Connecticut Personal Injury Laws
Connecticut follows a modified comparative fault system with a 50% bar, barring recovery if the plaintiff is 51% or more at fault. The state has no statutory cap on compensatory or non-economic damages in personal injury cases, which allows for potentially large jury awards. Connecticut courts are known for being plaintiff-friendly in premises liability and motor vehicle cases.
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Fault Rule
Modified Comparative Fault (50% Bar)
Non-Economic Damages Cap
No Cap
Fault Rule: Modified Comparative Fault (50% Bar)
You can recover damages only if you are less than 50% at fault. Your award is reduced by your percentage of fault.
Average Settlement Amounts in Connecticut
Settlement amounts vary based on injury severity, liability, and other factors. Below are estimated average settlements for common injury types in Connecticut.
| Injury Type | Average Settlement |
|---|---|
| Car Accident | $24,000 |
| Slip and Fall | $20,000 |
| Dog Bite | $36,000 |
Key Connecticut Personal Injury Statutes
- •Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-584 (statute of limitations)
- •Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-572h (comparative fault, 51% bar)
- •Conn. Gen. Stat. § 22-357 (dog bite strict liability)
Damage Caps in Connecticut
Connecticut does not impose a general cap on non-economic damages in personal injury cases. This means there is no statutory limit on pain and suffering awards in most cases.
Connecticut does not have a specific medical malpractice damages cap.
Injury Claims in Connecticut
Learn more about specific injury types and how Connecticut law applies to each.
Major Cities in Connecticut
Personal injury attorneys in Connecticut serve clients in Bridgeport, New Haven, Hartford, Stamford, Waterbury, and surrounding areas. If you have been injured in any of these cities, the same state laws described above apply to your claim.
This information is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Consult a licensed personal injury attorney in your state.