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In Connecticut, car accident victims often struggle to understand what their injury claims may be worth. The average car accident settlement amount in Connecticut can vary significantly depending on the circumstances of the crash, the severity of injuries, and how fault for the incident is determined. If you or a loved one was hurt in a crash, it’s important to hire a car accident lawyer so they can help you determine the value of your claim.
Weber & Rubano, LLC, is a Connecticut-based law firm founded by R.J. Weber III and Louis Rubano. With locations in New Haven and Wallingford, our firm represents individuals throughout the state in both civil and criminal matters.
Our team of over 10 legal professionals has over 75 years of combined legal experience. We collaborate on all cases to help provide our Connecticut communities with legal protection. In the past three years, there have been 332,279 crashes in Connecticut, with 932 fatal incidents. We care about the victims of these devastating crashes, and we’re passionate about seeking justice.
Several factors directly impact the final outcome of a car accident settlement in Connecticut. The most significant element is the severity of the injuries sustained. Some of the most common injuries seen in car accident claims include:
Closely tied to injury severity are your medical expenses, both current and projected, such as emergency treatment, surgeries, physical therapy, and ongoing care. Property damage to the vehicle may also be factored in, particularly when the impact demonstrates the seriousness of the crash.
The type of collision involved may also affect the settlement outcome. Certain types of crashes tend to result in more severe injuries and may increase overall compensation, such as:
Another major consideration is comparative fault. Under Connecticut’s modified comparative negligence rule, a victim’s compensation may be reduced in proportion to their percentage of fault.
For example, if you’re 30% responsible, your award will be cut by 30%. This means that a $100,000 settlement becomes $70,000. However, for those found to be more than 50% responsible for the crash, compensation is barred.
At Weber & Rubano, LLC, our personal injury attorneys have handled a broad range of motor vehicle claims and have recovered compensation for injured individuals across the state.
For example, our firm secured $1,000,000 for a woman who was struck by a car in a Wal-Mart parking lot. In a separate case, a car salesman injured during a test drive received a $1,000,000 settlement after the vehicle hit a tree.
Another case involving a driver who was struck by a vehicle that failed to stop at a stop sign resulted in a $600,000 settlement. We also recovered $245,000 for a client who suffered a lower back injury in a crash.
Not all cases involve high-speed or severe collisions. For instance, a low-impact crash that resulted in a knee injury led to a $200,000 settlement. A state employee who was injured when a car struck a guardrail during a snowstorm received $250,000.
While these outcomes reflect our past results, every case is different. At Weber & Rubano, LLC, we evaluate each case individually and work to pursue full compensation for our clients under Connecticut law.
Each case at Weber & Rubano, LLC, benefits from the support of our entire team. Our firm includes over 10 attorneys and paralegals who collaborate to ensure effective legal strategies. We all understand the trauma that often accompanies car accidents, and we are dedicated to providing our clients with transparent legal information and support.
A: Connecticut allows injured parties to claim both economic and non-economic damages in a car accident case. Economic damages can include medical bills, ongoing medical care, lost wages due to missed work, and even long-term disability and pay reduction. Non-economic damages can include pain and suffering, as well as loss of enjoyment of life. Our team can help calculate these damages to ensure maximum compensation for your mental and physical injuries.
A: After a car accident, you should follow a few important steps to protect your chances of receiving compensation. Get to a safe location, away from the accident site, and contact 911 to seek medical attention. Get a copy of medical records, incident reports, and contact information of any witnesses. Your lawyer can contact them later to get their account of the incident. Take photos of the crash site and any injuries, as well as the information of all involved parties. Do not admit fault or apologize.
A: Connecticut allows injured parties two years to file their claims. While this timeline may seem long, it’s vital to file early and preserve evidence, as it can be altered over time, and witness memories can fade. That two-year clock starts either from the date of the injury or the date the injury was reasonably discovered. For example, if you develop chronic pain from the incident, but it doesn’t present until months later, the clock would start then.
A: You may not need to go to court to get compensation for a car accident. Most car accident cases are resolved through settlements without going to court. Claims are typically settled through the insurance companies, but our clients may face pushback, causing the need to escalate the case. However, even if an insurance company denies your claim, a settlement may be possible before going to court. Our attorneys work in your favor and are willing to go to trial if necessary.
Weber & Rubano, LLC, is proud to stand with clients during challenging times and work toward meaningful legal solutions. We serve residents throughout Connecticut to fight for the compensation they deserve. Contact our team today to see how we can help you.