GlastonburyPersonal Injury Attorney

Our founder, Payman Tehrani, Esq., began the firm with the goal of providing experienced guidance to those who need a powerful legal advocate when others have done wrong. In the years since, we have secured impressive case results for the citizens of Glastonbury, CT, and the state at large, totaling over $1.5 million in jury awards and settlements for our clients. 

Your personal injury attorney begins by assessing the strength and potential of your claim during a complimentary case review. Once we partner with you, you can expect honest and dedicated work as we investigate, collect evidence, develop our arguments, and negotiate for a fair settlement. We educate you as we go so you can always make the best-informed choice about what to do next. Our client testimonials describe how others have trusted us, and we believe you can, too.

We also understand that you may worry about adding to your financial stress after you are already facing unexpected medical bills. You do not have to worry about the cost of hiring a personal injury attorney because we offer a contingency fee payment structure. We start with your free consultation, and when we take your case, you do not owe any fees until we secure a settlement or jury award for you.

Personal injury law covers a wide range of ways you can be hurt by someone else’s negligence or intentional actions. Although the details of your case may differ from those of another client, you can count on us to provide superior legal representation and diligent efforts to maximize your compensation. Our personal injury lawyers have deep experience handling Connecticut cases involving:

Motor Vehicle Accidents

Regardless of the type of vehicle, we understand the laws relating to holding reckless drivers accountable. We manage the following:

• Passenger car accidents
• Truck accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Bus accidents
• Rideshare accidents involving Uber and Lyft

We help you overcome damage from drivers who are speeding, driving drunk, or driving while drowsy. We collect all relevant evidence to show how their negligence caused you harm and the full value of compensation you are owed.

Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents

A person walking or on a bike stands little chance against a motor vehicle weighing thousands of pounds. If you or a loved one has been hurt in a pedestrian or bicycle accident, you likely have substantial medical costs and a lengthy recovery ahead. Our team will fight to ensure you are not left paying out of pocket for the care you need to get better and return to your regular life. 

Slip-and-Fall and Trip-and-Fall Accidents

These accidents can happen almost anywhere, but when they occur on another person’s property, you may have the right to seek compensation. Under Connecticut law, property owners owe a duty of care to licensees and invitees (those with a reason to be on the property) to maintain a safe and clean environment. If the owner is aware of or should have been aware of a hazard that causes you injury, you can file a claim against their insurance or initiate a personal injury lawsuit.

You could slip and fall in a grocery store, at someone’s home, in a public venue, or on government property. No matter where you are hurt, a personal injury attorney from Tehrani Law Group can help you with your case. 

Back, Neck, and Traumatic Brain Injuries

Slip-and-falls, car accidents, assaults, and other incidents can cause severe damage to your back, spinal cord, neck, and brain. We take neck and back injuries seriously because they can significantly limit your ability to work, care for yourself, and support your family. Even a minor rear-end collision can leave you with debilitating pain or paralysis.

Many traumatic brain injuires occur from a fall, vehicle accident, or water-related incident, such as near-drowning. You may lose cognitive and motor abilities, requiring surgery or round-the-clock care. All these expenses must be paid by those at fault for causing your injury. 

Dog Bite and Animal Attacks

Dogs are popular pets, but they follow their instincts, especially when overstimulated by their prey drive or scared. Even the friendliest canine can cause severe injury to a small child or elderly person, sometimes by knocking them over while jumping up playfully. A more aggressive dog could permanently maim or kill a young child who cannot fight back.

Under Connecticut’s dog bite law, dog owners must restrain their dogs at all times, either by fencing or leashing. Those who allow their dogs to run loose can face substantial fines and civil suits by those their dogs hurt. Other animals, such as cows, horses, goats, and other livestock, can also cause harm, potentially making their owners liable in your injury case. Our dog bite attorneys can assess your legal options when you have been hurt by an animal. 

Burns and Catastrophic Injuries

Suffering thermal or chemical burns, such as from a car accident or workplace injury, can lead to other dangerous medical conditions, including widespread infection. When you are burned, you may lose sensation, part or all of your limbs, and the ability to perform everyday activities. On top of this, you will likely experience substantial scarring, which can cause tremendous pain and suffering.

Catastrophic injuries are those that are likely to cause death or lead to a debilitating change in your life expectancy. Although Connecticut does not officially define what counts as a catastrophic injury, the term generally refers to amputated limbs, severe burns over most of the body, spinal and brain injuires, and organ damage. These cases can be worth millions if the victim is young and requires extensive care.

Wrongful Death

When the ultimate tragedy strikes and you lose a family member to another’s negligence, you need a skilled and tenacious wrongful death lawyer in Glastonbury to hold wrongdoers accountable. While you process your grief and loss, your attorney can manage the paperwork needed to handle the legal aspects on your behalf. We can advise you regarding Connecticut’s laws on actions for injuries resulting in death. 

If your loved one dies immediately during or after the personal injury incident, you can file a wrongful death claim to recover the damages caused by that loss, such as their financial and service contributions to your home. If they die in the days or weeks following extensive medical care, you can seek compensation through a survival action that looks to recoup those expenses for the deceased’s estate. These cases can be very complicated, but we are ready to help you every step of the way.

When you are hurt by someone else, you may suspect they acted carelessly, leading to your injuries. For example, if a person chooses to drive after drinking too much and hits your vehicle, it seems clear their negligence is part of why they are at fault. The personal injury claim process involves many steps that allow you to demonstrate how they hurt you and account for the damages they caused, including:

• Getting medical attention: You should dial 911 for medical first responders, who can assess your injuries and ensure you get the treatment you need. You can continue by seeing your doctor within 72 hours to connect your injuries with the incident, providing supporting documentation for your claim. 
• Collecting evidence: You may take photos and videos at the scene, capturing your injuries and property damage. You may ask witnesses for their contact information, and your personal injury attorneys can help you request a police accident report detailing what happened and if the authorities issued any charges against another party.
• Preparing paperwork: In some instances, such as a car accident, you may file a claim against the at-fault person’s auto insurance policy. In other situations, your personal injury attorney may advise you to proceed directly to a personal injury lawsuit.
• Negotiating a settlement: You and your lawyer will provide evidence and a demand letter to the other party, indicating how they were negligent and outlining your intent to pursue compensation. Discussions will go back and forth in an attempt to reach a satisfactory settlement amount that covers all your losses.
• Going to trial: If settlement talks are not productive, you can file a lawsuit and have your case heard before a judge and jury.

Throughout every step of the process, your attorneys at Tehrani Law Group will be by your side, ensuring you have the information you need to make the right choices for your case. We can continue to build and negotiate your claim while you are recovering, reducing your stress and concerns. Because we understand the legal and insurance claim processes, we can work to achieve maximum compensation on your behalf against uncooperative individuals and companies. 

Demonstrating Negligence in a Personal Injury Case

Your personal injury attorney will help you gather relevant evidence to show what happened, who is to blame, and how their actions led to your injuries and loss. To do so, they must establish support for the four elements of negligence against the other party. In the example of a car accident, these elements would be:

• Duty: You must show that the other party owed you a duty of care, such as driving safely.
• Breach: You must show how they failed, or breached, that duty, perhaps by driving recklessly. 
• Causation: You must show how the negligent actions directly caused you to get hurt through photos, expert testimony, medical reports, and other information.
• Damages: You must provide a list of the financial and subjective costs you have suffered related to your injuries and damage that the liable party owes you. 

If you are successful in your lawsuit, you are eligible to receive the full value of your economic damages (such as medical costs and lost wages) and your non-economic losses (such as your pain and suffering) if the court allows it. In some instances, you may see a reduction if you played a part in the accident, such as if you were partially at fault in a pedestrian accident. 
If the other party’s actions were extremely negligent or intentional, you may qualify for punitive damages under Connecticut law. However, the standard of proof is often much higher, and these are typically at the judge’s discretion when the court wishes to make an example of a defendant. In addition, punitive damages are sometimes capped in medical malpractice cases, so speak to your attorney to understand what laws and limitations may apply to your specific case.