The driver is at fault in most pedestrian accidents, whether because they were speeding, distracted, impaired, or in violation of Connecticut’s right-of-way laws. However, other parties can also be wholly or partially responsible in these cases, including government entities responsible for maintaining traffic signals and crosswalks. A skilled Connecticut pedestrian accident lawyer will review the facts to identify all potentially liable parties.
Note that in claims involving government entities, such as injuries caused by a defective road, sidewalk, or bridge, the injured party has just 90 days to file written notice of a claim.