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Have you or someone you love been the victim of a car accident due to another driver’s carelessness? If this is the case, you may be eligible for financial compensation under the law.
For over 60 years, we have faithfully served the New Haven community, using our experience in all aspects of Connecticut personal injury law.
If you are facing an injury, we can help you get the most compensation possible and provide you with the legal advice and representation necessary to protect your rights. Contact our New Haven car accident lawyers for a free consultation.
Let our experienced legal team fight for the compensation you deserve. No fees unless we win your case.
Collisions near Chippanee Golf Club or along Peacedale Street can lead to serious and potentially fatal injuries. Connecticut saw a roadway fatality rate of 8.4 per 100,000 people in 2024, and driver error was often to blame.
In 2025, Connecticut recorded 274 traffic fatalities and 1,288 serious injuries, which was down from 312 deaths and 1,441 serious injuries in 2024. The 2025 fatalities included 64 pedestrians, seven bicyclists, and 55 motorcyclists.
Following a collision in New Haven, injured drivers and passengers may be transported to Yale New Haven Hospital, Yale New Haven Hospital Saint Raphael Campus, or another nearby healthcare facility for urgent treatment.
Car accidents can happen anywhere that vehicles are present, but some common places where car accidents may occur include freeways, highways, driveways, city and county roads, intersections, crosswalks, medians, and parking lots.
Car accidents are most likely to occur in areas with high traffic density and potential hazards, such as sharp turns, blind spots, or poor visibility. Some common car accidents include
The type of car accident will determine the specific injuries a person may suffer and the legal remedies that may be available. Reach out to our New Haven car accident lawyers to find out what options you may have.
There are many different types of injuries that a person can receive in a car accident in New Haven. Some common types of injuries that victims may sustain include:
The amount of compensation you may be entitled to receive in a car accident personal injury case will depend on a number of factors, including the severity of your injuries and the extent of your damages.
Insurance companies may contest liability or try to downplay the harm you suffered as a means of reducing their financial liability. Complex claims can require a careful examination of the evidence when establishing fault. Having clear medical documentation can also support your efforts to pursue full and fair compensation that reflects the setbacks and harm you endured.
This value will vary depending on the specific circumstances of your case, and it may be necessary to consult with a personal injury attorney in New Haven like the legal experts at Weber & Rubano to understand what your case is worth.
The following three categories can be used to describe the three types of damages a person can get in a personal injury case from a car accident:
Whether a car collision happens along Chapel Street, Whalley Avenue, Ella T. Grasso Boulevard, or elsewhere in Connecticut, the state’s at-fault rules and laws will apply when establishing fault and liability. The driver who causes a crash is responsible for paying for the harm and damage they cause. A settlement can reflect medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and other losses.
Fault, however, must be established through evidence rather than simply assumed after a collision. Evidence may include photographs, witness statements, video footage, vehicle damage, and the police accident report. While a police report can provide important evidence about how a crash occurred, it does not by itself constitute a legal determination of liability.
If the at-fault party does not have sufficient insurance, the injured party could turn to their own uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage. Connecticut requires all policy providers to include this type of coverage in policies.
Connecticut also allows fault to be divided between multiple parties. Under the state’s modified comparative negligence rule, an injured person can recover compensation if their share of fault does not exceed 50%. Their compensation is reduced according to their percentage of responsibility for causing the collision.
Under Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-572h(b), Connecticut’s modified comparative negligence rule, an injured claimant can recover compensation if their share of negligence is not greater than 50 percent. Any compensation awarded is reduced according to the claimant’s percentage of fault.
For example, if you suffer $100,000 in damages but are found 20 percent responsible for the collision, your award would be reduced to $80,000. Someone found exactly 50 percent responsible could still recover $50,000 of a $100,000 award.
The percentage of negligence is ultimately assigned by the trier of fact, meaning the judge or jury deciding the case. Insurance carriers may argue that an injured claimant deserves a higher percentage of fault than the evidence supports because every additional percentage point attributed to the claimant reduces the amount of compensation they must pay. Consult a New Haven car accident lawyer to find out what you may be eligible for.
Connecticut requires injured parties to file their court case within two years of the injury. This rule is governed under Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-584 and differs from cases involving the sale of alcohol to someone who is then involved in a collision. The courts set filing deadlines to keep their dockets moving efficiently and to promote timely filings that preserve key evidence. Exceptions to these rules are very limited, making compliance crucial for plaintiffs.
Under the state’s Dram Shop Act, Conn. Gen. Stat. § 30-102, written notice must be provided to the seller within 120 days of the injury, or within 180 days if the injured person died or was incapacitated. The civil court action must be brought within one year of the alleged act, and recoverable damages are capped at $250,000. The statute also prevents a negligence cause of action based on the sale of alcohol to someone under 21.
You can recover compensation if your share of negligence is not greater than 50 percent, although your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault.
You have two years to file an injury claim.
Your coverage for uninsured or underinsured motorists may provide compensation.
Nothing up front. The firm handles personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis.
After a rear-end accident with just $1,300 in medical bills, USAA’s top offer was $3,500. Attorney Evan Tegtmeir rejected it, tried the case before a New Haven jury, and secured a $71,350 verdict. *
At the firm of Weber & Rubano, our lawyers are experienced in personal injury, and we have a team of New Haven car accident attorneys who will advocate relentlessly for your rights. We can work to get you fair compensation in your car accident claim based on our vast knowledge of car accident laws.
We offer free case reviews in all personal injury cases, including car accidents. This is so you can see if you qualify for compensation before you commit to anything. Additionally, we guarantee that we do not expect you to pay us anything unless we obtain compensation for you.
If you or someone you love has been in a car accident, then please contact our office to hire a car accident lawyer who can help.
*Past results are not a guarantee of future outcome. Every case is different.
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