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Legal Landscape for Sports Related Brain Injuries
Sports related brain injuries have become a major concern in recent years, with increasing evidence of long-term damage caused by concussions and... more
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How Is Fault Determined in a Car Accident?
Car accidents are stressful and potentially dangerous events that can cause physical injury and/or damage to vehicles. In most cases, determining who... more
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Slip and Fall Accidents in the Snow and Ice
Connecticut has challenging winters. The yearly average snowfall in the state is 37 inches, which is higher than the 28-inch US average.... more
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How Long Does It Take to Get a Car Accident Settlement?
Receiving a settlement for injuries suffered in a car accident can take time. The reason it takes time is due to numerous... more
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What is the process in pursuing a personal injury claim?
The first thing you will need to do is hire an experienced personal injury lawyer who will explain the process to you... more
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¿Cuál es el proceso para presentar una demanda por lesiones personales?
Lo primero que deberá hacer es contratar a un abogado con experiencia en lesiones personales que le explicará el proceso e iniciará... more
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Si me lesiono en un accidente, ¿qué debo hacer?, y ¿es importante contratar a un abogado?
Usted puede hacer varias cosas en caso de que se lesione en un accidente, incluida la contratación de un abogado especializado para... more
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¿Qué debo hacer si creo que un proveedor médico fue negligente?
La negligencia médica es un evento muy grave que podría provocar daños permanentes, lesiones o la muerte de un paciente. La negligencia... more
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¿Cuánto vale mi caso?
Esta es una pregunta común, y la respuesta depende de si es un caso de accidente automovilístico, negligencia médica, muerte por negligencia,... more
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What should I do if I believe a medical provider was negligent? _ Personal Injury FAQ #3
What should I do if I believe a medical provider was negligent? Medical Negligence, commonly referred to as “Medical Malpractice” is a... more
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If injured in an accident what should I do and is hiring lawyer important? – Personal Injury FAQ #2
There are several things you should do in the event you are injured in an accident, including hiring experienced injury lawyer to... more
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What is my case worth? – Personal Injury FAQ #1
That is a common question. First, it depends on the type of case… motor vehicle accident; medical malpractice; wrongful death; dog bite... more
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Our FREE Service: Assistance with Your Pardon Application
Criminal convictions can impede your ability to seek and maintain employment, housing, educational opportunities, and loans. You may be eligible for a... more
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Preventing Teen Car Accidents
Motor vehicle crashes are the number one cause of death for adolescents. Teen drivers from 16 to 19 are involved in fatal... more
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Workplace Sexual Harassment in Connecticut
Sexual harassment refers to any unwelcome sexual advances or requests for sexual favors or any conduct of a sexual nature. It is... more
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Delayed Injury Symptoms After a Car Accident
A car accident can turn your life upside down, even when the damage is not severe or life-threatening. After the initial shock... more
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Question not listed? Ask us hereWhat is the process in pursuing a personal injury claim?
The first thing you will need to do is hire an experienced personal injury lawyer who will explain the process to you... more
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What should I do if I believe a medical provider was negligent? _ Personal Injury FAQ #3
What should I do if I believe a medical provider was negligent? Medical Negligence, commonly referred to as “Medical Malpractice” is a... more
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If injured in an accident what should I do and is hiring lawyer important? – Personal Injury FAQ #2
There are several things you should do in the event you are injured in an accident, including hiring experienced injury lawyer to... more
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What is my case worth? – Personal Injury FAQ #1
That is a common question. First, it depends on the type of case… motor vehicle accident; medical malpractice; wrongful death; dog bite... more
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Many times, an injured person isn’t sure if they have an injury case or what they should do if they were injured through the fault of another. The easiest thing to do is call or meet with an experienced injury attorney right away so that your case can be reviewed to determine if you have a cause of action. You should not wait. The more that time passes, there is a greater potential for evidence to be lost or compromised.
Medical negligence is complicated, so it is important that you first document as much as you can by creating a log of your medical visits and what you were told. Obtaining as much of the medical records as possible is likewise important. Providing the log and records to an experienced medical negligence lawyer will prove helpful in getting an opinion as to whether medical negligence had in fact occurred.
In this situation, all is not lost. Fortunately, Connecticut Law requires that our motor vehicle insurance policies carry additional coverage known as “uninsured motorist coverage.” This type of coverage protects you from uninsured vehicles and allows you to receive compensation for your injuries as if the at-fault driver or fleeing driver had insurance.
When an accident occurs, the at-fault driver’s insurance company is not obligated to pay medical bills as incurred (as they are generally included in the settlement at the end of the case), and medical providers might not treat you without health insurance. Therefore, it is important to hire an experienced personal injury attorney who can arrange with the medical provider to wait until the case is settled to receive payment. That will allow you to receive the necessary treatment without having to worry about making a payment each time you see the doctor.
No. The at-fault driver’s insurance company is only interested in obtaining information from you so that it can try to shift blame back to you for the accident. Their only interest is to reduce the amount of money they ultimately will be obligated to pay you. A lawyer should be consulted and retained immediately after an accident so that your interests are protected.
If you or someone you know were injured in the accident then you should consult an attorney. As the injured victim, you have the right to seek compensation from the at-fault party for your medical costs, pain and suffering, and other losses. Insurance companies have high-paid lawyers and experts who will fight against you to make sure you get as little money as possible. Statistically, people represented by lawyers get better results and higher compensation. If you or someone you know was injured in an accident then please contact us for a free, no-obligation consultation.
The great thing about our personal injury lawyers is that we only get paid if we win your case. Our fee is a percentage of the amount of money that we recover for you. This allows you to choose best lawyer for your case, without worrying about paying big legal fees.
In addition to medical bills, lost wages, and damage to your vehicle, you may be entitled to compensation for emotional distress; pain and suffering; and loss of enjoyment (if you can no longer enjoy or participate in activities, hobbies, sports, etc.)