Hartford Car Accident Lawyers
In a Wreck? Count On Us for Legal Help
Do you need help making sense of your situation after being in a car accident that wasn’t your fault? It is very common for people to feel lost, confused, and a bit out of hope after a wreck, especially if they have not been in a bad crash before. Our Hartford car accident lawyers of RisCassi & Davis, P.C. are here to show you that you have options to seek compensation and that they don’t need to add further stress to your life.
When you allow us to manage your case on your behalf, you can focus on yourself and your recovery, instead of legal frustrations and insurance company squabbles. We will delve into all the details of your case, including what happened, why it happened, and what damages it caused. This is what we’ve been doing for clients since 1955, and we don’t intend to stop any year soon.
For experienced legal counsel in Hartford, contact our Hartford car accident attorneys online or by calling (860) 245-2412.
How We Build Strong Car Accident Cases
We understand that you have your choice of legal assistance when looking for a car accident attorney in Hartford to help with your case. That is one of the reasons why we do what we can to go above and beyond your expectations and to truly become a law firm you can believe in. One way we do that is by utilizing valuable resources to build your claim from the ground up.
Five resources we can often use to benefit a car accident claim are:
- Videos and testimonies: We know where to look and who to interview to learn more about your accident from other perspectives.
- Police reports: The police often have the most comprehensive reports of a crash scene, so we’ll want copies of anything they’ve written down.
- Toxicology results: If there is any reason to suspect the other driver was drunk, then we can use toxicology test results to get to the truth.
- Accident reconstruction: Our law firm can work with accident reconstruction experts to determine various details of your crash, like the speed of the other driver.
- Biomechanical testimony: We might be able to use biomechanical evidence that proves who was driving the other vehicle at the time of the crash if that’s being contested.
Our experienced team of car accident lawyers in Hartford, CT are ready to discuss your case as soon as possible.
Types of Car Accident Cases We Handle
We are the top name in legal representation for clients who have been in all sorts of car accidents. Thanks to our decades of legal experience, there is virtually no type of car accident case that can catch us off-balance. When you need help, you know where to go, no matter the details of your crash.
To name only a few of the car accident claim types we can manage:
- Drunk driving accidents
- Hit-and-run accidents
- Uninsured/underinsured accidents
- Rideshare accidents
- Rear-end accidents
- Distracted driving accidents
Contact our Hartford car accident attorneys by calling (860) 245-2412 today!
Understanding Connecticut's Comparative Negligence Law
Connecticut uses a modified comparative negligence standard in car accident cases. If you share some fault for your accident, you may still recover damages as long as your share of responsibility is under 51 percent. The court reduces your compensation by your percentage of fault. For example, if you are 20 percent at fault, you recover damages less that amount. This approach allows people with partial responsibility to pursue compensation while assigning accountability based on each person's actions.
In Hartford, busy roads and hazardous winter weather make determining fault a recurring issue in accident cases. Careful investigation pinpoints liability when multiple vehicles and challenging conditions are involved. Understanding how Connecticut’s comparative negligence law applies can help you make smart decisions from the start. We clarify these rules and their effect on your claim so you can pursue a fair result.
Steps to Take After a Car Accident in Hartford
Prompt action after a collision can significantly affect your outcome. Always check for injuries and call 911 to report the crash to local authorities. Hartford police will prepare a report, which becomes an important piece of your claim. Exchange insurance and contact information with the other driver, but don’t discuss fault at the scene.
If you can, take photographs of vehicles, the road, traffic signals, and any visible injuries before leaving. Documenting road conditions, especially after snow or rain, can strengthen your case. Visit a doctor soon after your accident, even if you feel okay, as some injuries develop later. Keep all medical bills and repair records—these details help support your claim and your recovery.
Real Results. Real Justice.
Explore our most impactful outcomes, from multimillion-dollar settlements in serious accident and injury cases to record verdicts that underscore our commitment to justice.
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$425,000 Animal Bite
Arbitration decision for three family members injured when bitten by a neighbor’s dog.
Premises Liability -
$7.5 Million Automobile Accident
Nursing student who was rendered a paraplegic as the result of a motor vehicle accident.
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$6 Million Birth Injuries
Medical malpractice case that involved birth injuries.
Medical Malpractice -
$1.3 Million Birth Injury
Child suffered a brain injury due to failure to respond to fetal distress.
Medical Malpractice -
$1.4 Million Birth Injury
A settlement relating to birth trauma.
Medical Malpractice -
$ 1.2 Million Brain Injury
Settlement for Afghanistan war veteran who suffered a traumatic brain injury when struck as a pedestrian while walking in the road during a snowstorm.
Personal Injury
How Do Car Accident Lawsuits Work?
When you hire the team at RisCassi & Davis, P.C., we will help to guide you through the entire lawsuit process. In general, most car accident lawsuits go through the following steps:
- Filing the Complaint - First, we will begin to research and compile evidence regarding your case that will help us to put together the initial claim or complaint in which we demand compensation on your behalf. We will send the demand letter to the defendant and wait for their response.
- The Discovery Process - Assuming the defendant is unwilling to provide the settlement that was demanded, we will proceed to the discovery phase in which both legal teams will request information from one another in order to build their claim.
- The Deposition Process - Part of the discovery phase is the deposition process in which both sets of attorneys have the opportunity to question the plaintiff or the defendant regarding their claim.
- Mediation - Most claims are able to be resolved without going to trial; this is done during the mediation phase. At this time we will continue to try and negotiate a fair settlement with the defendant's insurance company. If negotiations are not successful we will take your claim to trial.
- Going to Trial - When we take your claim to court, we will argue your claim in front of a judge and fight to obtain the compensation that you are owed.
How to Win a Car Accident Lawsuit
In order to win your car accident lawsuit, you will need to be able to prove the following in court:
- That the defendant (the other driver) owed you a duty of care; in other words, they had a responsibility to behave in a manner that didn't endanger other motorists
- That the defendant breached that duty of care by behaving in a manner that endangered you (i.e. driving while intoxicated, speeding, aggressive driving, etc.)
- That the defendant's breach resulted in your injuries; there must be a direct correlation between the defendant's actions and your injuries
- That your injuries resulted in specific damages including medical bills, lost wages, etc.
How Long Does It Take to Settle a Car Accident Case?
One common question that our firm is asked regarding car accident lawsuits is "How long will it take till I receive compensation?" The answer to this depends on several things:
- The seriousness of your injuries
- Whether the insurance company negotiates a fair settlement
- If the case needs to go to court
Local court schedules and case backlogs in Hartford may affect how long your claim takes. Some cases move faster depending on the docket at the Hartford Judicial District courthouse, while others may face delays if the court handles a high volume of personal injury claims. Weather disruptions, especially during winter, can also pause proceedings—sometimes resulting in postponed or rescheduled hearings. Planning for these timing factors sets more reliable expectations throughout the legal process.
Our goal is to secure the best outcome possible for clients. Sometimes, that means waiting until you reach maximum medical improvement to assess any long-term effects your injuries may cause. By taking time to develop your case, we help position it for resolution in your best interests. Car accident settlements may take several months to several years, depending on the details of your claim.