New Haven Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer

New Haven Drunk Driving Accident Attorney

If you have been hit by a drunk driver, you know how quickly someone else’s bad decision can turn your life upside down. If you are in the New Haven area and navigating the aftermath of an incident like this, you need an experienced New Haven drunk driving accident lawyer to help you get the justice and compensation you deserve.

About Balzano & Tropiano

At Balzano & Tropiano, we bring a combined five decades of experience and a successful track record representing personal injury victims. As your New Haven car accident lawyer, we can approach your case with the care it deserves and meet you wherever you are. Whether we discuss your case at your home, at the hospital, or in our team at the New Haven office on Whitney Avenue, we can ensure you never feel like you are facing this challenge alone.

What to Expect After a Drunk Driving Accident in New Haven

If you are hit by a drunk driver, the first thing to do is seek appropriate medical attention. In some cases, all you can do is get to the hospital and worry about the rest later. However, if you can, you should get the other driver’s contact and insurance information while you are still on the scene. If anyone at the scene witnessed the accident, it is a good idea to get their contact information as well.

The next step is to file a claim with the other driver’s insurance company. Assuming you have their insurance information, this can be done with a simple phone call or online form. After you file the claim, the insurance company will review it along with any information provided by the other driver and the police.

This is where the trouble with insurance companies often starts. Car insurance companies will often do whatever they can to pay as little as possible on a claim. They may offer an initial settlement, but it might be far less than what you deserve.

Another possible problem is the determination of liability. Connecticut is a tort state when it comes to automotive insurance, meaning that the driver who is at fault for an accident must pay for damages. Although it seems logical that a drunk driver would automatically be liable for an accident, that isn’t always how it goes. If you contributed to the accident in any way, you may be assigned partial liability, which could reduce your recovery amount.

Why You Should Hire a Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer

In Connecticut, approximately 40% of fatal car accidents are caused by impaired drivers, highlighting just how common and serious these crashes can be. Even when victims survive, injuries resulting from a drunk driving accident can be significant, sometimes requiring surgery, hospital stays, long-term care, or rehabilitation and physical therapy. An insurance claim alone may not provide the compensation you deserve.

Medical bills aren’t the only cost involved. Lost wages from being unable to work can cause financial strain for you and your family. When you hire a drunk driving accident lawyer, you’re far more likely to receive the compensation you need to financially recover and move on with your life.

An attorney can investigate your case and communicate with insurance companies on your behalf, which may result in a better payout from insurance. If you decide to file a personal injury claim, your lawyer can initiate and pursue your case, even representing you in the New Haven Superior Court at 235 Church Street, if the case goes to trial.

Possible Compensation in a Drunk Driving Accident Claim

When you file a personal injury claim for a drunk driving accident, you can seek compensation to cover the full extent of your losses. A comprehensive settlement can account for economic and non-economic damages, including:

• Medical bills: These include immediate medical bills like emergency room treatment and surgery, and bills incurred later for follow-up appointments, medical equipment, and physical therapy.
• Lost wages: You may be unable to work for some time due to your injuries.
• Pain and suffering: Not all damages are tangible. The pain, mental health impacts, and emotional impacts of a serious injury are just as important as the injury itself.

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Let Balzano & Tropiano Help You Recover

If you are the victim of a drunk driving accident, you need a compassionate, knowledgeable attorney to help you navigate the next steps. At Balzano & Tropiano, we understand the impact a personal injury due to someone else’s negligence can have on your life. Contact us today for a consultation and to find out how we can support you.