Hartford Car Accident Lawyers

Have you suffered injuries in a car accident in Hartford? If someone else was to blame, they should have to compensate you accordingly. Unfortunately, insurance companies often make it difficult for car accident victims to get the financial resources they need for their medical bills, lost earnings, property repairs, and other losses. That’s why you need a Hartford car accident lawyer from The Flood Law Firm to pursue your claim and protect your interests and future.

Since our founding in 2012, we have dedicated ourselves to providing excellent legal representation to accident victims in Hartford.

Although we have grown in size and reputation, we have remained focused on our core values of helping people harmed by others, taking on insurance companies and big corporations on their behalf, and demanding the financial compensation they need to put their lives back together. We know that the outcome of your case will make a difference in your recovery and future, and we will work tirelessly to secure the results you deserve.

Contact The Flood Law Firm for a free initial case evaluation to discuss your legal options with a Hartford car accident lawyer. Let us help you pursue accountability and justice from the driver who hit you at no upfront cost.

Why Choose the Flood Law Firm to Help You Pursue Financial Recovery After a Car Accident in Hartford, Ct?

If you suffer injuries in a Hartford car accident, you can pursue financial compensation from the at-fault driver or other liable parties. A car accident lawyer can guide you through the claims process and expedite your case. But with many lawyers and law firms in Hartford, how do you pick the right legal counsel for you?

For more than a decade, car accident victims in Hartford have chosen The Flood Law Firm to advocate for their rights and interests because:

• We provide close communication with our clients throughout their cases. You can talk to your attorney anytime you have questions or concerns.
• We have a track record of success that includes millions of dollars recovered in settlements and verdicts. Insurance companies know our reputation in the courtroom, helping us settle claims for more money without going to trial.
• Although we have considerable success at the negotiating table, we won’t hesitate to take a case to trial if necessary. Unlike other personal injury attorneys who have never seen the inside of a courtroom, our legal team includes skilled litigators with a track record of victories.
• We handle every aspect of the car accident claim, freeing our clients to spend their time and energy on their physical and emotional recovery.
• We have the financial resources and staff to go head-to-head with big insurance companies. Our firm never backs down when insurers threaten to drive up the cost of litigation.
• We understand the financial pressures our clients face as they recover from car accident injuries, so we handle cases on a contingency fee basis. You will only pay us if we win a settlement or judgment in your case.

When you turn to us for help after a car accident, you can expect our attorneys to provide the advice you can trust and the vigorous legal advocacy you need.

Financial Recovery Available in Car Accident Claims

A car accident claim can compensate you for expenses and losses you’ve sustained due to the crash.

Let The Flood Law Firm help you pursue a financial recovery for your:

• Car repairs, temporary alternative transportation expenses, or reimbursement for the value of your totaled car
• Medical treatment and rehabilitation
• Long-term care and support services if you suffer from permanent disabilities
• Loss of income or reduced earnings during your recovery period
• Loss of future earning capacity and employment benefits if you become permanently disabled from work
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of enjoyment and quality of life because of disabilities or permanent, visible scarring or disfigurement
• Punitive damages, available in cases of egregious or intentional conduct, which punish an at-fault party for their behavior and serve as a deterrent to others

Car Accidents in Hartford

According to the Connecticut Crash Data Repository, Hartford had 4,951 motor vehicle accidents in one recent year. These accidents involved 9,834 vehicles and 12,313 people. There were 11 fatal crashes, 61 involving severe injuries, and 691 crashes causing minor injuries.

Based on crash data over the past few years, Hartford’s Department of Public Works has identified the city’s most dangerous intersections.

The top 10 most dangerous intersections in Hartford are as follows:

• The Trident intersection of Asylum Avenue, Farmington Avenue, and Garden Street
• Albany Avenue and Market Street
• Farmington Avenue and Sigourney Street
• Sigourney Street and Asylum Avenue
• Homestead Avenue and Woodland Street
• Albany Avenue and Pleasant Street
• Broad Street and Capitol Avenue
• Asylum Avenue and Woodland Street
• Broad Street and Park Street
•  Sisson Avenue and West Boulevard

The Statute of Limitations on Car Accident Lawsuits

Connecticut’s statute of limitation on injury claims gives you two years from the crash to file a lawsuit against any at-fault parties. The court may dismiss any car accident lawsuit filed after the statute of limitations expires on the claim. Although the limitations period may pause or “toll” in certain circumstances, you should speak with a Hartford car accident lawyer to determine how long you have to file suit in your case.

Connecticut has strict notice deadlines for those who have car accident claims against a municipality or the state government. Depending on the local or public agency involved, you may have six to 12 months to file a written notice of your claim. For this reason, you should contact The Flood Law Firm as soon as possible to ensure the timely filing of your car accident claim.

About Car Accidents in Hartford, Ct

At The Flood Law Firm, we handle claims arising from the following types of car accidents:

• Rear-end collisions
• Head-on collisions
• Side-impact/T-bone collisions
• Sideswipe collisions
• Left turn accidents
• Rollover accidents
• Road departure accidents
• Multi-vehicle/pile-up accidents
• Single vehicle accidents

While every car accident is unique, many stem from the same handful of contributing factors, which include:

• Speeding or driving too fast for road or traffic conditions
• Reckless driving, including street racing, excessive speeding, or swerving through traffic
• Tailgating
• Failing to check mirrors or signal before turning or changing lanes
• Disregarding traffic signs or signals
• Failing to yield the right of way
• Backing up without looking behind
• Drowsy or fatigued driving
• Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
• Texting while driving and other distracted driving behaviors
• Driver inexperience
• Inadequate car maintenance
• Vehicle defects, including defective transmissions, brakes, and tires

Other factors contributing to car accidents include poor visibility, bad weather, and adverse road conditions.

Even seemingly minor car accidents can result in severe injuries, such as:

• Severe lacerations and excessive bleeding
• Dislocated joints
• Ligament sprains and tears
• Muscle/tendon strains and tears
• Broken bones
• Nerve damage
• Burns
• Whiplash
• Herniated spinal discs
• Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
• Internal injuries and bleeding
• Facial injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Traumatic amputation or limb loss

Don’t Let the Insurance Company Force You to Accept Less Than the Compensation You Deserve for Your Injuries

After a car accident someone else caused, our lawyers can file a claim with the at-fault driver’s liability insurer for you. The insurer will assign an adjuster to investigate the accident and handle your compensation claim. The adjuster will review evidence from the crash and documentation of your injuries and expenses to determine whether you should receive coverage under the policy and, if so, calculate how much compensation to pay you.

Although adjusters might seem like they care about your well-being and want to help you get compensation for your expenses and losses, remember that their job is to save their employer money by denying your claim or minimizing your payout. Insurers use many tactics to convince car accident victims to accept less than the fair value for their claims.

For example, they might:

• Contact you immediately following the accident to pressure you to accept a quick settlement.
• Ask how you feel. The insurance company can use a response of “I’m fine” to argue that you did not suffer severe injuries or that you have recovered from the accident.
• Request a recorded or written statement about the accident. Insurance adjusters know how to ask questions designed to elicit answers they can twist into evidence to undercut your claim.
• Ask you for access to your medical records so the insurance company can go on a “fishing expedition” for preexisting injuries or conditions they can cite as contributing to your injuries.
• Misrepresent the scope of coverage or the applicability of policy exclusions.
• Misstate the applicable policy limits.
• Hold you at fault for the accident without evidence.
• Delay the accident investigation or ignore your phone calls or emails.

Experienced legal counsel can help you fight back when insurance companies try to minimize or deny your car accident claim.

When you hire The Flood Law Firm, you can expect us to stand up to insurers and demand maximum financial recovery by:

• Thoroughly investigating the crash to secure all available evidence, including accident scene photos and videos, police accident reports, and eyewitness statements.
• Reviewing the facts and circumstances to identify the at-fault driver and other liable parties
• Working with accident reconstruction professionals and other expert witnesses to build a persuasive case for you.
• Documenting your expenses and losses to determine what constitutes fair compensation for your case.
• Drafting and filing your insurance claims and demand letters to pursue the financial resources you need.
• Communicating with insurance adjusters and defense attorneys on your behalf, so you can focus on recovering from your injuries
• Aggressively negotiating with insurers and liable parties to reach a fair settlement of your case.
• Taking your case to court and trial if the insurance company refuses to pay the compensation you deserve for your injuries and losses.

Steps You Should Take After Suffering Injuries in a Car Accident

After an accident, you can improve your health outcome and protect the strength of your injury claim if you:

• Seek medical attention if you have not done so already. Make sure to follow your doctor’s treatment plan and instructions. Do not put off treating your car accident injuries.
• Keep copies of bills, invoices, and receipts of your expenses from the crash, including car repairs, rental cars/temporary transportation, and medical care.
• Gather your pay stubs or income statements to calculate your lost earnings from missed work.
• Request copies of your medical records and the police accident report.
• Start a journal or diary to document the pain and physical difficulties you experience due to your injuries and medical treatments.
• Refrain from discussing the accident, your injuries, or your legal claims on social media, and do not post photos or videos of yourself during your case. Insurance companies sometimes monitor accident victims’ profiles for any information they can use to contradict the allegations of a car accident claim.

Finally, contact a Hartford car accident lawyer from The Flood Law Firm as soon as possible after the crash to discuss your options and begin pursuing financial recovery for your injuries. The sooner you contact us, the more we can do for your case.

Contact the Flood Law Firm Today for a Free Case Review to Speak With a Hartford Car Accident Lawyer About Your Legal Options

Hurt in a car accident in Hartford? Was someone else to blame? Then don’t wait another day to pursue the financial recovery you deserve after suffering injuries that were not your fault. The Flood Law Firm fights hard for injured people like you, and we want to secure the money you need to rebuild your life.

We offer free, no-obligation consultations to all prospective clients, so there is no risk in learning more about your options. Call us at (877)-987-9LAW or fill out the contact form on our website to talk to a personal injury lawyer in Hartford about how our firm can assist you with your compensation claim.

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