North Stonington, Connecticut is a quaint New England town of 5,297 people that is located in New London County. The town sits in the southeastern part of the state and shares a border with Rhode Island. Earlier in its history, the town was known for its grist mills and sawmills but has largely been a rural residential community since the period immediately after the civil war.
When people in North Stonington are injured, they often do not know where to turn. Fortunately, the North Stonington personal injury lawyers of Polito & Harrington are qualified to represent victims with any type of personal injury matter and regularly handle cases related to the following:
- Auto/distracted driving accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Trucking accidents
- Drunk driving accidents
- Nursing home injuries
- Nursing malpractice
- Construction accidents
- Slip and fall
- Dog bites
- Wrongful death
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Medical malpractice
- Workplace injuries
- Tribal law
If you have been injured in an accident in the area, do not hesitate to contact our office today. We offer free consultations, so you have nothing to lose by having one of our skilled lawyers review your case. Our attorneys will thoroughly analyze your case, determine whether or not you have a claim, and let you know from whom you may be able to recover compensation. Furthermore, if you choose to retain us to represent you, we will not charge you any legal fees unless we successfully recover compensation on your behalf.
Car Accidents in North Stonington, Connecticut
Even minor car accidents are capable of causing serious injuries. In many car crash cases, victims sustain injuries as severe as broken bones, concussions, traumatic brain injuries, or even spinal cord injuries. These and other car accident injuries can leave victims with medical expenses, lost income, property damage, loss of quality of life, and physical and emotional pain and suffering. Fortunately, if victims can show that their accident was caused by negligence, they can often recover financial compensation for these losses. Some examples of driver negligence that can easily lead to a serious accident include:
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North Stonington Nursing Home Injury Attorneys
Many older adults and people requiring assistance with daily tasks in the North Stonington area live in nearby facilities such as Avalon Health Center, Apple Rehab, and StoneRidge. Residents of these facilities go to them seek care but unfortunately can instead be the victims of abuse, neglect, or both. Nursing home abuse and neglect are serious issues that can result in inadequate medical care, malnutrition, infection, physical injuries, and depression and anxiety. Fortunately, victims are often entitled to compensation under Connecticut law. For this reason, anyone who has been hurt or mistreated while living in a nursing home or long-term care facility should speak with one of our North Stonington nursing home injury lawyers as soon as possible.
How an Attorney can Help You
You may be wondering what exactly an attorney can do for you after a car accident. It is important to understand that the insurance company that you are dealing with is not on your side and simply wants to pay out as little as possible to make your case go away. Here are some of the ways a lawyer can help you after car accident:
- Determine whether you have a claim
- Negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf
- File a lawsuit
- Represent you in court
Call a North Stonington Personal Injury Lawyer Today to Schedule a Free Consultation
If you have been hurt in an accident, call Polito & Harrington as soon as you can. Our North Stonington personal injury lawyers are committed to helping injured victims recover for their injuries. Our Waterford office is less than a 30-minute drive from North Stonington down I-95, so call us today for a free consultation, 860-447-3300. You can also send us an email through our online contact form.