A road rage accident is a frightening experience. It’s bad enough when a driver hits you due to carelessness. When motorists try to intimidate you, harass you, or even do you harm and an accident occurs as a result, the outcome can be catastrophic. The good news is that victims of road rage accidents can […]
Read MoreCan You Negotiate a Settlement with an Insurance Company?
It is generally in your best interest to have an auto insurance claim lawyer handle interactions with the insurance company after an accident. This is especially true when it comes to negotiating a settlement. Most auto insurance claims after an accident are resolved via settlement. However, to obtain the compensation you deserve, it is often […]
Read MoreHow Is a Hit and Run Covered by Insurance?
A hit-and-run claim is among the most difficult types of accident cases. Understandably, the victims of hit-and-run accidents often feel anger and frustration that the driver fled the scene. It can also be challenging to bring a claim for injuries and damages after a hit and run. The Flood Law Firm can help you navigate […]
Read MoreWhat Information Do I Need for a Car Accident Report?
An accident information report is a key component of any car accident claim. The official police report creates a record of the accident and summarizes a number of key facts involved. Oftentimes motorists will be able to report the accident themselves (usually by calling 911 at the scene and providing a statement to the police […]
Read MoreWhat Are the Most Common Auto Accident Injuries?
Motor vehicle accidents are among the most common causes of preventable injuries and deaths in the United States. If you suffered an auto accident injury in a crash for which someone else is at fault, it is important to speak to a knowledgeable lawyer as soon as possible. The injuries you sustain in a car […]
Read More10 Questions to Ask Your Insurance Company After an Accident
Most people will be involved in at least one car accident in the course of their lifetimes. In Connecticut, drivers are required to carry the following minimum insurance to cover the cost of a crash: If you have been in a car accident, you face the unenviable task of dealing with insurance. You have a […]
Read MoreCan You Sue Someone for Leaving the Scene of an Accident?
In the event of an auto accident resulting in injury, property damage, or death, drivers in Connecticut have a duty to: Failure to perform these actions constitutes a violation of Connecticut’s law on the “evasion of responsibility in operation of motor vehicles” (as defined by Connecticut General Statutes § 14-224). More generally, this is known […]
Read MoreWho Is Liable for a Drunk Driving Accident?
Nearly one-quarter of car accident fatalities in Connecticut in 2020 involved drinking and driving. As such, driving under the influence is the single-largest cause of deadly crashes in the state, resulting in 74 deaths in 2020 alone. Drunk driving upends people’s lives. Victims of accidents caused by drunk drivers may suffer severe, life-altering injuries. Families […]
Read MoreWhat Does Neck Pain Mean After a Car Accident?
The neck is one of the areas most vulnerable to injury in a car accident. Neck pain and loss of mobility in the neck can persist for weeks, months, or even longer after a crash, significantly impacting your quality of life. Victims may not start to experience neck pain until a day or more after […]
Read MoreWhat to Do If You Are Rear-Ended
Rear-end collisions are among the most common types of accidents involving motor vehicles. The consequences of a driver hitting you from behind can vary in seriousness from a fender-bender to a life-altering crash. Schedule A Free Consultation In the aftermath of a rear-end car accident, you will ideally be able to take steps at the […]
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