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Understanding Personal Injury Law
Personal injury law allows individuals who have been harmed because of another person's negligence to seek financial compensation. These cases arise when a person or business fails to act with reasonable care and another person suffers injury as a result. Personal injury attorneys represent accident victims and help them recover damages for medical bills lost wages and pain and suffering.
In the United States personal injury claims are governed by state tort law. Victims may pursue compensation through insurance claims or civil lawsuits. Lawyers investigate accidents gather medical records interview witnesses and negotiate with insurance companies. Because insurers often attempt to minimize payouts, legal representation can significantly improve the chances of obtaining fair compensation.
Serious injuries may lead to long term medical treatment disability or permanent changes in lifestyle. Lawyers help ensure compensation accounts for current and future medical costs rehabilitation and lost earning capacity.
Common Personal Injury Cases
- Car and truck accidents
- Slip and fall incidents
- Workplace injuries
- Defective products
- Dog bites
- Medical malpractice
Each type of case requires evidence such as accident reports photographs medical records and expert testimony.
When You Should Contact a Personal Injury Lawyer
Victims should consider contacting a lawyer when injuries require medical treatment or when insurance companies dispute liability. Legal advice is especially important when injuries cause long term disability or significant financial loss.
How the Legal Process Works
- Initial consultation and case evaluation
- Investigation and evidence gathering
- Insurance negotiations
- Filing a lawsuit if necessary
- Settlement or trial
Cost of Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer
Most personal injury attorneys work on contingency fees meaning clients pay no upfront legal fees. Lawyers typically receive between twenty five and forty percent of the recovered settlement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a personal injury lawyer do?
Personal injury lawyers investigate accidents gather evidence negotiate settlements and represent clients in court.
How long do personal injury cases take?
Some cases settle within months while complex cases involving serious injuries may take years.
What compensation can victims recover?
Victims may recover damages for medical expenses lost wages rehabilitation costs and pain and suffering.
Do most cases go to trial?
Most personal injury claims settle before trial through negotiation.
When should I hire a lawyer?
It is best to contact a lawyer soon after an accident so evidence can be preserved and legal deadlines are not missed.
16278 Personal Injury Lawyers Found
Attorney Boivin focuses his practice on the representation of clients in personal injury actions, including motor vehicle accidents and premises liability. He has extensive experience in all phases of litigation, from inception of a claim to resolution through settlement, mediation, arbitration and trial.. Attorney Boivin has represented clients as both plaintiffs and defendants in a broad range of legal claims over his career, including personal injury, product liability, Dram Shop Act violations, uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage, medical malpractice and wrongful death, as well as in workers’ compensation claims. He leverages his experience, including in insurance defense and as a Partner at an Am Law 200 firm, to maximize the benefit and value for the firm’s clients in the relentless pursuit of favorable outcomes. He believes in preparing every case for trial, knowing that one who fails to prepare is preparing to fail.. Andrew completed his undergraduate degree at Quinnipiac University, where he studied Criminal Justice and Health Science. While at Quinnipiac he interned for the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Massachusetts in Springfield, Massachusetts. Upon graduation, Andrew attended Suffolk University Law School in Boston, Massachusetts, on a Trustee Academic Scholarship. During his time at Suffolk he earned membership to the Moot Court Honor Board and served as an Associate Managing Editor of the Suffolk Journal of Trial & Appellate Advocacy. After graduation, Andrew served as a Legal Research Law Clerk to the Judges of the Superior Court for the State of Connecticut Superior Court Judicial Branch. He thereafter worked at a well-respected Connecticut firm before accepting a position with a respected national law firm.. In 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021, Attorney Boivin was selected as a “Rising Star” in New England and Connecticut, as published by New England Super Lawyers Magazine and Connecticut Magazine, respectively. He has successfully briefed and argued on appeal before the Connecticut State Supreme Court.
Nicholas M. Presto is a trial attorney at Jacobs & Dow in New Haven, Connecticut. He is admitted to practice in Connecticut state court and the United States District Court for the District of Connecticut. His practice primarily focuses on representing individuals in personal injury, workers' compensation, and criminal defense matters.
Joe Ametrano is the founding attorney of Action Law Group and has more than two decades of legal experience representing clients with various concerns and problems. As a personal injury lawyer, he has committed his career to helping injured clients get back to normal in New Haven and throughout the state of Connecticut. Taking a balanced approach to law, he considers all available options and prioritizes his clients’ needs and goals in all that he does. His firm is client-focused, and he is devoted to his clients and community. Cases Joe frequently handles include motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, including slip and fall accidents and dog bites, and wrongful death cases. He offers free consultations and strives to be as accessible as possible.
Amanda DeMatteis represents individuals in all aspects of civil rights litigation. Her practice is primarily devoted to employees in both state and federal courts covering a wide variety of employment issues, including wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment, defamation, retaliation, and hostile work environment. She successfully tried multiple cases to verdict in employment matters across Connecticut.. In addition to her employment litigation practice, Amanda negotiates numerous cases and works with clients in employment contracts, severance negotiations, non-competition clauses and non-solicitation clauses.. Amanda also represents injured employees in workers’ compensation matters across Connecticut. She successfully helps injured workers get necessary medical treatment, weekly monetary benefits and payment for permanent injuries.. Amanda and Partner Steve Fitzgerald manage the firm’s personal injury practice, representing injured individuals in all aspects of litigation. From motor vehicle accidents and slip and falls, to dog bites and motorcycle accidents, Amanda frequently helps clients recover money for damages caused by others.. Thanks to her hard work in and out of the courtroom, Amanda has been recognized by SuperLawyers as one of its Connecticut Rising Stars in 2015, 2016 and 2017. This distinction is given to only 2.5% of Connecticut attorneys under the age of 40.. Outside of the courtroom, Amanda proudly serves as the President of the Connecticut Employment Lawyers Association (CELA), an organization devoted to attorneys who represent employees. She is an invited member of the American Inns of Court, through the Oliver Ellsworth Inn of Court in Hartford, Connecticut. Amanda is also an active member of the National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA), the Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association (CTLA), the American Bar Association (ABA) and the Connecticut Bar Association (CBA). Amanda was recently made a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation (ABF).. A native of Hamden, Connecticut, Amanda earned her law degree from Quinnipiac University School of Law, where she was the recipient of a Service to the Law School Award, was the Founder and President of the Labor and Employment Law Society, served as a Senator for the Student Bar Association, and was a member of the Mock Trial Society, also serving on its Executive Board. Amanda received her B.S. from Sacred Heart University, where she majored in Political Science and was inducted into multiple honor societies. She served during college as a congressional intern for Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro (D-CT).
Attorney Altieri represents clients in personal injury, civil litigation, workers compensation, criminal matters and advises clients on legal transactions. He specializes in personal injury, workers compensation, real estate and criminal defense.. Prior to receiving his law degree, Attorney Altieri gained experience working at a global insurance company as a Personal Injury Claims Specialist. He was licensed to negotiate claims in fourteen states and handled well over 1,000 cases. Shortly after, Brian clerked at a law firm where he managed transactions and foreclosure defense.. Brian is a member of the Connecticut and New Haven County Bar Associations as well as the Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association. He is a graduate of Qunnipiac University School of Law, cum laude, with a concentration in Civil Advocacy and Dispute Resolution, which he received with honors. Brian participated in externships with Connecticut Legal Services, The Honorable Theodore R. Tyma and the Honorable Arthur A. Hiller. He was a member of Phi Alpha Delta, the Society for Dispute Resolution and the Student Bar Association as well as Treasurer for the Labor and Employment Law Society.. During his free time, Attorney Altieri enjoys riding his motorcycle, playing hockey, and golfing.
GEORGE W. BOATH, JR., born Derby, Connecticut, October 20, 1961; admitted to bar 1988 Connecticut; 1989, U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut. Education: University of Connecticut (B.A., Political Science 1984, Varsity Football, 1979-1983); Quinnipiac College School of Law (J.D. 1988). Phi Delta Phi (Vice Magister, 1987-1988). Member, Connecticut Probate Law Journal 1986-1988.. Professional Affiliations/Memberships: Connecticut Bar Association; Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association; The American Association for Justice.. Professional Offices: Private Practice since December 1988; State of Connecticut, Division of Public Defender Services, Special Public Defender 1990-1993, 1999-2004; Special Assistant Town Attorney, Town of Stratford, CT. 1989-1991, 1993-1999; Special Counsel to the Mayor, Board of Apportionment and Taxation, City of Ansonia, CT. 1997-2001;. Civic/Community Affiliations: Ansonia Republican Town Committee 1990-2004 (Chairman, 1998-2001); Board of Directors Valley YMCA,1996-2002, 2004, (Chief Volunteer Officer, 2000-2002); Economic Development Commission, City of Ansonia, CT. 1996-1999; Chair, Ansonia 2001 School Building Political Action Committee; Assistant High School Varsity/Freshman Football Coach, Derby High School, Derby, CT., 2003-2007; Board of Directors, Birmingham Group Health Services, Birmingham Foundation, Inc., 2003-2006; Chair, Ansonia School Building Commission, 2007-present; Member, Ansonia Board of Education, 2005-present.
The founder of Brill Law Group, Dan Brill is an experienced litigator and trial attorney who focuses on personal injury and medical malpractice cases. Mr. Brill represents people who have been injured as a result of medical negligence as well as people who have been injured in car accidents, motorcycle accidents, truck or tractor trailer accidents, trip / slip and fall accidents, workplace accidents, or as a result of dangerous and defective products. Mr. Brill treats every case as if it will go to trial. He is committed to aggressive advocacy, personal attention, and pro-active lawyering.. Mr. Brill was educated at Emory University and at the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law. Mr. Brill is admitted to practice law in the States of Connecticut and New York, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, and the U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut.. Before founding Brill Law Group, Mr. Brill most recently worked for a well-known Stamford law firm and previously served as a Trial Attorney and Senior Counsel in the Tort Division of the New York City Law Department. He spent over five years representing the City of New York, its agencies, and employees in a variety of matters including complex civil rights claims and municipal liability claims. Mr. Brill conducted numerous jury trials in the Bronx on behalf of the City of New York.. Mr. Brill is a member of the Connecticut Bar Association, the Fairfield County Bar Association, and the Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association. Mr. Brill is the co-chair of the FCBA's Law Practice Management / Solos & Small Firms Committee. Mr. Brill has authored numerous articles on trial tactics in CTLA’s Forum magazine