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Your New London Personal Injury Attorney
The short answer. In Connecticut most injury claims must be filed within two years (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-584). The trial court for New London County sits in New London, at 70 Huntington Street, New London, CT 06320. To talk it through, send the form on this page and we will work to connect you with an attorney in our network.
An injury changes the pace of your days. Medical visits, paperwork and worry about money can crowd out everything else. If you were hurt in New London because of another person’s actions, this page explains how Connecticut treats injury claims so you can plan your next step.
Nothing on this page is legal advice, and NeedAnAttorney.net is not a law firm. It is a service that connects injured people with attorneys. The rules described here are quoted or summarized from Connecticut’s own statutes so that you can check them yourself.
What To Ask Before You Choose An Attorney In New London
A short list of questions can sort out who is right for you:
- The deadline. Ask the attorney to name the exact last day to file for your claim. The general limit for injury claims in Connecticut is two years (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-584).
- Your share of fault. Ask how a finding that you were partly responsible would change the numbers (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-572h(b)).
- Limits on damages. Ask whether any rule restricts the amount you could recover in Connecticut.
- The money terms. Ask how fees are calculated and which costs come out of a recovery.
- The people. Ask who will be in touch with you and how quickly they return calls.
Personal Injury Types of Cases
Premises Liability
Many premises liability claims are from a property owner’s duty to maintain a property in the way that does not endanger others. There are may ways a property owner can violate this duty.- Broken Stairs
- Unlit alleyways
- Slippery Floors
- Surfaces that are uneven
- Places to receive burns
- Places to receive chemical exposure
- Dog bites
- and other dangerous conditions
Motor Vehicle Accidents
As long as the person that was operating the vehicle that injured you was negligent in some way, you can could have a claim for compensation. This can include.- Car Accidents
- Truck Accidents
- Bicycle Accidents
- 18 wheeler Accidents
- Motorcycle crashes
- Drunk Driving
- Distracted Driving
- Aggressive Driving
- and other types of motor vehicle accidents
Work Place Accidents
These types of personal injury lawsuits involve more that just a employee and employer. If you feel like your place of employment was negligent in some way, you might have a claim for compensation. These types of accidents can include.- Slip and Fall
- Unsafe working conditions
- Unmaintained equipment
- Auto Accidents
- Death
- Electrical Hazards
- Occupational illnesses like COPD, contagious diseases, and asbestosis
- personal injuries at work
Wrongful Death
- Auto Accident
- Maritime Accident
- Drowning
- Electrocution
- Falls
- Helicopter Accident
- Fire
- Firearm
- and other types of wrongful deaths
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How Fault Is Divided
Fault is divided by percentage in Connecticut, and the dividing line sits at fifty percent. The source is Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-572h(b).
You can recover if your share of the fault is 50 percent or less, and your award is reduced by your share; above 50 percent the claim is barred (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-572h(b)). Insurers often press this point first, so keep notes about how the injury happened.
The Deadline To Sue
Connecticut allows two years to file most injury claims (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-584).
If someone died, a separate set of rules can apply (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-555(a)). Write down the date of the injury now so the count is never in doubt.
The Court and Hospitals Behind a New London Claim
The Census Bureau places New London in New London County. The Connecticut court directory lists the New London Judicial District superior court for New London County in New London, at 70 Huntington Street, New London, CT 06320. In New London, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Hospital General Information file names Lawrence & Memorial Hospital as an acute care hospital with emergency services. In New London County, that file lists William W Backus Hospital in Norwich as an acute care hospital with emergency services.
In the federal Hospital General Information file, the closest Connecticut acute care or critical access hospital to New London is Lawrence & Memorial Hospital in New London, 0.5 miles, an acute care hospital (365 Montauk Ave, New London, CT 06320). After it come William W Backus Hospital in Norwich, 14.5 miles, an acute care hospital; then Windham Community Memorial Hospital in Willimantic, 27.4 miles, an acute care hospital. All distances are straight line miles from New London.
A straight line is shorter than the drive from New London. Ask each provider for your complete records and an itemized bill, and note the date of every appointment.
Further down the same list are Middlesex Hospital in Middletown (32.4 miles) and Manchester Memorial Hospital in Manchester (38.1 miles). The file lists 1 Connecticut acute care or critical access hospital within 10 miles of New London, 2 within 25 miles and 15 within 50 miles, all in a straight line.
Other places this site covers near New London: Groton at 1.6 miles east, East Lyme at 7.1 miles west, Ledyard at 7.8 miles northeast. From New London, New Haven lies 43 miles west and Hartford 43 miles northwest.
Starting Your Claim Review In New London
Fill in the form at the top of this page. NeedAnAttorney.net reviews your details and works to match you with an attorney in our network who may handle cases in Connecticut. The form is free to use, and sending it does not mean you have hired anyone.
While you wait, write down what happened and when, who saw it, what treatment you have received and how many days of work you missed. Put bills, letters and insurance messages in one folder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which other places near New London does this site cover?
By Census coordinates the nearest are Groton, 1.6 miles east; East Lyme, 7.1 miles west; and Ledyard, 7.8 miles northeast, all in a straight line from New London.
Does it cost anything to use this page to find an attorney?
No. The form is free to use. Many injury attorneys work on a contingency fee, which means they are paid from a recovery. Ask to see the fee agreement in writing before you sign.
Should I look for someone who works around New London?
Many people prefer it. Local knowledge helps with scheduling, courts and medical providers. Ask about recent cases handled in your county.
How many years do I have to sue after an injury in Connecticut?
Most injury claims must be filed within two years (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-584). Missing the date usually ends the case. An early start protects the evidence.
Does Connecticut bar me from recovering if I share the blame?
The rule: you can recover if your share of the fault is 50 percent or less, and your award is reduced by your share; above 50 percent the claim is barred (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-572h(b)). How the facts are described matters from the start. Details from the day of the accident can matter.
Is there a ceiling on what I can recover for pain and suffering?
The amount is shown by the medical records and the proof of your losses; ask an attorney whether any limit applies to your facts. How fault is assigned can also change the amount. Lasting effects and missed work are part of what is proved.
What is the least insurance a Connecticut driver can carry?
The least an auto liability policy can provide is $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident for injuries, plus $25,000 for property damage (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 14-112(a)). A crash with several injured people can use up limits quickly. It helps to learn early what other coverage may exist.
How far is the closest hospital from New London?
In a straight line the nearest Connecticut acute care or critical access hospital is Lawrence & Memorial Hospital in New London, 0.5 miles, an acute care hospital; William W Backus Hospital in Norwich is 14.5 miles and Windham Community Memorial Hospital in Willimantic is 27.4 miles. Call 911 in an emergency; not every hospital has an emergency room.
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