Injured in a motorcycle accident in Northwest Connecticut? The Nicholas Law Firm’s experienced Connecticut motorcycle accident attorneys fight for maximum compensation.
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Fatalities: Annual motorcycle deaths across the U.S.
80,000+
Injuries: Motorcyclists injured in crashes every year.
$12B+
Economic Loss: Annual financial toll of motorcycle crashes.
In Northwest Connecticut, distracted drivers, poor visibility, and hazardous roads like Route 8 and I-84 increase motorcycle crash risks. Our Northwest Connecticut motorcycle accident lawyers understand these dangers and build strong cases to protect your rights.
Taking these steps after a crash can strengthen your claim:
Injuries like road rash, fractures, or head trauma need prompt medical attention and documentation for your claim.
Photograph bike damage, road conditions, and injuries to support your Connecticut motorcycle accident claim.
Contact local police or Connecticut State Police for an official report, including vehicle details and witness statements.
Don’t post about the crash or injuries; insurers may use posts to dispute your personal injury claim.
Contact The Nicholas Law Firm at (860) 489-1878 for a free consultation to protect your rights under Connecticut’s 2-year statute of limitations.
Motorcyclists often face unfair bias from insurance companies and drivers, which can reduce or deny rightful claims. Our Connecticut motorcycle accident lawyers specialize in protecting riders’ rights, ensuring that negligent drivers and insurers are held accountable.
We have recovered millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for motorcycle accident victims throughout Connecticut. Our attorneys are skilled at maximizing compensation for serious injuries, including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and wrongful death claims.
Our team is deeply familiar with Northwest Connecticut’s high-risk roads, such as Route 8, I-84, Route 202, and scenic but dangerous backroads. We leverage local court knowledge, police accident trends, and insurance tactics to strengthen your case and achieve the best possible outcome.
Motorcycle accident claims often require specialized evidence gathering to counter bias against riders. We analyze police reports, dashcam footage, helmet and gear damage, accident reconstruction reports, and witness statements to prove driver negligence.
We operate on a contingency fee basis—you pay nothing unless we win your case. This ensures every injured rider can access top-tier legal representation, regardless of financial constraints.
Our Connecticut motorcycle accident attorneys fight for every type of compensation available to riders, ensuring you get the financial support needed to recover fully.
We pursue full coverage of hospital stays, emergency surgeries, rehabilitation, and long-term care for injuries like road rash, broken bones, or traumatic brain injuries from motorcycle crashes in Connecticut.
Our legal team seeks compensation for emotional distress, post-traumatic stress, and chronic pain caused by serious motorcycle accidents on Connecticut’s highways and local roads.
If you are unable to work due to injuries—or if your earning potential is permanently reduced—we calculate lost wages, future income losses, and career impacts to maximize your financial recovery.
We ensure full reimbursement for motorcycle repairs or replacement, along with damaged riding gear like helmets, jackets, and accessories.
Check for injuries and call 911 if needed. Move to safety if possible, turn on hazard lights, and call the police for a report. Exchange info with the other driver, take photos of the scene and bike damage, and notify your insurer. Avoid admitting fault.
Yes, you can still claim compensation in Connecticut, but not wearing a helmet may affect your claim due to comparative fault laws. A lawyer can help maximize your recovery.
Lane splitting is illegal in Connecticut. If falsely accused, provide evidence like witness statements or dashcam footage. Our attorneys can counter these claims to protect your rights.
Compensation varies, often $20,000–$50,000, higher for severe injuries. Covers medical costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, and bike repairs. Consult a lawyer for a case-specific estimate.
We guide you through claims against negligent drivers or insurers under Connecticut law.
Analyze police reports, dashcam footage, and evidence to establish liability.
Collect medical records, witness statements, and expert testimony on accident reconstruction.
Handle insurer communications to secure fair settlements, addressing biases against motorcyclists.
Ready to litigate for fair compensation if negotiations fail.
Pursue all damages, including medical costs, pain and suffering, and bike repairs.
Real Stories.
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When it comes to high standards, The Nicholas Law Firm has set the bar extremely high. They took on my injury case and helped me get my life back on track, something I am truly grateful for and find humbling. I highly recommend Jeff and the entire Nicholas Law Firm team to anyone needing help to overcome life’s toughest obstacles. Greatest thanks to everyone at The Nicholas Law Firm!
If not for this attorney when my life was upside down, I don't think I'd be where I am today. I used both offices Wtby and Torrington. He made me feel right at home. He fought endless hours against a company known to have attorneys working for them and always winning. WELL NOT ANYMORE. I SEND EVERYONE TO HIM. He fights and fights AND WINS.
I had a complicated case involving multiple insurances, lawyers, and injuries. They handled everything, including Medicare issues, and even resolved a child support payment problem caused by the insurance, preventing legal trouble. They also resolved my Social Security issue without a hearing and assisted with a small family matter. Truly an outstanding law office.
I called Jeff, and the next day, and he followed up right away, helping me resolve the issue with no impact on my insurance. I’ve learned my lesson and won’t be speeding anymore, but if I ever need legal expertise again, I’ll call Jeff immediately. He is knowledgeable, caring, easy to work with, and truly the best.
Thank you to Cindy at the law office for being so informative about our situation and guiding us in the right direction. Your support made a stressful time much easier to navigate.
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Attorney Nicholas and his team have provided me with legal advice and assistance on several occasions. The firm is knowledgeable, efficient, and completed all services I requested in a timely manner. I highly recommend Attorney Nicholas to anyone seeking a competent attorney who truly goes the extra mile for his clients.
First, I want to say that I am blessed to have Attorney Jeff Nicholas and his law firm representing me. They have been patient and reassuring during the tough times of surgery and the ongoing battle with workers’ compensation. They have represented me for over 14 years, and although the fight isn’t finished, I know I am in good hands and that they are working for what’s best for me and my family. Many thanks!
After feeling like the insurance company was taking advantage of me, I contacted The Nicholas Law Firm. Not only were they kind and professional, but they also explained everything fully and simply to me, and more than doubled my original expectations for the settlement.
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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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You deserve justice without worrying about upfront legal bills. We only get paid if we secure compensation for you.
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