Business Details
36 Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Personal Injury Lawyers in Hartford, CT
Since 1990, Zayas Law Firm has been a dedicated advocate for personal injury victims in Connecticut. Our team combines over 50 years of collective legal experience with a hyper-focused approach to personal injury cases, ensuring clients receive the individualized attention they deserve. As the largest Hispanic and Spanish-speaking law firm in the state, we bridge language barriers to serve English and Spanish-speaking clients with equal proficiency. Our contingency fee model ensures access to justice without upfront costs, while our 24/7 availability reflects our commitment to client needs. We specialize in motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, slip and falls, and wrongful death cases, leveraging decades of trial experience to maximize compensation.Our firm's bilingual capabilities and community roots enable culturally sensitive representation, and our track record of successful verdicts demonstrates our effectiveness. We maintain membership in the Trial Lawyers Association, underscoring our litigation expertise. Client testimonials consistently highlight our responsiveness, transparency, and results-driven approach. Our Hartford-based practice extends to Waterbury, New Haven, and Bridgeport, serving clients through two convenient office locations. We combine aggressive courtroom advocacy with compassionate support throughout the legal process.
Services
Car Accidents
Medical Malpractice
Wrongful Death
Slip and Falls
Truck Accidents
Motorcycle Accidents
Pedestrian Accidents
Product Liability
Nursing Home Neglect
Snow and Ice Injuries
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- Over 50 years of combined legal experience in personal injury law
- Fully bilingual Spanish-English legal services available
- No upfront fees - contingency-based representation
- 24/7 availability for client consultations
- Largest Hispanic personal injury firm in Connecticut
Associations and certifications
- Trial Lawyers Association
What people say
Great results achieved
Professional and responsive
Stress-free process
Bilingual support available
Highly recommended
Services
Personal Injury Law
We represent clients injured through no fault of their own in various accident types. Our attorneys handle car crashes, slip and falls, and medical malpractice cases with proven litigation strategies. Clients benefit from our contingency fee model and bilingual legal support throughout Connecticut.
Car Accidents
Our team handles all aspects of motor vehicle accident claims, from determining liability to negotiating with insurance companies. We help clients recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering following collisions in Hartford and surrounding areas.
Medical Malpractice
We pursue cases involving misdiagnosis, surgical errors, and birth injuries with expert medical testimony. Our attorneys work with healthcare professionals to prove negligence and secure compensation for additional medical costs and long-term care needs.
Wrongful Death
We help families seek justice when losing loved ones to negligence. Our compassionate approach handles funeral expense claims, lost income calculations, and emotional damages while holding responsible parties accountable in court when necessary.
Truck Accidents
Our firm investigates large truck collisions involving complex liability issues. We work with accident reconstruction experts to prove fault against commercial carriers and secure compensation for catastrophic injuries sustained in these high-impact crashes.
People
Richard Zayas
Founding Attorney
With 30+ years of trial experience, Richard established the firm's reputation for aggressive advocacy. He personally oversees complex cases and founded the Zayas Law Fund for Arts & Education in 2020 to support local youth programs.
Maximiliano Zayas
Attorney
Bringing 20+ years of litigation experience, Maximiliano specializes in motor vehicle accident cases. He focuses on client communication, ensuring Spanish-speaking clients fully understand their legal options during the claims process.
Melissa Vazquez-Sanchez
Attorney
A dedicated personal injury advocate, Melissa handles medical malpractice and nursing home neglect cases. She works with medical experts to prove negligence and secure compensation for clients' ongoing care needs.
Martina Bria
Attorney
Martina focuses on wrongful death and catastrophic injury cases. She assists families through probate court proceedings while negotiating with insurance companies to maximize settlement amounts for long-term financial security.
Questions
What types of personal injury cases do you handle?
We handle all major personal injury cases including car accidents, medical malpractice, slip and falls, truck collisions, and wrongful death claims throughout Connecticut.
How much does it cost to hire your firm?
We work on a contingency fee basis - you pay nothing upfront. Our fee comes from the recovery amount, typically 33-40% of the final settlement or verdict.
Do you offer Spanish language services?
Yes, every attorney and staff member is fluent in Spanish. We provide complete bilingual legal representation for all case matters.
What if my case goes to trial?
Our attorneys have decades of trial experience. While we negotiate settlements when possible, we're fully prepared to litigate cases in Connecticut courts when necessary.
How long do I have to file a claim?
Connecticut's statute of limitations is 2 years from the injury date. We recommend contacting us immediately to preserve evidence and meet all filing deadlines.
Are consultations available after business hours?
Yes, we offer 24/7 availability with evening and weekend appointments to accommodate clients' schedules and urgent legal needs.
