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The short answer. In Connecticut most injury claims must be filed within two years (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-584). The trial court for Middlesex County sits in Middletown, at 1 Court Street, Middletown, CT 06457. To talk it through, send the form on this page and we will work to connect you with an attorney in our network.
Recovering from an injury is hard enough without legal confusion on top of it. If someone else’s carelessness hurt you in Portland, you are allowed to take your time understanding your options before you sign or say anything.
We match people with attorneys; we do not advise on cases. Treat what follows as a plain language guide to Connecticut law drawn from the statutes. When you want to talk to an attorney, the form at the top of this page is the way to start.
Before You Hire: Questions For A Portland Attorney
A short list of questions can sort out who is right for you:
- The date. Ask for the specific last day to file in your case. The general rule is two years (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-584).
- Any ceiling. Ask whether any rule restricts the amount you could recover in Connecticut.
- Your share of fault. Ask how a finding that you were partly responsible would change the numbers (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-572h(b)).
- Who will work on it. Ask who handles your file day to day and how fast messages are answered.
- Fees and costs. Ask what the fee is, when it is paid, and which expenses are deducted from a settlement.
Injury Claims People Ask About
Vehicle crashes
After a crash, see a doctor even if you feel fine, since some injuries show up later. Take photographs of the cars, the road and any injuries, get the other driver’s insurance details, and save every repair estimate.
Pedestrian and bicycle injuries
If a driver hit you while you were on foot or on a bike, note exactly where it happened, what the signals and lighting were like, and who saw it. Ask the people who stopped to leave their names and numbers.
Falls and unsafe property
Slips, trips and falls come from spills, uneven surfaces, poor lighting and broken stairs. What matters is who controlled the place and how long the problem was there, so document the hazard and tell the owner or manager promptly.
Wrongful death
If someone you love died because another person was careless or at fault, the law treats it separately. A wrongful death claim follows its own rules in Connecticut; ask an attorney which date applies (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-555(a)). This is a hard moment to decide anything, and an attorney can walk you through the steps without hurrying you.
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Your Own Share Of The Blame
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.
Is There A Ceiling On The Award
The value of an injury claim in Connecticut depends on what the evidence shows. How fault is assigned can also change the amount.
Keep every bill and record, because they carry the claim.
Time Limits To Know
A lawsuit for most injuries in Connecticut must be started within two years (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-584).
If someone died, a separate set of rules can apply (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-555(a)). The type of claim decides the date, so do not wait.
Insurance Limits To Know
Under Conn. Gen. Stat. § 14-112(a), an auto liability policy in Connecticut must provide at least $25,000 for injury to one person, $50,000 for injury to two or more people in one accident and $25,000 for property damage.
When the other driver carries only the minimum and your injuries are serious, any other policy that applies becomes important. Before you accept a payment, ask your attorney to check for every policy that might apply, yours included.
Local Courts and Hospitals in Portland
Portland lies in Middlesex County, according to Census Bureau place and county names. Middlesex County’s Middlesex Judicial District superior court is listed in Middletown, at 1 Court Street, Middletown, CT 06457. Middlesex Hospital in Middletown, in Middlesex County, appears in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Hospital General Information file as an acute care hospital with emergency services.
Whichever provider treated you, request your complete records and an itemized bill, and keep a list of every appointment. If you were transferred to another hospital, ask for the paperwork from both ends of the transfer.
Taking The First Step From Portland
Use the form at the top of the page to tell us what happened. NeedAnAttorney.net reviews your details and works to match you with an attorney in our network who may handle cases in Connecticut. There is no charge to submit it, and submitting it does not hire 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
What should go in my claim folder?
Hold on to your medical bills and records. Pictures of the scene and the injuries show what words cannot. Keep proof of missed pay, repair estimates and all messages from insurers.
Should I speak with the other driver’s insurance company?
You are free to talk, but nothing requires an immediate recorded statement. A polite request to wait until you have talked to someone about your options is fine. Early offers can be low, so wait until treatment is clear.
What will it cost me to use this page?
No. The form is free to use. Most injury attorneys explain their fee before you decide. You decide whether to hire anyone.
What do I do first after a crash?
Start with your health and get checked out. Report what happened to the police or the property owner as appropriate. Photograph the scene and your injuries, and write down what happened while you remember it.
When does the time to file an injury claim run out in Connecticut?
Within two years for most injury claims (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-584). Missing the date usually ends the case. A wrongful death claim follows its own rules (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-555(a)).
What happens to my claim if I share some of the fault?
Connecticut answers this directly. 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)). Ask how the rule would be argued in your case. Raise it early with any attorney you speak with.
Is there a limit on damages for an injury in Connecticut?
It depends on the bills, the missed work and the lasting effects, and an attorney can tell you whether any rule limits the amount. How fault is assigned can also change the amount. Lasting effects and missed work are part of what is proved.
How much insurance does the other driver have to have?
At least $25,000 for injury to one person, $50,000 for injury to two or more people in one accident and $25,000 for property damage (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 14-112(a)). Those figures are floors, not a measure of what a claim is worth. Ask an attorney to check every policy that may apply.
If You Were Hurt Somewhere Else In Connecticut
People are hurt in every part of Connecticut. These pages cover other communities.
