If you get injured in an event such as a car accident, you may assume you will receive a fair payment to cover your medical costs and property damage – especially if you were not at fault or have never missed a payment on your insurance policy. Unfortunately, insurance companies do not always act in good faith.

If an accident in Connecticut leaves you with a permanent disability, financial assistance is often available through one or more insurance programs. You may qualify for benefits through the Social Security Disability Insurance system, for example, or a personal injury claim payout. Below are answers to frequently asked questions to get an idea of what to expect from the disability claims process.