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Losing a loved one in a fatal car accident is devastating. At The Nicholas Law Firm, we help grieving families navigate Connecticut’s wrongful death laws to seek justice and maximum compensation. Our experienced wrongful death attorneys serve clients in Torrington, Litchfield, Winsted, and surrounding areas.
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Traffic fatalities in Connecticut in 2024, marking the second-deadliest year in a decade.
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Traffic deaths reported in Connecticut for 2023.
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Motor vehicle crash deaths nationwide in 2023, highlighting the widespread tragedy.
In the aftermath of a tragic loss, protect your family's legal rights by following these essential steps under Connecticut law.
If you are at the scene, move to safety if possible and call 911 immediately to report the accident and request medical assistance.
Take photos of the accident site, vehicles involved, and any visible injuries. Collect witness contact information and obtain the police report.
Inform immediate family and request medical records or autopsy reports to document the cause of death.
Refrain from discussing the accident with insurance companies or on social media, as statements can impact your wrongful death claim.
Contact our experienced attorneys for a free consultation to file a wrongful death claim within Connecticut's 2-year statute of limitations from the date of death, but no more than 5 years from the negligent act.
Understanding the leading causes of fatal car accidents in Connecticut is crucial for building strong wrongful death claims and proving driver negligence.
Distracted driving accidents—often caused by texting, using cell phones, or in-car distractions—are a leading cause of fatal crashes in Connecticut. Violating Connecticut’s hands-free driving laws can be powerful evidence of negligence in a wrongful death lawsuit.
Drunk driving and drug-impaired accidents frequently result in fatal crashes. When drivers operate vehicles under the influence, families may pursue wrongful death claims with the potential for punitive damages due to reckless behavior.
Speeding, tailgating, and aggressive driving significantly increase the risk of fatal accidents. Excessive speed reduces reaction time, making severe or deadly collisions more likely and holding the at-fault driver liable.
Dangerous road conditions—such as potholes, poorly maintained highways, or missing road signs—can contribute to fatal accidents. In some cases, municipalities, contractors, or third parties may be held liable for negligent road maintenance.
At The Nicholas Law Firm, we pursue maximum compensation for wrongful death claims in Connecticut, helping families recover both economic and non-economic damages after a fatal car accident in Torrington and throughout Northwest Connecticut.
Covers medical expenses prior to death, funeral and burial costs, lost wages, and future earning capacity of the deceased.
In a Connecticut wrongful death claim from a fatal car accident, families may pursue non-economic damages to address the emotional and personal impact of their loss. These damages can include the pain and suffering the deceased experienced before death, loss of enjoyment of life, and the mental anguish and emotional distress endured by surviving family members.
Families may also recover compensation for loss of consortium, which provides damages for the loss of companionship, guidance, care, and support that the deceased would have provided to their spouse and loved ones.
In cases involving reckless or egregious behavior, such as drunk driving accidents or distracted driving, courts may award punitive damages. Under Connecticut wrongful death law, punitive damages may include double or triple damages in auto accident cases where gross negligence or recklessness is proven.
At The Nicholas Law Firm, our fatal accident lawyers provide compassionate yet aggressive representation for families pursuing wrongful death claims after fatal car accidents in Torrington and throughout Northwest Connecticut. With extensive experience in Connecticut wrongful death law, we fight to ensure families receive maximum compensation for their loss.
Our wrongful death attorneys have a long history of securing substantial settlements and verdicts for families affected by fatal car accidents across Connecticut, holding negligent drivers and third parties accountable.
We specialize in Connecticut wrongful death law, ensuring every lawsuit is filed within Connecticut’s strict deadlines while pursuing full recovery for economic and non-economic damages.
Our fatal accident attorneys work with accident reconstruction specialists, forensic experts, and investigators to prove negligence caused by distracted driving, speeding, or drunk driving.
We operate on a contingency fee basis—there are no upfront legal fees. You only pay if we successfully recover compensation for your wrongful death claim.
Under Connecticut wrongful death law, families may recover medical expenses, lost wages, funeral costs, and pain and suffering. In cases involving reckless or drunk driving, courts may award double or triple damages.
In Connecticut, a wrongful death claim must be filed by the executor or administrator of the deceased’s estate. This representative pursues compensation on behalf of the surviving family members, such as a spouse, children, or parents, for losses stemming from a fatal car accident.
Under Connecticut wrongful death law, a claim must be filed within 2 years of the date of death, but no more than 5 years from the date of the negligent act that caused the fatal accident. Missing these deadlines can bar your claim completely.
Yes, punitive damages may be awarded in a Connecticut wrongful death lawsuit when the fatal car accident was caused by reckless or egregious behavior, such as drunk or distracted driving. In some cases, courts may award double or triple damages under Connecticut law.
Damages from a Connecticut wrongful death settlement or verdict are paid to the estate of the deceased and then distributed to heirs according to the deceased’s will. If there is no will, Connecticut’s intestate succession laws determine how compensation is divided among family members.
Our team provides thorough legal assistance to navigate wrongful death claims under Connecticut law, ensuring families receive the compensation they deserve.
Review police reports, medical records, and witness statements to determine liability and build a strong wrongful death claim.
Engage experts in accident reconstruction and forensics to prove negligence, such as speeding or distracted driving.
Prepare and file the wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of the estate, adhering to Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-555 timelines.
Negotiate with insurance companies or litigate in court to secure maximum compensation, including potential punitive damages.
Provide compassionate guidance throughout the process, helping families focus on healing while we handle the legal complexities.
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Closed head injury with concussion and traumatic brain injury, improved with treatment over time; no surgery required.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Severe injuries to head, vision, back, shoulder, hip, and leg, causing constant pain and lasting daily limitations.
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