New Canaan, CT (November 27, 2024) – An 85-year-old man lost his life in a 4-car crash on Tuesday, November 25 in New Canaan.
One other person suffered injuries, according to information provided by Connecticut State Police. The deceased victim was identified as Frank Brantner. The incident took place near Exit 37 on the Merritt Parkway at approximately 3:00 p.m. A 2015 Lexus 350 RC operated by Brantner was involved in a collision with a 2020 Kia Forte, police said. The Kia was operated by a 38-year-old man who was slowing in the right lane behind a Ford F-150 pickup truck just before the collision. The Kia then struck the truck and a GMC Sierra that was traveling in the left lane near the pickup, police said. When first responders arrived at the scene, Brantner was unresponsive and later pronounced deceased at Norwalk Hospital. The Kia’s driver suffered minor injuries and was transported to the hospital for evaluation. Police continue to investigate the circumstances of the accident.
We want to offer our sincere sympathies to the family of the deceased victim. We hope for the full recovery of the injured victim.
Connecticut Car Accidents
Experiencing a car crash can completely upend your life, and unfortunately, many people are all too familiar with the devastating impact these incidents can have. In Connecticut, hundreds of lives are lost each year in crashes, and thousands more are left dealing with serious injuries, often including spinal cord injuries and broken bones.
If you or a beloved member of your family have been injured in a car crash due to another driver’s actions, you have legal options, such as filing a personal injury claim. In Connecticut, victims can seek compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages under the laws of comparative negligence. As long as you’re less than 50% responsible for the crash, you can recover compensation for the damages caused by the defendant.
You should be able to recover without having to worry about money if you or someone you love were recently hurt in a traffic accident. If the worst has happened, and someone you love recently lost their life, a wrongful death lawyer in New Canaan can help you file a wrongful death claim for financial compensation. When you file a wrongful death claim, you may be eligible to collect economic compensation for funeral and burial expenses, emotional turmoil, pain, suffering, and other damages that your loved one’s crash may have caused.
At Kanca Law Firm LLC, our skilled and experienced legal team has built a reputation for excellence in advocating for the rights of car crash victims. With over a decade of detailed legal experience, our dedicated team has successfully fought for financial compensation and justice for many injured parties, helping to alleviate the financial burdens often associated with car accidents. If you or a loved one has been involved in a car crash and needs assistance, don’t hesitate to schedule a free consultation with our Connecticut personal injury law firm today at 203-806-7003. We’re here to fight for your legal rights and ensure you receive the justice you deserve.
