According to an article published in January of 2024, West Hartford saw an increase in crashes involving pedestrians and cyclists in 2023. The majority of crashes happened on North and South Main Street. One resident blamed “a culture of not caring” for the increase in accidents.
If you suffered injuries in a West Hartford, CT, crash caused by another motorist’s negligence, you have rights. Our team of car accident lawyers has been handling cases like yours for more than 85 years. We can help you get fair compensation for your treatment, income losses, and intangible damages. Let us go to work on your case today.
A West Hartford personal injury lawyer at Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC, will fight for the justice you deserve. Learn more during a free consultation with our team. Contact us now to get started.
Why You Should Trust Our West Hartford Car Accident Lawyers With Your Case
Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC, has the experience, skills, resources, and strong reputation to handle your car accident case. Our team has served injured victims and helped them recover compensation since 1938. We will accept even the most complex and difficult cases—and secure compensation for our clients.
Count on our lawyers to provide personalized and compassionate support and guidance as we navigate the legal process for you. We will not settle for less than you deserve and will take your case to trial if necessary to secure appropriate compensation.
Our proven ability to close cases is demonstrated by the millions of dollars recovered for our clients. This includes:
- $7.9 million settlement for a client left with catastrophic injuries after being hit by a police car during a high-speed pursuit of another driver
- $1.55 million settlement for a passenger in a crash who suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and other serious injuries
- $1.5 million settlement for a client living with a TBI after being injured by an intoxicated driver
- $1.38 million settlement for a client who suffered life-altering injuries after being hit by a police officer in an intersection accident
- $1.3 million recovered in mediation for a client who underwent numerous surgeries following a rollover accident caused by a texting driver
We do not ask our clients to pay any fees or costs before we close their case. Any money we receive comes directly from the payout. This means you pay nothing unless we secure a settlement or court award for you.
Learn more today during a free consultation with our personal injury team serving West Hartford. Contact us now to get started.
Our West Hartford Crash Attorneys Uphold Your Right to Fair Compensation
Serious injury and fatal collisions are on the rise in Connecticut. When a victim is hurt in a crash, they endure more than physical injuries. Many are shocked by the expenses and losses experienced, both economic and non-economic.
Our experienced attorneys know the most common recoverable damages and how to document the costs you incurred because of your West Hartford crash. Let us gather evidence, calculate a fair settlement range, and negotiate to recover the money you deserve.
Some of the recoverable damages in auto accident cases include:
- Medical Bills: Current and future care costs, medications, hospitalization, and more
- Lost Income: Wages and other income, including diminished earning ability for long-term disabilities
- Car Repairs: Repair or replacement of your damaged vehicle
- Pain and Suffering: Intangible losses, including physical pain and emotional suffering
Unfortunately, not all West Hartford traffic accident victims survive their injuries. If this happened to your loved one, a wrongful death action may be possible. Our attorney can assess your case and discuss how this process works.
Per Conn. Gen. Stat. Sec. 52-555, the estate’s executor files these lawsuits. While this is often the spouse, adult child, or parent of the victim, this is not always true. We will help you identify the party we must work with and establish your case.
Our West Hartford Lawyers Handle All Types of Traffic Accident Cases
Connecticut has a fault-based car accident law requiring all drivers to carry a minimum amount of auto liability coverage for injuries and property damage they cause others to suffer. This insurance coverage pays for the victim’s medical care, lost income, property damages, and other losses after an accident caused by the policyholder.
Traffic accidents occur in many ways. All can cause severe and catastrophic injuries. Types of car accident cases our team manages include:
- Rear-end collisions
- T-bone and intersection accidents
- Wrong way crashes
- Head-on collisions
- Sideswipe incidents
- Rollover accidents
- Blindspot and merging crashes
Collisions may involve one or more passenger vehicles. However, they can also involve commercial vehicles such as semi-trucks and other large vehicles, including buses, garbage trucks, and dump trucks. These cases could work differently, and a corporation or municipal agency may be liable. This makes the claim more complex. However, our knowledgeable attorneys are ready to take on these difficult defendants and fight for the money our clients deserve.
Our Injury Lawyers Build Convincing West Hartford Car Crash Claims
Car accidents generally occur because of the at-fault driver’s negligence. In everyday terminology, this means that the motorist acts carelessly or recklessly, causing a collision. Legally, we need to show the four elements of negligence are present to win a financial recovery in the case. This includes:
- Duty of care
- Breach of duty
- Causation
- Harm
Consider this example: Drivers have a duty of care based on traffic laws to obey all signals. If they run a red light, this is a breach of that duty. It is also a common cause of T-bone accidents. Victims often suffer serious injuries, significant expenses, and financial losses.
To win a case based on this driver’s negligence, we must provide evidence to support each of these elements. This could include:
- The police accident report
- Video of the collision
- Witness statements or testimony
- Accident reconstruction
- Medical records
- Experts, such as economists and healthcare providers
Strong evidence of negligence makes it easier to hold the at-fault party liable. To recover compensation, we need to:
- Convince their insurance carrier they were careless or reckless
- Show their behavior caused the crash
- Document the fair value of our client’s damages
This is only possible with evidence that compels them to settle the case. If they know their policyholder caused the crash, they will want to avoid litigation. A lawsuit and trial will always cost the insurance carrier more than a settlement unless the defendant can win the case.
What Are the Benefits of Working With Our West Hartford Car Accident Attorneys?
When you choose to work with our legal team, you will see numerous benefits only available with help from a West Hartford car accident attorney. This includes:
- Legal Experience: Our attorneys handle car accident cases in Connecticut daily. We have the education and skills to develop solid claims based on even the most challenging crashes.
- Resources: Navigating the legal process requires extensive resources. Our lawyers have access to the money, time, and network of experts necessary to develop a winning case.
- Damages Valuation: We know how to identify, document, and value all recoverable damages, helping you recover maximum compensation based on the expenses and losses you incurred.
- Rights Protection: Our lawyers protect your rights from Day One. This includes managing all communication and shutting down tactics used by insurance companies to reduce or deny your claim.
- Negotiation Skill: Our attorneys have proven negotiation skills that could help you recover the money you need without litigation.
- Peace of Mind: Knowing you have an experienced and knowledgeable legal team managing your case offers peace of mind that your case is in good hands.
How Soon Does My West Hartford Crash Lawyer Need to File a Lawsuit?
The earlier you hire our West Hartford car accident lawyers to handle your case, the better. We begin working on your case as soon as you become a client of our firm. This includes protecting your rights and preserving critical evidence to support your claim.
With our team on your side, you only need to focus on your physical health and well-being. You can let us manage your case while you continue treatment, rehabilitation, and healing.
Under Conn. Gen. Stat. Sec. 52-584, Connecticut gives crash victims two years to begin a lawsuit against an at-fault driver. However, some victims will have more or less time depending on their case details. You should speak with an attorney as soon as possible after your crash to ensure you understand the potential time limits that apply to your case.
Discuss Your Legal Options With Our West Hartford Car Accident Team
Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC, will review your case for free. You can discuss your injuries and the details of the accident with our team to learn how we can best serve you. Our West Hartford car accident lawyers will help you understand your rights and determine what you can do to get justice. We are ready to begin work on your case today.
To learn more, contact us using our online contact form or call our number.