A person's poor decisions can sometimes lead to another person's death. The person who died cannot act to recover for injuries and seek justice in civil courts in Litchfield County, Connecticut.
The victim's family, however, can pursue a wrongful death action. In a wrongful death case, the deceased person's loved ones may seek to recover money damages for that person's death, including hospital bills, funeral and burial expenses and loss of support.
Depending on the jurisdiction and circumstances, the loved ones may also be able to recover for loss of consortium in a wrongful death action brought in or near Litchfield County, Connecticut.
The AAJ is committed to promoting a fair and effective civil justice system while supporting the work of attorneys representing plaintiffs.
The CTLA s a professional association dedicated to preserving the rights of individuals seeking justice through Connecticut's civil court system while supporting and educating attorneys representing plaintiffs.
Hartford County Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service - The Lawyer Referral Service is sponsored by the Hartford County Bar Association. This community based non-profit service helps individuals and businesses find an attorney in Litchfield County in the northwestern corner of Connecticut. The LRS also serves the counties of Hardford, Middlesex, Tolland and Windham. The service charges a $25 processing fee for the referral. The $25 fee is waived for workers' compensation, personal injury, and social security disability cases. Attorneys that participate in the service must carry malpractice insurance and are pre-screened for their experience and good standing with the Connecticut State Bar.