Preserve the Product and Evidence
Do not discard or alter the product; secure it and any packaging, receipts, or related items as evidence.
Our Defective Product Lawyers provide guidance for families in Connecticut who have lost a loved one due to dangerous or defective products. We navigate Connecticut's product liability and wrongful death laws to pursue justice and compensation.
Free Consultation25+
Deaths linked to hazardous consumer products in 2024, according to reports on recalled items.
900+
Injuries from products carrying recalls or warnings in 2024.
12.7M
Consumer product injuries in the US in 2023, many involving defective items.
Protect your legal rights and strengthen your Connecticut wrongful death claim by following these steps:
Do not discard or alter the product; secure it and any packaging, receipts, or related items as evidence.
Take photos of the product, injury site, and obtain medical records or autopsy reports to establish causation.
Notify the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) or relevant agency about the dangerous product.
Any statements could be used against your claim. Let your Connecticut product liability lawyer handle communications.
Reach out for a free consultation to file a product liability wrongful death claim within Connecticut's 3-year statute of limitations for product liability, and 2-year for wrongful death.
Understanding typical defects in products can strengthen liability claims under Connecticut's product liability laws.
Inherently unsafe product designs, such as unstable furniture or flawed vehicle components.
Errors during production, like contaminated pharmaceuticals or faulty electrical wiring in appliances.
Failure to provide adequate warnings or instructions, leading to misuse and fatalities.
Products not performing as warranted, such as defective medical devices or consumer goods.
We fight for complete compensation under Connecticut law for deaths caused by defective products in Northwest Connecticut.
Covers medical expenses prior to death, funeral costs, lost wages, and future earning potential.
Compensation for the deceased's pain and suffering, emotional distress, and the family's loss of enjoyment of life.
Damages for the loss of companionship, support, and services to spouses or family members.
Available for reckless conduct by manufacturers, with potential for enhanced awards under Connecticut law.
The Nicholas Law Firm provides specialized representation for wrongful death claims from dangerous products throughout Connecticut, to help families in Torrington, Winsted, Litchfield, and beyond seek justice.
Our defective product attorneys have successfully recovered significant settlements in product liability cases across Torrington, Connecticut.
We ensure claims address design, manufacturing, or marketing defects effectively.
Collaborating with engineers and experts to prove product defects and causation in fatal incidents.
Contingency fee basis means no upfront costs, allowing families to pursue claims without financial burden.
Under Connecticut law, product liability claims in Connecticut include strict liability for defects, and wrongful death actions under Conn. law allow recovery of damages with a 2-year limit from death, extendable in some cases.
A wrongful death claim for a defective product can be filed by the representative of the deceased’s estate, often a close family member such as a spouse, adult child, or parent. While the estate files the claim, any compensation recovered is ultimately distributed to surviving family members based on the deceased’s will or Connecticut inheritance laws.
Families must take legal action quickly because wrongful death claims have strict time limits. It’s crucial to consult a Connecticut defective product lawyer as soon as possible to investigate the case, preserve evidence, and file a claim before the deadline expires. Early legal action also strengthens your case by ensuring critical evidence like the product itself is preserved.
Yes. Punitive damages may be awarded in cases where a manufacturer, retailer, or distributor acted with reckless disregard for consumer safety. For example, if a company knew about a defect but failed to issue a recall, a court may award punitive damages to punish this misconduct and deter future negligence.
Compensation recovered from a wrongful death claim is awarded to the estate and then distributed to the surviving family members or heirs. This typically includes the spouse, children, or other close relatives of the deceased. The distribution depends on the terms of the will or, if there is no will, Connecticut’s inheritance laws.
We provide in-depth legal assistance to navigate product liability wrongful death claims under Connecticut law, ensuring families receive the compensation they deserve.
Analyze the product, incident reports, and medical records to determine defect and liability.
Work with experts to test the product and establish design, manufacturing, or warning defects.
Prepare and file the lawsuit on behalf of the estate.
Negotiate with manufacturers or litigate to secure maximum compensation, including punitive damages.
Offer compassionate assistance throughout, helping families heal while handling legal details.
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Proven Success in Securing Compensation
$1,333,672
Closed head injury with concussion and traumatic brain injury, improved with treatment over time; no surgery required.
$1,295,000
Motor vehicle accident resulting in a wrongful death claim, with compensation obtained for the estate and surviving family.
$1,100,000
Injured as a passenger in a motor vehicle accident, sustained multiple fractures requiring surgery, and made a strong recovery.
$1,000,000
Low back injury with multiple surgeries, additional knee surgeries, and early retirement due to ongoing disability.
$900,000
Client’s workplace head trauma caused permanent damage, with settlement addressing long-term care needs.
$850,000
Passenger in a head-on collision, sustained fractures requiring surgeries and made a good recovery
$850,000
Decedent was passenger in motor vehicle that was struck by hit and run Defendant driver who fled the scene.
$840,000
Passengers injured by a DUI driver; bars notified. One required triple-level cervical fusion, the other sustained significant scarring.
$750,000
Motorcycle passenger accident resulting in wrongful death; policy limits fully recovered.
$688,000
Rear-end work truck accident causing neck and lower back injuries requiring lumbar fusion.
$680,000
Low back injury with multiple surgeries; received Social Security benefits before ultimately returning to work.
$629,569
Fully contested case involving a back injury from an accident; required surgeries, went to a formal hearing where we prevailed, and the client made a good recovery.
$610,000
Head injury with concussion, inner ear damage, memory issues, chest pain, lower back spasms, and multiple injuries to hip, knee, and broken ankle.
$593,000
Work-related knee injury requiring total knee arthroscopy, followed by infection and multiple corrective surgeries.
$575,000
Severe injuries to head, vision, back, shoulder, hip, and leg, causing constant pain and lasting daily limitations.
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