When someone is hurt due to another party's wrongdoing, they can file a tort action in Connecticut. It is common practice in tort law for victims of wrongdoing to sue for monetary damages. For legal matters involving torts, the cases are overseen by Connecticut Judicial Branch's Superior Court. The claims are usually filed in the Superior Court in the county where the accident occurred.

More on Connecticut tort cases in the blog article below. If you need legal assistance in a CT tort case, the lawyers at Brandon J. Broderick, Attorney at Law are here to help you. We have more than a decade of experience in assisting clients through the Northeast, including Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York. Call us today for assistance.

Tort Law in Connecticut: What Is It?

Connecticut tort law is the foundation upon which the court decides whether a party or entity is held liable for injuries that are caused to a claimant. Connecticut tort law is primarily governed by General Statutes Title 52 and Title 38a.

Individuals are required by the state's tort law to file lawsuits for personal injuries within two years following the date of the accident that caused such injuries. A claimant suing a government entity has a time limit of six months after the injury to file a claim.

If the injured party was partially at fault for the accident that caused their injuries, the state's comparative fault law may reduce or eliminate their damages entirely. A reduction in damages is based on the percentage of fault they carry in the accident. If they are determined to be more than 50% at fault, the injured party is not eligible for damages.

In most tort cases, the amount of damages a claimant may seek is unlimited.

Types of Cases Covered Under Connecticut Tort Law

Connecticut tort law applies to the following types of cases:

How To File A Connecticut Tort Claim?

To file a tort claim in Connecticut, an injured party must file with the Superior Court located in the county where the accident took place. The Clerk of Court can provide claimants with the paperwork that needs to be filled out in order to submit a Notice of Claim. If a claim is filed against the state, it is the responsibility of the Connecticut Office of the Claims Commissioner to hear claims.

The Notice of Claim form must be filled out by the claimant in full and signed at the bottom. Additionally, the claimant provides a thorough narrative of the accident, the number of damages they are suing for, and an account of the claim.

There is a filing fee of $25 from claimants for amounts less than $5,000. A filing fee of $50 is applied to claims over $5,000.

After Filing a Tort Claim in Connecticut, What Comes Next?

The Notice of Claim is forwarded to the Attorney General's Office by the Claims Commissioner following the filing of a tort suit in Connecticut. There is a position statement and an appearance filed by the Attorney General's Office. There will be a discovery phase, after which the Claims Commissioner will resolve any disagreements. If the amount claimed is more than $5,000, a hearing will be scheduled and the AGO will submit a dispositive motion. For claims less than $5,000, the commission can settle claims on paper.

Should I Contact A Personal Injury Attorney For a CT Tort Case?

If you or a loved one are thinking about filing a tort claim, a CT personal injury lawyer may be able to help. Properly filing a tort claim can benefit from an attorney's experience with the state's tort laws. In addition to representing plaintiffs in proceedings, lawyers can also help them negotiate reasonable settlements.

If you find yourself in an accident and need legal help, Brandon J. Broderick, Attorney at Law can help you through the process. Our experience in personal injury will benefit your case and we can assure you get the compensation you deserve.

Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.

Posted by: Brandon J. Bro…
Date: Mon, 04/08/2024 - 17:05

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