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Rodney Vining Jr., founding attorney of Vining Law Firm, outside the courthouse in downtown New Haven, Connecticut

★★★★★ Google-reviewed · $10M+ recovered for clients

Connecticut Personal Injury Lawyers

Hurt? Don’t let the insurer decide what you’re owed.

Insurance companies begin evaluating claims immediately. Vining Law represents injured people throughout Connecticut with direct attorney involvement and case preparation built for litigation, negotiation, and maximum leverage.

$10M+Recovered
35+Years combined
$0Unless we recover

No fee unless we recover

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Three questions is enough to start. An attorney will review what happened and tell you what your case turns on.

  • 01No fee unless the firm recovers for you. No retainer, no hourly bills.
  • 02Direct attorney involvement from the first call — not a case manager.
  • 03Spanish-language intake available. Se habla español.

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A member of our team will contact you promptly during business hours. If you would rather speak with us, call (203) 800-7380.

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$10M+
Recovered for Clients
35+
Years Combined Experience
4
Connecticut Attorneys
Bilingual
Legal Team
Super Lawyers Rising Star, 2020–2026 Top 40 Under 40 National Black Lawyers, 2025–2026 Top 40 Under 40 National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys, 2024–2025 Member Connecticut Bar Association Member Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association Bilingual Legal Team

The Vining Promise

You pay nothing unless we recover for you.

No retainer. No hourly bills. No upfront legal fees or case costs.

We invest in your case from the start. If we don’t recover compensation for you, you owe us nothing.

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  • Contingency Fee
  • Free Consultation
  • No Obligation

Attorney’s fees are charged on a contingency basis and are calculated as a percentage of the recovery, in accordance with Connecticut law. Case costs and expenses are advanced by the firm and reimbursed from the recovery. If there is no recovery, you owe no attorney’s fee and are not responsible for the case costs the firm has advanced.

Case Results

Results Matter.

  • $1.25 Million Motor Vehicle Collision
  • $370,000 Three-Vehicle Collision
  • $250,000 Three-Vehicle Rear-End Collision — West Haven, CT
  • $250,000 DUI Collision — New Haven, CT
  • $250,000 Motor Vehicle Collision — Meriden, CT No police were called to the scene; the parties exchanged information.
  • $225,000 Parking Lot Collision — Hamden, CT
  • $127,500 Underinsured Motorist Settlement Recovery through the client’s own insurance policy.
  • $100,000 Highway Collision — Madison, CT
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Prior results do not guarantee or predict a similar outcome. Every case is different and depends on its own facts and circumstances.

Practice Areas

Connecticut
Personal Injury.
Built for Litigation.

We help injured people throughout Connecticut pursue serious personal injury claims.

If you were injured because of someone else’s negligence, we can help you understand your options and pursue the appropriate claim.

Car Accidents Insurance companies begin evaluating a claim quickly after a crash. We help injured people protect their claim, understand the insurance process, and pursue compensation for their injuries and losses. Learn More → Truck & Tractor-Trailer Accidents Commercial vehicle crashes can involve serious injuries, multiple parties, and evidence that may be lost, deleted, or overwritten if it is not preserved early. Learn More → Motorcycle Accidents Motorcycle crashes can result in severe injuries and raise different questions involving visibility, right-of-way, speed, and insurance coverage. Learn More → Pedestrian & Bicycle Accidents Pedestrians and cyclists have little protection when they are struck by a vehicle. Even when fault is disputed, an injured pedestrian or cyclist may still have a claim worth evaluating. Learn More → Slip & Fall / Premises Liability Unsafe conditions on commercial or residential property can cause serious injuries. We evaluate how the incident happened, what evidence is available, and whether the property owner or another party may be responsible. Learn More → Workers’ Compensation Employees injured at work may be entitled to medical treatment, wage benefits, and other compensation under Connecticut workers’ compensation law. Fault generally does not have to be proven to pursue workers’ compensation benefits. Learn More → Worksite & Third-Party Injury Claims A workplace injury can involve more than workers’ compensation. When another person, contractor, property owner, or company contributes to the injury, there may also be a separate personal injury claim. Learn More → Catastrophic Injuries Catastrophic injuries such as traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, severe fractures, amputations, and other life-changing injuries can affect a person’s health, ability to work, independence, and future medical needs. These claims require careful consideration of both the immediate and long-term impact of the injury. Learn More → Uninsured & Underinsured Motorist Claims When the at-fault driver has no insurance—or not enough insurance to cover the claim—your own auto policy may provide additional coverage. We review the available insurance and pursue all applicable sources of recovery. Learn More → Wrongful Death When negligence results in the loss of a loved one, surviving family members may have legal options under Connecticut law. We help families understand the claims that may be available. Learn More → Medical Malpractice Medical malpractice claims can involve serious injuries and complex questions about the care that was provided. We evaluate potential claims and help determine the appropriate next step. Learn More →
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Why Vining

Why Vining? Why Not.

Clients deserve more than updates from a case manager and pressure to take the first offer. We stay involved, stay accessible, and prepare cases with litigation in mind from the beginning.

01
Direct Attorney Involvement
Clients work directly with the attorneys responsible for their case. Our attorneys remain involved in strategy, major decisions, negotiations, and litigation from the beginning.
02
Prepared to Litigate, Not Just Settle
We build cases with the evidence and preparation necessary to litigate when required. The goal is not simply to reach a settlement — it is to put the case in the strongest position possible before serious negotiations begin.
03
Communication That Doesn’t Disappear
Clients should not have to chase their law firm for answers. We prioritize regular communication, timely updates, and direct access when something important comes up.
04
Connecticut Focus
Our practice is built around Connecticut personal injury law and the courts, insurers, medical providers, and claims processes our clients encounter throughout the state.

Connecticut Deadlines Are Strict

The earlier we get involved, the more we can protect.

Personal injury claims have deadlines, and important evidence can disappear long before those deadlines arrive. Early investigation gives us a better opportunity to preserve evidence, speak with witnesses, and protect your claim before the insurance company shapes the narrative.

  • 01Witnesses Forget. Memories fade, witnesses move, and people become harder to reach as time passes.
  • 02Video Can Disappear. Surveillance, traffic-camera, dash-cam, and other digital evidence may be deleted or overwritten if it is not preserved quickly.
  • 03Early Statements Matter. What you say to an insurance company early in the claim can affect how it evaluates the case later.
  • 04Medical Documentation Matters. Delays or significant gaps in treatment may become issues the insurance company raises when evaluating your injuries.

In their words

Real Clients.
Real Experiences.

Rated 5.0 from 51 Google reviews. Twelve of them below, in English and Spanish; read the full set.

  • ★★★★★01

    “Rodney Vining and his team are professional, reliable, and diligent. They work together so well and communicate with you throughout the entire process, which relieves so much stress and worries.”
    Makeda S.Google review
  • ★★★★★02

    “Attorney Vining and his team are top-tier professionals who get the job done. My experience was pristine from start to finish. Attorney Vining was very transparent with expectations.”
    Tiffany S.Google review
  • ★★★★★03

    “Attorney Vining and Attorney Scottland went above and beyond. They are very professional and exceeded my expectations when it came to the progress of my claim. They checked in on me and kept me informed every step of the way.”
    Nicole G.Google review
  • ★★★★★04

    “Rodney Vining helped me when I got into a rollover accident and he didn’t except anything but the full policy of the person who hit me.”
    David F.Google review
  • ★★★★★05

    “Every step of the way I was constantly updated on my case. While I wasn’t sure how things would turn Rodney did what I thought wasn’t possible and I received the full policy from my case.”
    Okeve S.Google review
  • ★★★★★06

    “Quantia Scottland at Vining Law Firm, helped me through a car accident. Everything was explained in terms I could easily understand and was always responsive via call/text/email when I had questions.”
    Amanda G.Google review
  • ★★★★★07

    “I got in touch with Rodney from Vining law and he ensure I was compensated for my injuries. He took time to review my case and he got me back on the right track.”
    Marcia O.Google review
  • ★★★★★08

    “At VINING law the staff is down to earth and do their best to put more money in your pocket, they made sure me and my family were not taken advantage of.”
    Jeffrey B.Google review
  • ★★★★★09

    “Great experience with Vining Law Firm never had to chase him for updates.”
    JamaicanPrinceGoogle review
  • ★★★★★10

    “Rodney was great to work with. Communication was incredible and he fights for his clients. I will always recommend!”
    Brittany G.Google review
  • ★★★★★11

    “I had a great experience working with Rodney and his team having patients is the key he gets the job done no matter what he will make sure u get what u deserve.”
    Elijah S.Google review
  • ★★★★★12

    “Un excelente servicio. Sus abogados y colaboradores muy amables y dedicados a ayudar a sus clientes.”
    Cristian G.Google review

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Local Presence

Rooted in New Haven
and Bridgeport.

With offices in New Haven and Bridgeport, we represent injured people throughout Connecticut. Clients can meet with our team in person, by phone, or virtually depending on what is most convenient.

NH
New Haven
157 Church Street, 19th Floor
New Haven, CT 06510
Serving clients throughout New Haven County and across Connecticut.
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Bridgeport
1000 Lafayette Blvd, Suite 1100
Bridgeport, CT 06604
Serving clients throughout Fairfield County and across Connecticut.
CT
Statewide Representation
Offices in New Haven and Bridgeport, with additional professional meeting locations available throughout Connecticut by appointment.
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Spanish-Language Service
Spanish-speaking clients can communicate directly with members of our legal team throughout the intake and case process.

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There’s no charge for a consultation, and no obligation to hire the firm afterward. Most initial calls take about fifteen minutes and help us understand what happened, answer your questions, and discuss the next steps.

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What type of injury are you dealing with?
Did you receive medical treatment?
Where should we reach you?
✓

Thank you — we’ve got it.

A member of our team will contact you promptly during business hours. If you would rather speak with us, call (203) 800-7380.

Your information is private and never sold. Submitting does not create an attorney–client relationship.

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