Connecticut Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
If you or someone you love has experienced a motorcycle accident and injury caused by someone else, you may have a strong case for compensation.
At Proner & Proner, we have a deep connection to motorcycle riding. One of our founding partners, Mitchell Proner, is a motorcycle enthusiast who has dedicated his life to fighting for the rights of motorcycle accident victims.
Over the years, our team of motorcycle accident attorneys has helped our clients recover more than $400 million in valuable compensation for their losses. If you would like to speak with a lawyer experienced in Connecticut motorcycle accident cases, contact our office for a free consultation.
Connecticut Roads and Motorcycle Injuries
With approximately 1,000 motorcycle accidents each year, Connecticut roadways can be dangerous places for riders. Sadly, in some cases, motorcycle riders perish, but fortunately, most accidents do not result in fatalities. Still, nearly 300 of the 907 motorcycle accident injuries registered in 2020 were considered severe.
Severe injuries lead to numerous damages that typically place an inordinate amount of stress on victims. For this reason, Proner & Proner attorneys do not settle for less than what our clients need to address their losses.
Common severe injuries experienced on Connecticut roads include:
- Traumatic brain injuries causing long-term incapacitation
- Injuries to the spinal cord and column leading to partial or total paralysis
- Internal injuries leading to significant organ damage
- Road rash or road burn from sliding across the road
- Life-threatening infections
- Amputations
- Disfigurement and scars
- Costs related to medical care, including long-term care
- Lost wages, salary or other income, present and future
- Necessary modifications to your home or vehicle to accommodate your injury
- Expenses related to end-of-life care
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Loss of consortium
Some of these damages are direct economic damages, while others deal with state of being and emotion. Known as economic and non-economic damages, respectively, both impact motorcycle accident victims deeply and may forever affect their lives.
Punitive damages may also be available for motorcycle accident victims. Punitive damages have the primary purpose of punishing a defendant for especially reckless or intentional egregious behavior.
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Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in Connecticut
- Speeders
- Failure to Yield
- Running Red Lights
- Tailgating
- Blind Spots
- Road Hazards
- Inclement Weather
- Animals in Road
- Improper Maintenance
Client Testimonials
Here’s what some of our clients have to say about us!
Got into a motorcycle accident and went to Proner&Proner. I received great services and excellent results, I would definitively recommend the services. It was a great experience for me, A++ attorneys.
When I felt I needed legal support after a motorcycle accident, I sought out an attorney who was a motorcyclist as well. Fortunately, I found Mr. Proner. The concern I received was a comfort. The firm’s contact with me while working on my behalf was reassuring and the results certainly made a bad experience easier to put behind me. My gratitude to Proner & Proner.
Mitchell Proner is an amazing and very experienced trial lawyer, who takes care of his clients. He represented me in a car accident case, kept me very informed during the lengthy legal process and got me the settlement that I expected. His friendly office staff was always willing to assist and answer any questions I had. I recommend Mitchell Proner to all my friends and family!
I am very grateful for the services they were very quick and they dealt with my case right away. Thank you very much.
Mitchell Proner is an excellent lawyer. He took our case and did the right thing. We recommend him 100% to anyone. His staff are professionals and they care about their clients.
Greatest Lawyers I ever had. Answer any and every question I ever had. They treated me as one of the family. I can’t say enough about this firm. Thank you so much for all you guys did.
Awesome experience, excellent service, very professional and fast resolving my case. My number one attorney – definitely recommended more than once. Thank you!
Financial Compensation For Connecticut Motorcycle Accidents
- Medical Expenses
- Future Medical Care
- Lost Wages
- Pain and Suffering
- Loss of Companionship
- Property Damage
Proner & Proner Has Won Millions For Injured Motorcyclists
At Proner & Proner, our experienced personal injury lawyers understand that a motorcycle accident can have long-lasting effects and leave you struggling to pay medical expenses and other bills in the months and years ahead. That’s why we fight hard during negotiations with the insurance company and, if necessary, at trial to secure maximum compensation for our clients.
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$1.1M
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Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some answers to Frequently Asked Questions about motorcycle accidents and injuries in Connecticut.
It varies. Each motorcycle claim is different. The first step is typically negotiating with an insurance company for a settlement amount. If the insurance company agrees with the number you’re demanding, then the case could be resolved in as little as six months or even less.
Having an attorney from the beginning can help move the process along as well.
If the insurance company denies your claim or offers you an inadequate settlement amount, then you will have to file a lawsuit. Going this route may be the only way to get the compensation you deserve, but it could take years to reach a verdict.
If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident in Connecticut, you have two years to file a personal injury lawsuit for damages. However, if you sustain an injury in a motorcycle crash but don’t discover it until after the two-year time limit, you may still be able to file a suit.
Keep in mind that under no circumstances can you file a lawsuit three or more years after the negligent act that caused your crash.
Motorcycle accident attorneys normally do not charge a specific flat rate for their services. Instead, they tend to operate on a contingency basis, which means they calculate their fees as a percentage of the final settlement or verdict you receive. If the jury awards you nothing, then your lawyer also gets nothing.
For clients dealing with mounting losses, the contingency model allows them to use their resources to pay bills and alleviate other post-accident circumstances instead of paying attorney’s fees.
Depending on the facts of your case, you may still be eligible to receive compensation for your injuries. Connecticut uses a type of comparative negligence rule that allows negligent injury victims to claim a portion of their damages if they are no more than 50 percent responsible for their injuries.
For example, if a jury awards you $100,000 but also finds you to be 50 percent at fault, you will get $50,000. However, if the jury says you are 51 percent at fault, you can’t collect any compensation.
The amount of compensation you can get for your motorcycle accident claim depends on the circumstances of your case. Your settlement or verdict is calculated based on the extent of the damage you suffered. In other words, you will likely be entitled to significant compensation if you have been seriously injured.
Your lost income will also play a role. If you have a high salary, your compensation should reflect this. Don’t forget that if the jury determines that you were partially negligent, your compensation may be reduced accordingly.
At Proner & Proner, we always fight for maximum compensation so our clients can have the resources they need to continue living their lives. You don’t have to settle for below-par insurance offers when you deserve much more.
Let Proner & Proner Fight to Get You the Compensation You Deserve
You deserve to be on equal footing with the insurance company and its lawyers. They need to know that you have a seasoned attorney representing your interests. Contact Proner & Proner to schedule a free consultation with an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer and find out how to move forward with your case.
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In The Press
Hit and Run
Attorney Mitchell Proner was on hand when the motorist accused of hitting a female jogger on a road in Central Islip appeared in a New York courtroom to answer charges of leaving the scene of a fatal accident. 
Ferry Disaster
Attorney Mitchell Proner, an experienced maritime law attorney, spoke about the similarities between the Costa Concordia ferry disaster and the recent Indonesian ferry accident that killed at least 24 people. 
Road Rage Incident
Mitchell Proner spoke in support of NYC motorcycle riders and called on NY lawmakers and police not to overreact to a highly publicized road rage incident or to let that incident cast all motorcyclists in a bad light. Office Location
Even though the firm has successfully represented clients from five continents and over 30 jurisdictions, Proner & Proner serves New York personal injury clients in all five boroughs from our office in Midtown Manhattan.
