Brian Karpe

Karpe & Partners

About Brian Karpe

Brian Karpe brings extensive multi-jurisdictional expertise to his legal practice, effectively handling cases in estate planning, elder law, probate, personal injury, workers' compensation, professional liability, family law, and criminal defense. His advanced knowledge in estate planning and elder law is bolstered by a Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree, providing him with specialized courtroom training beyond his initial legal education.

Attorney Karpe began his career in 1985 in Colorado, focusing on personal injury and workers' compensation cases. He later returned to Connecticut, where he expanded his practice to include personal injury, workers' compensation, real estate, and criminal corporate claims after being admitted to the Connecticut bar.

In addition to his private practice, Attorney Karpe has served as a special public defender, defending clients in serious felony cases, including murder, assault, kidnapping, rioting in a correctional facility, and sexual abuse. His legal acumen extends to insurance defense, having managed high-stakes litigation for a Fortune 100 company, involving cases with policy limit exposures exceeding $1,000,000.

Most recently, Attorney Karpe was affiliated with a prominent Hartford law firm, further enhancing his legal expertise.

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

Car Accidents

Personal Injury

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 Brian Karpe specialize in?

Brian Karpe specializes in estate planning, elder law, probate, personal injury, workers' compensation, professional liability, family law, and criminal defense.

Where did Brian Karpe begin his legal career?

Brian Karpe began his legal career in Colorado in 1985, focusing on personal injury and workers' compensation cases.

What advanced degree does Brian Karpe hold?

Brian Karpe holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree, specializing in estate planning and elder law.

Has Brian Karpe worked in insurance defense?

Yes, Brian Karpe has experience in insurance defense, overseeing litigation for a Fortune 100 company with large policy limit exposures.

What kind of cases has Brian Karpe handled as a special public defender?

As a special public defender, Brian Karpe has handled serious felony cases, including murder, assault, kidnapping, rioting in a correctional facility, and sexual abuse.