Injured in a pedestrian accident in Torrington, Litchfield, Winsted, or other towns throughout Litchfield County? The Nicholas Law Firm’s experienced Connecticut pedestrian accident attorneys fight for maximum compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more across Northwest Connecticut.
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Pedestrian deaths across the U.S. in 2023
60,577
Pedestrians injured in collisions in 2021.
18%
Of all traffic fatalities are pedestrians.
In Northwest Connecticut, distracted driving, speeding, and poor crosswalk visibility on roads like Route 8 and downtown areas increase pedestrian risks. Our Torrington pedestrian accident lawyers understand these dangers and build strong cases to protect your rights.
Taking these steps after a pedestrian accident can strengthen your claim:
Injuries like fractures, concussions, or internal damage need prompt medical attention and documentation for your claim.
Photograph the accident site, vehicle damage, and injuries to support your Connecticut pedestrian accident claim.
Contact local police or Connecticut State Police for an official report, including driver and witness details.
Don’t post about the accident 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.
Our Connecticut pedestrian accident lawyers are dedicated to protecting the rights of pedestrians injured by negligent drivers. Whether you were hit at a crosswalk, intersection, or in a parking lot, we fight to hold drivers and insurers accountable for your injuries.
We have successfully recovered millions in compensation for pedestrian accident victims throughout Connecticut. Our attorneys have a proven track record of achieving high-value settlements and verdicts for severe injuries, including traumatic brain injuries, fractures, and spinal damage.
With offices in Torrington and Waterbury, we understand the dangerous crosswalks, intersections, and roads of Northwest Connecticut, such as Main Street, Route 8, and local residential areas. We use this knowledge, combined with local court and insurance experience, to strengthen your claim.
Our legal team conducts comprehensive investigations, reviewing police reports, surveillance footage, traffic camera data, and witness statements to establish driver negligence and liability.
Our contingency fee policy means you pay nothing unless we win your case. We are committed to providing every pedestrian accident victim access to aggressive, top-tier legal representation.
Our Connecticut pedestrian accident attorneys pursue all available damages under state law to help victims recover physically, emotionally, and financially after being struck by a vehicle. Compensation may include:
We demand full reimbursement for emergency treatment, hospital stays, surgeries, physical therapy, and long-term medical care required for serious injuries such as broken bones, spinal cord damage, or traumatic brain injuries.
Pedestrian accidents often lead to emotional distress, PTSD, and chronic pain. We fight for compensation that reflects the full impact of your physical suffering and reduced quality of life.
If you miss work or are unable to return to your job due to your injuries, we pursue lost wages, future earning potential, and related financial losses to ensure you are fully compensated.
We seek compensation for rehabilitation programs, mobility aids (like crutches or wheelchairs), adaptive home modifications, and long-term care needs caused by severe injuries.
Seek medical attention immediately, even for minor injuries. Call 911 for a police report, gather driver and witness information, and take photos of the scene. Notify your insurer and avoid admitting fault.
The driver is often liable if they were negligent, such as speeding or distracted. However, pedestrians must follow traffic rules. Comparative fault may apply, and a lawyer can help determine liability.
Yes, pedestrians in crosswalks typically have the right of way in Connecticut. You may claim compensation for injuries and damages, especially if the driver violated traffic laws.
Compensation ranges from $15,000 to millions, depending on injury severity. It covers medical costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering. A lawyer can provide a case-specific estimate.
We guide you through claims against negligent drivers or insurers under Connecticut law.
Analyze police reports, traffic camera footage, and witness statements to establish driver liability.
Collect medical records, witness statements, and expert testimony on accident reconstruction.
Handle insurer communications to secure fair settlements, addressing comparative fault issues.
Ready to litigate for fair compensation if negotiations fail.
Pursue all damages, including medical costs, pain and suffering, and rehabilitation expenses.
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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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