Legal Question in Personal Injury in Connecticut

Should I file suit.

My wife was involved in a car accident and she is in therapy. Since the accident she has not been the same towards me in a personal matter due to all of the pain that she is suffering. As we are both young this is quite a problem, is it possible for me to file suit because she is not able to perform as she once did because of the accident.


Asked on 1/30/03, 1:46 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Scott Diamond DIAMONDLAWYER

Re: Should I file suit.

the suit should be filed by her and you add a count for your loss. Your claim is derivative in nature. Another words, without her claim, you have none

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Answered on 1/30/03, 2:25 pm
Robert Kaufmann Robert M. Kaufmann Law Offices

Re: Should I file suit.

She must file the suit. You can be named as a second plaintiff and claim damages for "loss of consortium." Of course, it is possible to engage an attorney who may be able to negotiate a settlement prior to filing an actual lawsuit.

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Answered on 1/30/03, 4:37 pm


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