Vehicle accidents happen every day in Fairfield and throughout Connecticut. When an accident involves more than one vehicle, the at-fault driver is liable for the damages they cause. This could mean responsibility for the other driver’s damages, but they may also be responsible for a passenger’s injuries as well. If you have been hurt as a passenger, you need to speak with a Fairfield passenger injury lawyer at your first opportunity.
The team at Miller, Rosnick, D’Amico, August & Butler provides responsive and client-focused legal counsel to injured accident victims in Fairfield. We have recovered more than $500 million in compensation for our clients, and with 250 years of combined experience in personal injury law, we are confident we can handle the most challenging accident cases in Fairfield.
Proving liability is an essential first step after any accident. More than 60,000 people live in Fairfield, and many accidents involve multiple victims. Anyone injured in a vehicle accident needs to know the process they can expect when it comes to recovering compensation for their damages.
If you were hurt as a passenger, you may need to pursue compensation from whoever was driving the vehicle or the driver of another vehicle that crashed into yours. You may have several important legal questions you cannot answer for yourself, so it’s important to reach out to legal counsel you trust right away.
The Connecticut Crash Data Repository reports that there were 1,756 crashes in Fairfield during 2024. Of these crashes, 203 were considered fatal. Five hundred thirty-eight people were involved in these accidents, and many suffered severe injuries. This shows that many accidents involve vehicles carrying more than one person.
You must prove fault for a vehicle accident before you can recover compensation for your damages. A Fairfield passenger injury lawyer can help you determine liability for the accident that injured you. It’s possible to have grounds for legal recourse against whoever was driving the vehicle carrying you or the driver of another vehicle who caused the accident.
Once you determine fault, the first step in recovering your losses is usually to file an auto insurance claim against the at-fault driver. Every driver in Connecticut is required to have auto insurance, but the Insurance Information Institute reports that more than 10% of Connecticut drivers do not have required coverage.
If you are able to file a claim, your Fairfield passenger injury lawyer can ensure you receive a fair settlement offer. If you must file a personal injury case, your attorney can potentially help you recover compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and the pain and suffering you experienced because of the defendant’s actions.
Miller, Rosnick, D’Amico, August & Butler can help you make sense of your legal options and pursue the compensation you deserve after being injured as a passenger in a motor vehicle collision. You have limited time to pursue your case, so it’s important that you reach out to our team right away. Contact Miller, Rosnick, D’Amico, August & Butler today and schedule your free consultation with a Fairfield passenger injury lawyer.