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Connecticut Hit-and-Run Accident Lawyer

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Hit-and-Run Accident Attorney in Connecticut

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When a car accident happens in Connecticut, the drivers involved are required by law to report the accident to 911 and remain at the scene of the crash until first responders arrive. Unfortunately, hit-and-run accidents are more common than many people realize. If you have been hurt by a driver who fled the scene of the accident, you need to consult a Connecticut hit-and-run accident lawyer right away.

Representing Victims of Hit-and-Run in Connecticut

The attorneys at Buckley Wynne & Parese have been representing injured clients throughout Connecticut for more than 140 years in a wide range of cases, including many vehicle accident cases. When another driver has injured you in a crash, Connecticut law requires that they take responsibility for the accident and compensate you for your losses.

When a driver flees the scene of an accident they caused to avoid this responsibility, you have the right to pursue accountability with the help of an attorney. You may not know how to catch the at-fault driver or how to hold them accountable, so you need to hire a hit-and-run accident lawyer to help you build your case and pursue the compensation you need to recover.

Our team will work closely with you through each step of your hit-and-run accident case in Connecticut. We can coordinate with local police to help you identify and locate the hit-and-run driver and then assess the full scope of your recovery options. You may be able to file an auto insurance claim to recover your damages, but you may also have grounds to file a personal injury case.

Proving Fault for a Hit-and-Run Accident

If you were hit while driving and the at-fault driver fled the scene, it is crucial to record as much as you remember about their vehicle as possible if you are able to do so. If your parked vehicle was hit and the at-fault driver left no note or made no attempt to find you, it is an especially difficult situation to resolve. In either case, a skilled Connecticut hit-and-run accident lawyer can help you prove fault and pursue compensation for your damages.

The Connecticut Crash Data Repository recorded 103,357 total vehicle crashes throughout the state during 2024. Most car accidents in Connecticut happen because of driver negligence, such as speeding or distracted driving, but they can also result from intentional misconduct like drinking and driving. When an at-fault driver has violated the reporting requirement and/or fled the scene of the crash, they face severe penalties.

An estimated four million people throughout the United States experienced hit-and-run accidents between 2018 and 2022, and more than 12,000 of these accidents resulted in fatal injuries. In Connecticut, the penalties for committing a hit-and-run can include fines that could reach up to $20,000, imprisonment from one to 20 years, and other penalties based on the severity of the resulting damages. The at-fault driver is also liable for the civil damages they caused.

Your Connecticut hit-and-run accident lawyer can help you establish fault for your accident and then determine the optimal way to secure compensation for your losses. The state will handle prosecuting the hit-and-run driver for breaking the law, but this criminal case does not seek compensation for your losses, only to punish the defendant. Your attorney’s job is to help you recover compensation.

Claiming Compensation for a Hit-and-Run Accident

If the at-fault driver has auto insurance, you may be able to recover some of your losses by filing a claim with their insurance carrier. Every Connecticut driver is required to have auto insurance that meets minimum coverage requirements. However, one of the most common reasons that drivers flee accidents they cause is a lack of insurance, so this may not be an option in your case.

Your Connecticut hit-and-run accident lawyer can guide you through the insurance claim-filing process if you are able to file a claim, and they will ensure you receive a fair settlement offer from the at-fault driver’s insurance carrier. If any disputes are raised, your attorney will know how to resolve them for you.

You will likely need to file a personal injury case to recover compensation after a hit-and-run accident. In Connecticut, success with any personal injury case requires proving how the defendant caused the damages cited in the claim and then showing the full extent of those damages. Your Connecticut hit-and-run accident attorney may be able to help you recover compensation for:

  • Property damage, such as your vehicle repair costs.
  • Medical expenses. When a defendant has physically injured you in Connecticut, they are liable for the full cost of all the medical care you need to reach maximum medical improvement. This could include the cost of future medical care you may need if you suffer a serious injury.
  • Lost income. When you are unable to work while you recover from your injuries, the defendant is liable for the income you cannot earn during this time. If you suffered a catastrophic injury that diminishes your future earning capacity, your attorney can help you claim compensation for the future income you are no longer able to earn.
  • Pain and suffering. You have the right to claim financial compensation for the non-economic damages you suffered, including physical pain and psychological distress. Your attorney can help you determine a suitable amount that reflects the overall severity of the harm the defendant caused. Generally, pain and suffering compensation is greater for plaintiffs who have suffered life-changing injuries.

In addition to these damages, it is possible that you could also receive punitive damages at the court’s discretion because the defendant caused your accident by breaking the law. The amount a plaintiff receives in punitive damages generally depends on the severity of the defendant’s actions. Your attorney can explain whether punitive damages are likely to factor into your recovery.

Ultimately, resolving a hit-and-run accident case can be challenging, but with the right attorney’s help, you may be able to recover more compensation than you expect. The team at Buckley Wynne & Parese is ready to provide compassionate legal support for all stages of your case, so contact our firm today to schedule a free consultation with a Connecticut hit-and-run accident lawyer. We look forward to helping you recover.

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