Every driver has a duty of care to operate their vehicle attentively. Unfortunately, distracted driving is a leading cause of serious accidents throughout the United States each year, and you need to know what to do if a distracted driver injures you. An experienced Fairfield distracted driver accident lawyer from Miller, Rosnick, D’Amico, August & Butler can help you recover if you believe a distracted driver caused your recent accident.
Miller, Rosnick, D’Amico, August & Butler can provide comprehensive legal representation in the aftermath of any car accident in Fairfield. With more than 250 years of combined experience in personal injury law, our team is confident we can guide you to a positive outcome in your distracted driving accident case.
There are more than 60,000 people living in Fairfield, and every driver must acknowledge the various risks they face on the road every day. If you are unsure how to prove that another driver was distracted when they caused an accident, it is important to consult an attorney you trust at your first opportunity. A Fairfield distracted driver accident lawyer can gather the evidence you need to establish liability and help you recover compensation for your damages.
The Connecticut Crash Data Repository has recorded more than 5,800 vehicle crashes in Fairfield between 2022 and 2025 involving more than 14,000 people. Many of these accidents resulted in injuries or fatalities, and Connecticut law requires establishing fault for an accident if you believe another driver is responsible for injuring you.
In 2022 alone, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recorded more than 3,300 deaths from distracted driving nationwide. Texting while driving is one of the most commonly cited forms of distracted driving in accident cases throughout Connecticut. Anything that draws the driver’s attention away from the road and safely operating their vehicle can potentially cause a devastating collision.
No matter how the other driver was distracted, you will need an attorney’s help to hold them accountable for your damages. Your attorney can gather evidence and witness testimony you may not be able to secure on your own, strengthening your case. Next, your attorney can determine the full extent of the damages you are eligible to claim from the defendant.
Recovering from your distracted driver accident in Fairfield will likely require filing an auto insurance claim against the at-fault driver. All Connecticut drivers are required to have auto insurance that meets minimum coverage requirements, and this insurance can be invaluable to anyone who has been injured by another driver’s negligence or misconduct. However, dealing with insurance company representatives can be difficult.
Your Fairfield distracted driver accident lawyer at Miller, Rosnick, D’Amico, August & Butler can help you file your insurance claim and ensure you are treated fairly. If you must file a personal injury case to recover from the accident, your attorney can help you claim compensation for vehicle repairs, medical expenses, lost income, and the pain and suffering you experienced.
You have limited time to pursue your recovery after a distracted driving accident. The team at Miller, Rosnick, D’Amico, August & Butler is ready to assist with your recovery, so contact us today and schedule your free consultation with an experienced Fairfield distracted driver accident lawyer.