Hartford Car Accident Attorneys

Some of the most common car accident injuries include:

• Soft tissue injuries (whiplash, sprains, etc.)
• Broken bones, fractures
• Hand, foot and wrist injuries
• Brain and head injuries
• Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
• Neck, back and shoulder injuries
• Limb loss and amputation
• Internal organ damage
• Burn injuries
• Disfigurement and scarring

Car accidents can cause both minor injuries and catastrophic injuries. However, even something as "minor" as whiplash or a concussion can lead to more serious issues if not treated immediately. No matter how minor you may think your injuries are, it's important that you see a doctor immediately after your accident.

While we can't give you an exact estimate without first knowing the details of your case, in general, the value of your settlement will depend entirely on how severe your injuries are. If you suffered minor injuries (whiplash, soft tissue injuries, etc.) your settlement may be anywhere from $10,000 to $25,000.

If you experience more serious injuries (those requiring surgery or with long-lasting effects), you may receive a settlement in the $50,000 to $75,000 range. For injuries resulting in paralysis or long-term disability, you may be entitled to several hundred-thousand or even millions of dollars. For a more accurate estimate, reach out to our Hartford car accident lawyers today for a free consultation.

Connecticut's statute of limitations allows for victims of car accidents to file a personal injury lawsuit up to 2 years after the date of their accident. Failure to file a lawsuit within this timeframe will most likely result in the case being thrown out by the court.

When you hire the team at RisCassi & Davis, P.C., we will help to guide you through the entire lawsuit process. In general, most car accident lawsuits go through the following steps:

1. Filing the Complaint - First, we will begin to research and compile evidence regarding your case that will help us to put together the initial claim or complaint in which we demand compensation on your behalf. We will send the demand letter to the defendant and wait for their response.
2. The Discovery Process - Assuming the defendant is unwilling to provide the settlement that was demanded, we will proceed to the discovery phase in which both legal teams will request information from one another in order to build their case.
3. The Deposition Process - Part of the discovery phase is the deposition process in which both sets of attorneys have opportunity to question the plaintiff or the defendant regarding their case.
4. Mediation - Most cases are able to be resolved without going to trial, this is done during the mediation phase. At this time we will continue to try and negotiate a fair settlement with the defendant's insurance company. If negotiations are not successful we will take your case to trial.
5. Going to Trial - When we take your case to court we will argue your claim in front of a judge and fight to obtain the compensation that you are owed.

One common question that our firm is asked regarding car accident lawsuits is "How long will it take till I receive compensation?" The answer to this depends on several things:

• How serious your injuries are
• Whether or not the insurance company is willing to negotiate with us for a fair settlement
• Whether or not we take your case to court

At the end of the day our goal is to obtain the best settlement possible for our clients. That sometimes means waiting until clients reach maximum medical improvement so that we can accurately determine what long-term effects there may be from your injuries. We also believe in taking our time and building a strong case that will hold up in court. A car accident settlement may take anywhere from several months to several years, depending on the details of your case.

While you might not need a lawyer to represent you for a minor fender-bender, it's important that you know when to reach out for legal help in order to protect your rights and ensure you get a fair settlement. If you have been dealing with any of the following issues, it may be time to call an attorney:

• The insurance company is giving you the runaround and is refusing to offer a fair settlement
• The insurance company is blaming you for the accident, even though you weren't at fault
• You are unsure what amount of compensation will actually cover your injuries and other damages
• You have been forced to miss work because of your injuries
• Your injuries are preventing you from fighting your case with your insurance company