14+ Years
Legal Experience
About Eric Joseph Garofano
Eric Joseph Garofano has been a committed advocate for clients in civil and commercial litigation for over a decade. His practice focuses on helping individuals obtain justice in cases involving personal injury, including negligent conduct, wrongful death, car accidents, falls, medical negligence, and product liability. Attorney Garofano works diligently to ensure his clients receive fair compensation for both physical and emotional damages.
In addition to personal injury, Eric Garofano is a staunch advocate for employees, ensuring they receive all due benefits from insurance companies. He represents workers in state and federal longshore workers' compensation claims. His expertise extends to a diverse range of business clients, handling matters such as breach of contract, tortious interference, misrepresentation, partnership disputes, and other business torts.
Attorney Garofano is experienced in pursuing and defending claims under consumer protection statutes, including Connecticut's Unfair Trade Practices Act (CUTPA). In the realm of real property and environmental law, he advises on adverse possession and boundary disputes, environmental contamination claims, and complex abatement and remediation projects. He manages zoning applications, appeals, and litigation related to covenants, easements, property transfers, and land use issues such as variances, subdivisions, and telecommunications tower siting.
His legal services also cover disputes involving contractors, including cases where contractors have abandoned a job or failed to fulfill contractual obligations. Eric Garofano has represented homeowners in actions against contractors and insurance companies under Connecticut's Home Improvement Act.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
Connecticut Car Accident Laws
Understanding Connecticut's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
modified comparative fault (51%)
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$25K/$50K/$25K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of law does Eric Garofano specialize in?
Eric Garofano specializes in civil and commercial litigation, personal injury, workers' compensation, business disputes, consumer protection, and real property law.
Where is Eric Garofano's practice located?
Eric Garofano's practice is based in Groton, Connecticut.
What types of personal injury cases does Eric Garofano handle?
He handles cases involving negligence, wrongful death, car accidents, falls, medical negligence, and product liability.
Does Eric Garofano represent employees in workers' compensation claims?
Yes, he represents employees in both state and federal longshore workers' compensation claims.
Can Eric Garofano assist with real property disputes?
Yes, he handles real property and environmental law matters, including boundary disputes and zoning issues.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Eric Joseph Garofano for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Eric for a free case review
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