My daughter was hit by a car while crossing the street (at a crosswalk) on her way home from school. (Driver was speeding and ran a stop sign) We are compiling a case to sue (doctors & physical therapy appointments, etc.). She is in physical therapy still and was hit while crossing the street... Read more »
answered on Feb 28, 2023
Good afternoon!
You absolutely can sue both drivers. Both cases could be consolidated if the evidence suggested that to be the correct course of action. To fully answer your question I would need to know more about y our daughter's injuries and treatment for both cases. I would be... Read more »
Car A at stop sign waiting to turn left from lot onto roadway with two oncoming lanes(south) and three right lanes(north) (Closest is left turn only lane). Car B is traveling north in center of three lanes. Car A turn into closest lane as Car B passes. Car B changes into left turn lane colliding... Read more »
answered on Apr 9, 2022
A Connecticut attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry about your accident. I hope no one was hurt. The orientation of the cars and an accurate road layout is not fully clear. But in general in most jurisdictions, a vehicle emerging from a lot or... Read more »
I was in an accident where two cars hit me, and I was completely stopped at a light. Whiplash and post concussion syndrome. Serious MCL, shoulder injury. Doesn’t look like surgery. Having PT and had CT scan done. Taking meds along with daily headaches.
answered on Nov 23, 2021
A Connecticut attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. And it would make sense to consult with someone sooner than later because the days immediately following an accident could be accompanied by forms to compete for insurance companies, obtaining police reports, bills... Read more »
I was traveling down i-91 S in the third of four lanes. The car directly in front me, went to merge right into the fourth lane, but came swerving abruptly back into the third lane in front of me. I then swerved left to avoid hitting them, trapping me between the second and third lanes with their... Read more »
answered on Aug 28, 2021
A Connecticut attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. By now, you may have already made your decision. You could reach out to Connecticut personal injury attorneys to discuss further. It appears to be a difficult case to sort out. It could depend on the evidence... Read more »
The I.R.S has started garnishing my wages and also my tax return. I am on Disability & Medicare paid now wants money back
answered on Apr 26, 2021
A Connecticut attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for two weeks. If it were New York City and I was presented with a situation like this, I would focus my efforts on finding out if it would be possible to do something with the lien, and finding out if the Human Resources... Read more »
He was riding down a hill and could not stop hitting a side of a passing car, he fell off the bicycle and fractured his leg. Yesterday a policewoman came and said that the owner of the vehicle will be contacting me to discuss the damage to the car.
answered on Apr 18, 2021
A Connecticut attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for three weeks. I'm sorry your son was injured; I hope he has a healthy recovery. As a general matter in most any jurisdiction, it's possible you could be liable, unless there are defenses that present themselves in... Read more »
In CT with a FL license. Was in a car accident (my fault ) I was uninsured and not registered. What can I expect ?
answered on Mar 16, 2021
I am sorry to hear about your situation. You will probably need to hire an attorney licensed to practice in Connecticut to fully address your legal questions. I wish you the best of luck in the resolution of your situation.
he is a city bus driver
answered on May 20, 2020
As a general premise, he should not have to pay anything under normal circumstances if the accident took place in the ordinary course of his employment. The municipality should be assigning an attorney to defend the matter, and that attorney should be able to answer his questions. If the lawsuit is... Read more »
I have filed a lawsuit in CT in regards to a car accident where the defendant was drunk driving. I have served her initially and she argued that I didn’t include the proof of service so the claim should be denied. The judge ordered me to re serve her and after several attempts and after hiring a... Read more »
answered on Jan 20, 2020
If she was DUI, check with the DA's office victim assistance coordinator. Also why are you suing her--if you have collision, let your company do that. Also, you likley have an injury claim. Contact the office of Michael Koskoff--they give free consults. Tell him I suggested you call.
Police couldn’t locate the driver nor the car but license plates revealed thr car belongs to a lady and address in waterbury but police couldn’t make contact(don’t open the door)
My question should i sue the owner only or owner and driver
Who can help me with paper work most... Read more »
answered on Dec 16, 2018
See if there were any intersection cameras or security cameras covering where it happened. Then if you have collision run it through that. If not, if you don't have someone to go after that's it. You may have a casualty deduction on your taxes but talk to an accountant about that.
We didn’t realize our auto insurance policy was cancelled. I now got into an accident where I will most likely be at fault because I was crossing traffic. We just renewed our registration in February and they’re saying our policy was cancelled over a year ago. Do we have any legal right to... Read more »
answered on Apr 16, 2018
Not as you've phrased it; they may be supposed to send a notice to DMV but that doesn't help you. However the insurance company must notify you and your state insurance commissioner will tell you what that method is.
The problem is if you moved and didn't tell the company.... Read more »
I was in a car accident December 2017 at the time It was my first day on the job delivering an arrangement for edible arrangements. I was driving my own car (which was totaled) because they said their delivery van wasn’t working. My car wasn’t registered or insured. I currently have a lawyer... Read more »
answered on Mar 13, 2018
Ask your lawyer. Better to file under your insurance if you have collision, let them sort it out.
I had an automotive accident in Norwalk, CT at the intersection of Richards Ave and US-1. I approached the intersection facing south in the rightmost lane and was attempting to make a right turn on red. I came to a complete stop and was inching my vehicle forward to see around some other vehicles... Read more »
answered on Feb 14, 2018
If he went straight in a lane that was right turn you could rely on him turning right. However, you will, chances are, get some of the fault because you were controlled by a red light and you have the duty to not proceed until and unless it is safe to do so. If other cars blocked your view you have... Read more »
or insurance & plates are registered to a different vehicle/mystery person. The 17 yr old fled the scene but was quickly found and both were arrested. No one was hurt but between depreciation book value and still owing on a car loan, the financial loss is absolutely devastating to me. I have no... Read more »
answered on Aug 14, 2017
If you gave permission to them, that will be a tough sell to your insurance company. If taken without permission, you are in better shape.
Your best bet may be to contact the prosecutor, explain the issues, and request (politely) that any resolution of the criminal charges INCLUDE... Read more »
It's a civil lawsuit that my insurance and it's lawyer is taking care of
answered on Jun 29, 2017
You should be OK. It's not a criminal charge. Do let your lawyer and company know when you are actually enlisted. Thank you for volunteering.
answered on Jun 24, 2017
Yes, having a car accident case pending is no reason you cannot enlist in the military. Presumably the pending lawsuit is for negligence while operating a motor vehicle.
I would like to know what I can do about this.
I also have an inmate wondering about medical leave and good behavior time. Her case should also be looked into from 1997. I don't believe she had got representation. Thank You
answered on Jun 11, 2017
I would be interested in discussing the matter with you. From the limited amount of facts that you provided, I am not sure that I can give any kind of appropriate answer. And in fact left me with more questions. Please feel free to contact me at my office at 2:03. 870. 6700. Thank you
Other person was at fault-police report confirmation. Minor shoulder pain and panic attacks. Do I have to do this alone or does my insurance have to be told to get more involved?
answered on May 25, 2017
You need to consult with a personal injury lawyer with experience as soon as possible. A good attorney can handle all of these issues with and for you. Please feel free to contact me today as we handle these types of matters regularly and would be happy to speak with you. 203.870.6700.
I was charged with reckless driving failure to maintain lanes due to handheld device and distracted driving...
I was coming down a one way when a car ran the stop sign to my left I swerved to my right and struck a pole. Police came and because I have a temp plate assumed my car was... Read more »
answered on May 23, 2017
If the summons is for the ticket there may or may not be a docket number. However you don't want to ignore it. You want to have a lawyer who handles cases before the court in the county where it happened handle it.
A guy blew through a red light and hit the front end of my car. I am worried they are going to total it because it was definitely not driveable. I am sure the car is worth less than I owe on it and I do not have gap insurance. Should i hire an attorney to try and recoup the full amount of the car... Read more »
answered on May 15, 2017
You definitely should seek experienced legal counsel to take care of the multiple issues here. I would be happy to see you as soon as you are available, to get started moving forward. Please feel free to contact us 203.870.6700.
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