Norwalk Car Accident Lawyer
Car crashes are unfortunately common in Connecticut and can cause serious injuries and death. If you’ve been seriously injured or have lost a loved one in a car accident in Norwalk, CT, you deserve to receive justice and fair compensation for your losses. The attorneys at Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, P.C., based in New Haven, have over 35 years of experience working as a team to achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients.
Table of Contents
- Serving Victims of Car Accidents Across Norwalk, CT
- Our Experienced Norwalk Car Accident Lawyers Are Here To Help
- Why Should You Choose KJSR for Your Car Accident Lawsuit?
- Types of Norwalk Car Accident Claims Our Trusted Lawyers Handle
- What Compensation Can Our Car Accident Attorneys Help You Recover?
- Hurt In an Accident? Get a Free Consultation—Call Now
- Norwalk Car Accident FAQs
Key Takeaways
- Victims of Connecticut car accidents caused by another driver might be eligible for compensation to cover their financial losses and the more subjective impacts on their lives, such as pain and suffering.
- Trying to fight for compensation for a car accident on your own puts you at a serious disadvantage because insurance companies will have experienced lawyers representing them.
- If you’ve suffered injuries in a car accident in Norwalk, CT, or elsewhere in Fairfield County, the car accident attorneys at Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, P.C., can pursue the maximum compensation for you.
Serving Victims of Car Accidents Across Norwalk, CT
The personal injury lawyers at Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, P.C., are committed to pursuing justice for car accident victims in the Norwalk area. Our diligent team of experienced car accident attorneys serves collision victims in the following communities:
- Darien
- New Canaan
- Rowayton
- Westport
- Wilton
- Weston
- Easton
- Fairfield
- Ridgefield
- Redding
- Trumbull
- Stamford
- Greenwich
Our Experienced Norwalk Car Accident Lawyers Are Here To Help
If you’ve suffered an injury in a car accident, you’re likely facing mounting bills while dealing with debilitating and painful conditions. The last thing you need is to deal with an insurance company, which will probably use every tactic in the book to avoid paying the compensation you deserve. That’s why hiring an attorney to handle your car accident claim is essential. An experienced and skilled attorney will level the playing field by fighting back against those tactics for you while you focus on your recovery.
The Norwalk personal injury attorneys at KJSR will protect your rights and advocate for your best interests throughout the entire legal process. With over 35 years of legal experience representing car accident victims, we know the ins and outs of Norwalk laws and regulations related to accidents.
Services your attorney will provide as part of your representation include the following:
- Providing a free, no-obligation consultation to evaluate your claim
- Developing a strategy to seek the maximum compensation available to you
- Answering any questions you might have about your case and making sure to keep you in the loop every step of the way
- Investigating and gathering evidence to strengthen your case and prove the other party was liable for your injury
- Consulting professionals who can provide expert witness testimony bolstering your case
- Negotiating with the insurance company on your behalf to secure just compensation
- Filing a lawsuit and handling all the legal details
- Taking a case to trial to fight for your legal rights if a fair settlement can’t be reached
John Kennedy Jr.
Founding Partner
John J. Kennedy, Jr., is the founding partner of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, P.C. In 1988, John formed Kennedy & Johnson, along with David Johnson. John is an accomplished trial attorney, spending most of his more than 42 years practicing in Connecticut, representing injured clients before juries.
Why Should You Choose KJSR for Your Car Accident Lawsuit?
At KJSR, we’ve worked hard for our reputation of earning high settlements for our clients. We’re proud of our proven record of obtaining significant settlements and verdicts in car accident cases, including multiple multimillion-dollar recoveries.
Some notable case results we’ve secured for our clients include the following:
- $7.9 million for a client injured in a trucking accident resulting in serious injuries.
- $2.4 million for a client whose motor vehicle accident resulted in a leg amputation
- $2.1 million for a client injured in a car accident with a street sweeper
- $2 million for a head-on collision car accident that led to the death of a 38-year-old husband and father
- $1.1 million for a 38-year-old woman who suffered a traumatic brain injury and fractures in a car accident
If you have questions about the amount you can expect to receive in compensation for your car accident case, speak to one of our attorneys for more information.
Types of Norwalk Car Accident Claims Our Trusted Lawyers Handle
KJSR’s experienced personal injury attorneys handle car accidents of all types, including the following:
- Head-on collisions
- Rear-end collisions
- Rollover accidents
- Whiplash injuries
- Hit and run accidents
- Distracted driving accidents
- Drunk driving accidents
- Uninsured motorist claims
No matter what type of accident you have been involved in, KJSR’s Norwalk car accident attorneys can help. We’ll provide you with a free case consultation to help you better understand the nature of your accident and determine whether you have a viable claim.
What Compensation Can Our Car Accident Attorneys Help You Recover?
The compensation you can recover for a car accident case varies depending on numerous factors, such as the nature and severity of your injuries, the impacts on your life, the extent of insurance coverage, the extent of fault of the drivers involved, the availability of evidence, and more.
Generally, compensation is paid by insurance companies, meaning that as long as the other involved driver is insured, you typically don’t have to worry about whether they have the financial means to pay your damages. It’s extremely common, however, for insurance companies to offer you a lower settlement amount than is fair after an accident, so our attorneys will fight to help you recover fair compensation.
In general, you can pursue economic damages, which cover the financial losses from an accident, such as medical bills, lost wages and benefits, anticipated future earnings, and future medical costs. You can also pursue non-economic damages, which include pain and suffering, emotional anguish, disfigurement, and diminished quality of life.
In rare cases, a court may award punitive damages to punish the defendant and deter future misconduct. They are only awarded in cases where the defendant has acted intentionally, wantonly, or with reckless indifference to others’ rights. In Connecticut, they are limited to the victim’s litigation costs and attorney fees.
If you have lost an immediate family member in a car accident, you might be eligible to pursue a wrongful death lawsuit.
Hurt In an Accident? Get a Free Consultation—Call Now
If you’ve been hurt or lost a loved one in a car accident in Norwalk, CT, you have the right to seek justice and compensation for your losses. The attorneys at Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, P.C., are dedicated to providing our clients with responsive and sympathetic legal representation that emphasizes integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to justice. We’ve been securing significant financial recoveries for Connecticut personal injury clients for over 35 years.
Call 203-354-4559 or contact us online today for your free consultation.
Norwalk Car Accident FAQs
Some common questions we have received from car accident clients include the following:
How Long Can I File a Car Accident Lawsuit in Norwalk?
The statute of limitations for personal injury lawsuits in Connecticut, including car accidents, is generally two years from the accident date.
Is Connecticut a Fault or No-Fault Car Accident State?
Connecticut was a “no-fault” car accident state until 1994 but has been a fault state since the passage of Public Act 93-297. Current insurance law permits Connecticut drivers to pursue compensation from at-fault drivers after an accident, including through litigation if necessary. Speak with a Connecticut car accident attorney to determine how current state laws on car insurance apply to your case.
Can I Sue the Other Driver if I Was Partially at Fault?
Yes, you can sue the other driver if you were partially at fault for your injuries. Connecticut has a comparative negligence law, meaning you can recover compensation for your damages if you are 50 percent or less at fault for the accident. However, the compensation you can recover is reduced in proportion to your share of the blame for the accident. Plaintiffs whose fault exceeds the defendants’ cannot receive any damages.
Can I File a Lawsuit if I Was a Passenger?
Yes, you can file a personal injury lawsuit after a car crash if you were a passenger. However, if both involved drivers blame each other for the accident, you might need to file a claim with both of their insurance companies.
Do I Need To Go to the Hospital Even if My Injury Was Minor?
Always seek medical help after an accident to determine the severity of your injuries and receive treatment. Some injuries are not immediately apparent. It’s not uncommon for seemingly minor injuries to hide a more serious invisible condition, such as fractures or internal bleeding. Minor injuries can also develop into long-term chronic disabilities if left untreated.
An injury may seem minor at the scene of an accident and immediately afterward, but that doesn’t mean you should write off the possibility of filing a personal injury claim. A personal injury attorney can inform you about your legal options and whether you may have a case.
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