With Buckley Wynne & Parese, you get the experience and concern of seasoned New Haven CT personal injury attorneys who work to minimize your worries while obtaining the best results for your personal injury claim.
For over 140 years, the attorneys at Buckley Wynne & Parese have fought for justice for our clients.
High-speed rear-ended motor vehicle crash with serious injuries
Motor vehicle crash resulting in surgical intervention and permanent disabilities
Serious brain injury with paraplegia suffered during commercial inspection.
Nursing home fraud, elder abuse and gross negligence

Our attorneys and staff are fully dedicated to assisting you and answering your questions. We take great pride in being available and helpful. Our law firm is focused on representing individuals injured by the negligence and wrongdoing of others. We offer all prospective clients a free initial consultation. If you think you may have a case, you are invited to call us at no charge to discuss your options.
We understand that traumatic injuries can have a profound effect on one’s family. We endeavor to use all of our attention and resources toward helping our clients and their families protect their interests and get back on their feet.
Middletown sits on the Connecticut River at the center of Middlesex County. Route 9 runs right through the city along the riverfront, where a series of traffic-light intersections mixes highway speeds with local traffic. Add the busy shops and restaurants on Main Street and the steady foot traffic near Wesleyan University, and serious crashes happen here often. I-91 is a few miles west, so many local drivers reach it through Middletown every day.
When you are hurt in Middletown, you need a lawyer who knows the area and is ready to try your case, not just settle it fast. Our personal injury lawyers serve injured people across Middletown and Middlesex County. You get senior-partner attention from your first call, and you work with an experienced attorney the whole way. Whether you were hurt in a crash, a fall, or by a medical mistake, we can help you understand your rights and what your claim may be worth.
We are not a volume firm. Many practices sign up hundreds of cases and push each one toward a fast payout. We take fewer cases so we can give yours real attention. A senior partner reviews your file, answers your questions, and stays on your case from start to finish.
Insurance companies keep records on which firms actually take cases to trial. When a firm is known to try cases, adjusters tend to offer more, because a low number could send them in front of a jury. That trial readiness helps you even when your case settles out of court, which most do.
We also know the local court system. We handle cases in Middlesex Superior Court and know how the Judicial District of Middlesex moves. That local knowledge helps us set the right timeline and avoid surprises. Being familiar with the local court also makes each step more predictable for you, so you get the personal service of a smaller firm with the resources to stand up to large insurers.
We handle a wide range of injury claims for people in Middletown and nearby towns. Each type of case has its own rules and challenges.
Car accidents. The signalized stretch of Route 9 through Middletown and the connections to I-91 see frequent crashes. Our Connecticut car accident lawyers build your claim and handle the insurers for you.
Truck accidents. Large trucks use Route 9 and reach I-91 freight routes through the area. A collision with a heavy truck can cause life-changing injuries. Our Connecticut truck accident lawyers know how to hold trucking companies and their insurers accountable.
Premises liability. Main Street shops, riverfront venues, and nearby parking areas draw heavy foot traffic. When an unsafe property causes a fall or other injury, our Connecticut premises liability lawyers can help you seek compensation.
Medical malpractice. A mistake at a hospital or medical office can leave you worse off than before. Our Connecticut medical malpractice lawyers handle claims against providers when negligent care causes harm.
We also take motorcycle crashes, pedestrian injuries, and wrongful death cases. If you are not sure whether you have a claim, we will review the facts for free and give you an honest answer.
Middletown is the seat of the Judicial District of Middlesex. Injury lawsuits here are filed in Middlesex Superior Court in Middletown, at the courthouse on Court Street. Knowing the local court helps us plan each step.
Here is how a typical case moves. First, we investigate the crash or incident and gather evidence while it is fresh. Next, we deal with the insurance company and work toward a fair settlement. If the insurer will not offer a fair amount, we file suit and prepare for trial.
Connecticut cases take time, and the right timeline depends on your injuries and the facts. We do not rush you to settle before you know the full cost of your injury, and we do not let deadlines slip. We prepare every case as if it will go to trial, even though most settle, and that readiness is what pushes insurers to pay fair value.
The steps you take after a crash can affect your health and your claim. If you are hurt, get medical care right away. Middlesex Health runs an emergency department in Middletown that treats serious injuries.
Keep copies of everything, including medical bills, the police report, and photos of the scene. Write down what you remember while it is fresh. Do not give a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurance company before you talk to a lawyer, because adjusters may use your words to reduce or deny your claim. A short call with us first can protect your case.
Two rules matter in almost every Connecticut injury case. The first is the deadline to file. Under Connecticut General Statutes § 52-584, you generally have two years from the date you are injured, or from when you reasonably should have discovered the injury, to file suit. A separate three-year outer limit can also apply, so it is best to call early.
The second rule is how fault affects your recovery. Connecticut uses modified comparative negligence under § 52-572h. You can still recover damages as long as your share of fault is not greater than the combined fault of everyone else. If you are more than 50 percent at fault, you cannot recover. If you share some of the blame, your award is reduced by your percentage of fault.
A: Yes. We handle car and truck crashes on Route 9, the I-91 connections, and other Middletown roads. Call us for a free review of your case.
A: Injury lawsuits are filed in Middlesex Superior Court in Middletown, on Court Street. We handle the filing for you.
A: We work on a contingency fee, so there is no upfront cost. You pay a fee only if we recover money for you.
A: In most injury cases you have two years from the date of injury under § 52-584. Some claims have shorter notice rules, so it is smart to call soon.
A: You can still recover as long as your fault is not greater than everyone else’s combined. Your award is then reduced by your share of the blame.
Injured in Middletown? Get senior-partner attention and a free, confidential case review. Call 1-800-445-2278 or request your free consultation online. You pay nothing unless we recover for you.
Our attorneys and staff are fully dedicated to assisting you and answering your questions. We take great pride in being available and helpful.

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After an auto accident, insurance companies immediately take steps to minimize claim costs. This generally starts off with efforts to steer victims to insurance company preferred auto body shops, pushing for imitation auto parts, and securing premature recorded statements or medical authorizations. As for auto repairs, the law is clear: Your Car, Your Choice. We recommend that you choose an auto body shop of your choice, and take any directive from an insurance company with great skepticism. Similarly, it is often against your interest and not required that you give a recorded statement or medical authorizations. We are here to guide you through this process, help you avoid the pitfalls, and work with you to discuss your rights and responsibilities after an auto accident. To learn more, please review our booklet below.


We understand the stress of dealing with an injury. Our team is here to provide compassionate support and effective legal representation, statewide.