In an earlier blog post, we reminded people in the Hartford area to stay alert this 4th of July, as is it one of the most dangerous times to be on the road. Unfortunately, even under the best of circumstances, it is impossible to completely eliminate the risk of involvement in an accident, particularly when there are drunk drivers driving from place to place.
Typically, people who are hurt by drunk drivers are able to recover compensation for their injuries, but obtaining this compensation does not happen automatically. In addition, the criminal case against the drunk driver who hit you will typically not address compensating you for your medical expenses, lost income, loss of quality of life, or property damage. For this reason, it is extremely important for anyone accused of drunk driving to speak with an attorney as soon as possible.
Some of the reasons it is important to retain a lawyer sooner rather than later include the following:
- Waiting to start an investigation can result in the loss of evidence critical to the success of your case
- If you wait to file a claim, it may be possible for the insurance company to argue that your injuries were actually caused or aggravated by an intervening event
- When you are unrepresented by an attorney, you run the risk of saying or doing things that could indicate that you were partially at fault for the accident or not as injured as you claim to be
- Personal injury claims in Connecticut are subject to a statute of limitations, so waiting too long could jeopardize your ability to recover anything
Remember, at Leighton, Katz & Drapeau, we will review your case for free and will never collect legal fees from injured clients unless we recover compensation on their behalf.
Call a Hartford Personal Injury Lawyer Today to Discuss Your Case
If you were injured in an accident caused by a drunk driver over this past holiday weekend, you should speak to a lawyer as soon as you can. There is a good chance that you will be able to recover compensation for your losses, including your medical expenses, lost income, loss of quality of life, and physical and emotional pain and suffering. To schedule a free consultation with a Hartford personal injury attorney, call our office today at 860-875-7000 or send us an email through our online contact form.
