It’s possible to prove liability for a pedestrian accident in New Haven using various forms of evidence. An experienced New Haven pedestrian accident lawyer can help you gather evidence, such as vehicle computer data, cell phone records, and eyewitness testimony, to help you prove fault. It is crucial to establish liability for your accident in order to recover compensation for your damages from the driver responsible.
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New Haven is one of the most famous college towns in the United States, home to Yale University, a youthful and affluent local population, and a bustling center city. Pedestrian traffic is constant throughout New Haven, and accidents can happen unexpectedly in many ways. If a driver has hurt you, you need to speak with a New Haven pedestrian accident lawyer at Balzano & Tropiano at your first opportunity.
Legal Counsel for Injured Pedestrians in New Haven, CT
The attorneys at Balzano & Tropiano have years of experience helping injured clients recover from all types of complex personal injuries, including pedestrian accidents. When these incidents happen, injured victims may wonder how they can recover, or they may have little to no memory of their accidents due to their injuries. Whatever your case entails, trust our team to do everything we can to maximize your recovery.
According to the Connecticut Crash Data Repository, there were 439 accidents involving pedestrians in New Haven between January 2022 and January 2025. The National Center for Health Statistics estimated nearly 9,200 deaths from pedestrian accidents in the United States in 2022. Just recently, in November 2024, a pedestrian suffered severe injuries after a hit-and-run in downtown New Haven.
Whenever a driver hits a pedestrian, the victim is likely to suffer severe injuries. Proving fault will be an essential first step in their recovery process. They will need to identify the driver who caused their accident, prove how they caused it, and then show the full scope of the damages they suffered because of their actions. This may sound easy enough, but you will need an experienced attorney on your side to maximize your chances of success with your case.
Recovering Compensation for a Pedestrian Accident in New Haven
Every driver in Connecticut is required to have auto insurance, and this insurance can come into play after an accident involving a pedestrian. The at-fault driver’s policy can potentially provide compensation for the victim’s damages, but insurance companies will almost always push back against these claims in whatever way they can, hoping to settle for as little as possible or find justification to deny the claim.
Your New Haven pedestrian accident lawyer can ensure you are treated fairly by the defendant’s insurance company and receive an appropriate settlement offer. If you cannot recover with insurance, your attorney can help you file a personal injury case, seeking compensation for the economic and non-economic damages you suffered because of the defendant’s negligence or misconduct behind the wheel.
Many pedestrian accidents result in traumatic brain injuries, broken bones, and other severe injuries, some of which cause permanent medical complications and disabilities. It’s natural to have lots of pressing legal questions in the aftermath of your accident, and the right attorney can be an invaluable resource in this difficult situation. Reach out to Balzano & Tropiano today to learn how an experienced New Haven pedestrian accident lawyer can help with your case.
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Can a Pedestrian Be at Fault for Their Accident in Connecticut?
Yes, it is possible for a pedestrian to be at fault for their accident in Connecticut. There is a modified comparative negligence statute that applies to any case involving shared fault in Connecticut, meaning it is possible for a plaintiff to be found partially liable for their damages. As long as they are less at fault than the defendant, they can still recover compensation for their damages, but their fault percentage will be subtracted from their case award.
How Much Compensation Can I Claim for a Pedestrian Accident in New Haven?
The amount of compensation you can claim for a pedestrian accident in New Haven depends on the severity of your damages. You have the right to claim compensation for any and all losses you incurred because of the defendant’s actions, such as medical expenses, lost wages, and your lost future earning capacity. You also have the right to claim pain and suffering compensation. Your New Haven pedestrian accident lawyer can estimate the total value of your case.
How Long Does It Take to Settle a Pedestrian Accident Case?
The time it could take to settle a pedestrian accident case depends on multiple variables. Your New Haven pedestrian accident lawyer can gather the evidence you need to prove fault, guide you through the auto insurance claim filing process, and help you build a personal injury suit. Most personal injury cases end in settlement, and this process can take a few weeks to a few months to complete. Litigation takes much longer, potentially several months to over a year.
What Does It Cost to Hire a New Haven Pedestrian Accident Lawyer?
The cost to hire a New Haven pedestrian accident lawyer will be a percentage of your total compensation if you choose Balzano & Tropiano to represent you. Our firm accepts personal injury cases on a contingency basis, meaning there is no upfront fee for our representation. We charge a percentage of the total compensation we recover for you, but if there is no recovery, there is no fee.
The team at Balzano & Tropiano can provide the confident and results-driven legal counsel you need on your side in the aftermath of a pedestrian accident in New Haven. Our team has helped many past clients recover from all types of serious accidents and will put this experience to work for you. You have limited time to file your case, so contact our team today to schedule a free consultation with an experienced New Haven pedestrian accident lawyer.
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