“Do I have a case?”
It’s one of the first things people ask after an accident.
It's a completely understandable question. If you’ve been injured—whether it was a car crash, a slip and fall, or something else—you want to know if it makes sense to call a personal injury lawyer. You don’t want to waste time. You just want honest answers. And the process, while complex, is manageable with proper guidance.
First, was someone else at fault?
This is where most personal injury cases start. If someone else caused the accident—through carelessness, negligence, or even reckless behavior—you may have the basis for a claim. That could mean a distracted driver, a business that didn’t clean up a spill, or even a property owner who ignored a safety hazard.
You don’t have to prove it all on your own. While a police or incident report is a helpful start, experienced personal injury attorneys know how to investigate and put together the evidence needed to prove who was at fault.
Second, were you injured?
To have a claim, you need an injury. This can range from a strain or sprain of a muscle to more obvious trauma like a broken bone or open wound. Importantly, even if you think your injuries are minor , you should consult with a medical provider. Some injuries, even minor sprains, can worsen or linger if not treated properly.
If your injuries affected your ability to work, caused you pain, or cost you money in medical bills, it’s worth talking to a lawyer.
What about fault on your part?
People often say, “I think it was partly my fault…” However, even if you may have been partly to blame, that doesn’t automatically mean you don’t have a case. In many states, including Connecticut, you can still recover damages as long as you weren’t more than 50% responsible. This is a complex issue that is dependent on the particular facts of your accident. In an individual consultation is generally needed to know if you may still have a case.
Bottom line?
You don’t need to have everything figured out before you to talk to a lawyer. That’s what we’re here for. A quick, free consultation (and all of our consultations are free) with a personal injury attorney can give you clarity and peace of mind.
If you’re asking yourself, “Do I have a case?”—don’t guess. You have the right to seek legal advice, and it won’t cost you anything. Reach out--you might be surprised by what you’ll learn.
At RisCassi & Davis, we’ve helped people across Connecticut recover after accidents. We’ve assisted people injured for more than 70 years. We understand the laws, insurance coverage issues, and challenges associated with these cases.
And we have received meaningful state and national recognition for our work in this area of the law. If you would like a free consultation with one of our Connecticut injury lawyers, please get in touch with us. There is no obligation.