation may be reduced in proportion to your degree of fault. However, as long as you were not primarily responsible, you may still be entitled to compensation.

You may be entitled to recover various types of damages, including: 

• Medical expenses: Costs for past, current, and future medical treatment.
• Lost wages: Compensation for time missed from work due to your injury.
• Pain and suffering: Compensation for physical pain and emotional distress caused by the injury.
  Permanency of physical injuries, if applicable
• Loss of earning capacity: If your injury affects your ability to work in the future, you may be entitled to compensation for lost income.
• Property damage: If your property (such as a vehicle) was damaged in the accident.