Connecticut New Haven Premises Liability Lawyer
If you are injured by a dangerous condition on a public, commercial, or private property someone else owns, you may be entitled to compensation. Property owners in New Haven have a legal duty to remove hazardous conditions, prevent access to them, or provide conspicuous warnings about the dangers. At Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, P.C., our award-winning New Haven premises liability lawyers have over 35 years of experience helping injured accident victims recover just outcomes when they are injured because of a property owner’s negligence.
Connecticut Premises Liability Attorneys
Our Connecticut premises Liability lawyers in New Haven are dedicated to providing every client with compassionate legal representation that emphasizes integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to justice. We have a strong reputation throughout Connecticut for securing significant financial recoveries for clients. We consistently secure just compensation through meticulous case preparation. When you choose KJSR, you choose an ally with a proven history of navigating complex premises liability claims and securing just outcomes.
Premises liability cases can be complex because you must prove you were authorized to be on the property, the owner knew or should have known about the hazard, the owner had sufficient opportunity to mitigate the danger, and the owner failed to timely address it. We have been handling premises liability cases since 1988. Thus, we know where to find the evidence you need to prove your claim.
John Kennedy Jr.
Founding Partner
John J. Kennedy, Jr., is the founding partner of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, P.C. In 1988, John formed Kennedy & Johnson, along with David Johnson. John is an accomplished trial attorney, spending most of his more than 42 years practicing in Connecticut, representing injured clients before juries.
We Understand Premises Liability Laws
To recover compensation in a premises liability case, you must first prove that you were lawfully on the premises and that the property owner’s negligence caused your injuries. Connecticut law recognizes three types of property visitors: trespassers, licensees, and invitees.
- Trespasser – someone who has received notice that they are not allowed on the property
- Licensee – someone who has permission to be on the property for their own benefit or someone the owner tolerates on the property
- Invitee – someone who has an invitation to be on the property for the owner’s benefit or a mutual benefit as a member of the public, a business guest, or a social guest
A property owner’s duties vary based on which type of visitor you were when you were injured. Property owners have the highest level of responsibility to invitees because they have a legal duty to inspect the premises and remedy hazardous conditions. In the case of licensees, there is no duty to inspect the premises, but property owners can be held liable for harm caused by hazardous conditions that are not obvious. Connecticut property owners generally owe no duty to trespassers, except that they cannot intentionally cause them harm.
How We Can Help with Your New Haven Premises Liability Claim
We provide every client with personalized attention to ensure the best results possible. We will handle all of your legalities, such as the following, while you focus on recovery:
- Gather evidence. We will visit the accident site, interview witnesses, obtain applicable incident reports, look for video footage, and consult medical experts.
- Calculate your case value. We will consider your current and future losses stemming from the accident and determine how much compensation would be just.
- File your insurance claim. We will identify all available insurance coverage and deal with the insurance company.
- File a New Haven premises liability lawsuit. If the insurance company denies your claim or refuses to pay fair compensation, we will file a lawsuit before the statute of limitations expires.
- Negotiate a settlement. After calculating your damages, we will conduct settlement negotiations until we reach a settlement or verdict. We will not accept less than you deserve.
- Represent you at trial. We prepare every case for trial. While most of our cases settle for fair compensation without a trial, you will be fully prepared if yours does not. In that case, we will fearlessly advocate for you at trial and take your case to a jury.
Premises Liability Lawyers Serving New Haven County
We proudly serve all of New Haven and the surrounding area, including the following locations:
- West Haven
- Meriden
- Milford
- Hamden
- Wallingford
- East Haven
- Branford
- North Haven
- Cheshire
Premises Liability Claims We Handle
Our Premises Liability Case Results
Our track record speaks for itself. The key to our consistent results is meticulous case preparation and readiness for trial. Insurance companies are more likely to settle when they know they could lose in court. Our premises liability attorneys in New Haven use a team approach in every case so we can secure the best results possible. Our approach works. Below are a few examples of our noteworthy case results:
Speak to a New Haven, CT, Premises Liability Attorney
Our New Haven premises liability lawyers provide responsive and sympathetic legal representation in small and large injury cases. With over 35 years of experience and a proven track record of success, we are New Haven’s premier premises liability law firm.
Contact us now by completing our easy online contact form or calling (203) 865-8430.
Connecticut Premises Liability Law Firm FAQs
Do I Need To Hire a Premises Liability Attorney?
Yes, you will need a proven premises liability attorney to ensure you recover fair compensation. Property owners often remove evidence to avoid liability, and insurance companies prefer to use their wealth to hire lawyers rather than compensate injured accident victims.
When you have our knowledgeable New Haven premises liability law firm on your side, we will perform a full investigation with the help of private investigators, medical experts, and consultants so we can prove your claim and secure the compensation you deserve.
How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Premises Liability Lawyer?
There is no upfront cost to work with our reputable premises liability lawyers in New Haven. We work on a contingency fee arrangement, which means we provide the same level of representation the insurance companies can afford, and you pay nothing unless we win and successfully recover your compensation. Our fee will be a percentage of your recovery, which we will disclose upfront.
How Long Do I Have to File a Premises Liability Claim in Connecticut?
Under the Connecticut statute of limitations, you generally must file your New Haven premises liability lawsuit within two years of the incident if you were injured. If your loved one has died from an accident on someone else’s property, you generally have five years to file a wrongful death claim. However, it is important to contact a knowledgeable personal injury lawyer with experience handling premises liability claims as soon as possible so your attorney can access the evidence and start protecting your rights.
What Damages Can I Claim in a Connecticut Premises Liability Lawsuit?
You may be eligible to recover economic and non-economic damages in a premises liability claim. Economic damages compensate for the monetary costs stemming from your injuries, such as medical expenses and lost wages. When pursuing economic damages, you also have a right to pursue future medical expenses and lost earning capacity if your injuries are expected to affect you in the long term.
Non-economic damages cover your current and future subjective losses, such as the following:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of society
- Inconvenience
- Humiliation
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Loss of consortium
Every premises liability case is unique. The amount you recover will vary based on the nature and severity of your injuries, the cost of your medical care, the available insurance coverage, and other factors specific to your case. We are committed to accounting for every present and future loss when calculating your compensation. You can count on our New Haven premises liability attorneys to recover the maximum amount available through effective and aggressive representation.
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West Hartford, CT 06107
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