Norwalk Car Accident Attorney
Car accidents happen every day in Connecticut. This does not make it any less shocking or confusing, however, if you get into one. Being involved in an auto accident can cause serious injuries that interrupt your ability to work and enjoy life.
If you need assistance with the claims process to ensure you achieve justice and fair financial compensation after a car accident, contact the Law Offices of James A. Welcome. Our experienced Norwalk car accident lawyers offer free initial consultations.
When to Call a Norwalk Car Accident Attorney
It is wise to speak to an attorney after any auto accident in Connecticut that causes injuries or expensive property damage. It may be difficult to obtain a fair settlement from an insurance company on your own.
With help from a lawyer, however, you can increase the chances of obtaining a fair settlement and getting the money you need to move forward. Your lawyer can also help you by answering your legal questions and providing advice, as well as connecting you to top doctors during this difficult time.
What Causes Car Accidents in Norwalk?
Your recent car accident in Norwalk most likely could have been prevented. Dangerous and reckless drivers cause the vast majority of vehicle collisions throughout Connecticut. Other causes are also preventable, such as dangerous roadway defects or malfunctioning auto parts. A Norwalk car accident attorney from the Law Offices of James A. Welcome can investigate your recent collision to determine causation.
Common causes of automobile, truck, motorcycle, bicycle and pedestrian accidents include:
- Distracted driving
- Driving under the influence
- Driver fatigue
- Speeding
- Weaving between traffic
- Following too closely
- Failing to yield
- Red-light running
- Inexperienced or unlicensed driver
- Pothole or roadway hazard
- Defective car part
Once we have determined the cause of your car accident, we can preserve and gather evidence to prove the at-fault party’s mistake. We will work tirelessly to hold those responsible for your wreck accountable.
Is Connecticut a Fault or No-Fault Car Accident State?
Connecticut is a fault-based car insurance state. After a car accident, this insurance system requires you to file a claim with the at-fault driver’s insurance provider. If you lived in a no-fault state, you would seek financial benefits from your own insurance company, even if you did not cause the crash. The fault-based insurance system also requires you or your lawyer to prove the defendant is more likely than not at fault for the crash before you can recover. The no-fault system, on the other hand, does not.
Are You Eligible for Compensation?
If one or more parties reasonably should have prevented the car accident that recently gave you a serious injury, the law may entitle you to financial compensation. However, you or your lawyer must prove that the defendant failed to use the appropriate level of care and that this caused the crash. You must also have proof of your losses, such as medical bills and statements from your employer.
If your lawyer can provide evidence that proves these elements as most likely true, you could receive financial compensation for losses such as past and future medical bills, property repairs, lost wages, lost quality of life, pain and suffering, legal fees, travel expenses, and more. Discuss the value of your car accident case with an attorney today—before you settle with an insurance company. A lawyer can make sure you are offered a fair amount for the extent of your losses.
Contact Attorney James A. Welcome Today
If you were recently injured in a car crash in Norwalk, Attorney James A. Welcome and his team of experienced Norwalk personal injury attorneys can help you move forward. We can help you obtain the results you need to pay for your medical care and other expenses related to the collision far into the future. We can begin your case with a free initial consultation. Contact us online or call (203) 753-7300 today to schedule your meeting.