Car Accidents

Connecticut Car Accident Lawyer for Drivers, Passengers, and Pedestrians

Experienced Help for Car Accident Victims

A sudden crash on I-95 near Milford or a busy New Haven intersection can upend everything. Medical appointments, lost work, and calls from insurers arrive all at once. Collier & Manning Trial Lawyers steps in to organize your claim, protect your rights, and push for the result you need. Our car accident attorney CT team knows how to document injuries and prove liability so you are not left carrying the cost.

Collisions often involve distracted driving, speeding, failure to yield, unsafe lane changes on the Merritt Parkway, impairment, or poor road conditions after coastal storms. Understanding why a crash happened helps establish fault, which is why we secure police reports, witness statements, and available camera footage.

Even a low-speed impact can lead to whiplash, concussion, back and neck injuries, or aggravation of prior conditions. More serious crashes can cause fractures, spinal injuries, and post-traumatic symptoms that linger. We work with your providers to capture the full picture, including future therapy and time off work.

What To Do After a Car Accident

Prioritize safety and medical care, contact the police, and document the scene if it is safe to do so. Notify your insurer promptly, but be cautious with detailed statements to the other driver’s company. Before you accept any offer, speak with a Connecticut car accident lawyer who can evaluate the claim and explain your options.

How a Car Accident Lawyer Can Help You

We handle all communications with adjusters, gather evidence from photos to black box data when available, and calculate the complete value of the claim, including future costs and underinsured motorist coverage where applicable. If negotiations stall, the trial team at Collier & Manning prepares pleadings, discovery, and expert proof to move your case forward.

Why Choose Collier & Manning for Your Car Accident Case

We bring deep knowledge of Connecticut auto laws, practical experience in courts from Milford to downtown New Haven, and the willingness to try your case if that is what fairness requires. Clients work directly with their attorney and get clear updates from start to finish.

Compensation in Car Accident Claims

Compensation may include ER bills, surgery, therapy, medications, vehicle repairs or replacement, lost wages, and the human cost of pain and suffering. Connecticut follows a comparative negligence rule, which can affect recovery if both drivers share fault. We focus on evidence that limits any fault assigned to you and supports the highest possible recovery.

Frequently Asked Questions About Car Accidents

  • How long do I have to file in CT?

    Many car accident lawsuits must be filed within two years of the crash. Acting quickly helps protect evidence.

  • Do I need a lawyer for a minor crash?

    Minor crashes can still cause injuries that surface later. A quick review can prevent settling for less than the claim is worth.

  • What if I was partly at fault for the crash?

    Connecticut follows a comparative negligence rule. You can still recover damages if you were less than 51% at fault, but your award can be reduced by your percentage of fault. We can discuss how this might apply to your case.

  • The other driver’s insurance wants a statement – should I give one?

    It’s risky without legal advice. Insurance adjusters may use anything you say against you. It’s better to let your attorney handle communications to protect your rights.

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