Can I be found at fault for a car accident if I did not have my seat belt on?

No. Whether or not you have your seat belt on at the time of a car accident will not determine if you are at fault. Wearing a seat belt does not affect the way a person is driving. Even if you are not liable for the car accident, you still may be given a ticket for not wearing a seat belt. Under Connecticut law, failure to wear a seat belt while driving carries a $50 fine, but if you are under 18, the fine increases to $75. (Connecticut General Statute §14-100a(c)(4)) Failure to wear a seat belt is a non-moving violation that should not affect your driving record or increase the cost of your automobile insurance.

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What My Clients Say

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   Naithan Rojas 
 2023-09-13
 
 
  I can’t thank Kerry enough for her outstanding work on my case! She fought tirelessly to ensure that I get the compensation I deserved. She’s kept me updated throughout the process and made sure I was okay in all aspects, her expertise, dedication, and professionalism are unmatched. I’m grateful to have Kerry on my side. I highly recommend Kerry Socha’s services to anyone seeking justice!
  
 
       
   Scott Lent 
 2023-07-31
 
 
  Kerry took the time to get to know me and my Workers Compensation case from a slip and fall on ice at my employers facility. I would use her services again and recommend her to a friend.
  
 
       
   David Childers 
 2023-07-20
 
 
  Kerry was amazing!!
I called to find out if she was able to take my case and unfortunately she was not able to but still she gave me deep detailed advice on how to proceed with the issues that I was dealing with. She gave me some brilliant ideas to eliminate the issues and I completely can't thank her enough for her time that she spent coaching me through everything! If you need an attorney in Connecticut she would be the one to hire.
David Childers
  
 
       
   c crawford 
 2023-05-13
 
 
  Being from out of state, I called Vernon chamber of commerce to look for recommendation of a lawyer.  Within the hour I was on the phone with Kerry telling her the details of my daughter's predicament. Her professionalism and savvy led to a quick result. I couldn't recommend her more highly.
  
 
       
   Alex Bailey 
 2023-05-08
 
 
  Very pleased with Kerry and her work! I will definitely recommend her!
  
 
       
   Christine Noonan 
 2023-02-15
 
 
  My husband was in a car accident in March 2020 that was not his fault. We hired a personal injury  lawyer that did absolutely nothing for almost 3 years. We found Kerry and she had his case settled within about 6 months. She was wonderful at communicating what needed to be done on our end and keeping us abreast of the case. We HIGHLY recommend her and her skill as a personal injury attorney.
  
 
       
   Brittany Huri (Palmer) 
 2023-01-14
 
 
  Kerry has been phenomenal. She is extremely thorough and genuine. I am so thankful I chose her to represent me in my accident case. Kerry has been very fair, transparent, and honest. It was very important to me to have someone in my corner like her. I highly suggest her to everyone.
  
 
       
   Neil D 
 2022-09-18
 
 
  Kerry was great to work with. Great with communication and helping you understand the process. She was also very flexible and will go the extra mile to get things done for you!
  
 
       
   Athena Allure 
 2022-09-17
 
 
  I had the pleasure of working with Kerry! Not only is she an amazing lawyer she’s very kind. Kerry is very flexible, looks out for your best interest, and is thorough in all that she does. She made sure everything was done fast and efficiently.
  
 
       
   Jacquelyn LaBonte 
 2022-09-13
 
 
  Attorney Socha represented my family in a small claims case, I am absolutely amazed with the wonderful job she did in representing us is such a small case, she went over and above, dotted her “i” and crossed her “t”! If we ever needed representation in a court of law on any large or small case, she would be the attorney we would call.