{"id":46713,"date":"2026-02-22T11:38:40","date_gmt":"2026-02-22T16:38:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lalawct.com\/?p=46713"},"modified":"2026-02-22T12:33:24","modified_gmt":"2026-02-22T17:33:24","slug":"groton-ct-two-car-crash-w-injuries-at-long-hill-rd-kings-hwy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lalawct.com\/pt\/groton-ct-two-car-crash-w-injuries-at-long-hill-rd-kings-hwy\/","title":{"rendered":"Groton, CT \u2013 Two-Car Crash w\/ Injuries at Long Hill Rd & Kings Hwy"},"content":{"rendered":"

Groton, CT (February 22, 2026) \u2013<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0A two-car crash left one woman injured on Saturday, February 21, at the intersection of Long Hill Road and Kings Highway in Groton. The accident happened around 2:50 p.m., according to the Departamento de Pol\u00edcia de Groton<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Emergency units responded to the intersection after reports of a collision involving two vehicles. When crews arrived, they found a 71-year-old woman complaining of chest pain and a seatbelt-related injury.<\/p>\n

Paramedics evaluated the woman at the scene and provided medical assistance. Officials have not confirmed whether she was taken to a hospital for further care.<\/p>\n

The second driver was conscious after the crash. Medical personnel also assessed that driver, though authorities did not release details about any reported injuries.<\/p>\n

Officers secured the area while investigators documented the scene and spoke with those involved. The Groton Police Department continues to examine the circumstances surrounding the crash.<\/p>\n

We wish the injured woman a smooth and full recovery.<\/p>\n

When Should I Report the Crash to My Insurance Company in Connecticut?<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n

You should notify your insurer as soon as possible after a crash without unnecessary delay. Most policies expect prompt communication, even if injuries appear minor. Early notice helps pave the way for your future insurance claim.<\/p>\n

Insurance contracts contain specific notice requirements. These provisions outline how and when policyholders must alert the carrier. Following those terms helps avoid disputes over coverage later.<\/p>\n

Connecticut law also requires reporting certain collisions to authorities. Crashes involving injury, death, or major property damage must be documented. These legal duties differ from private insurance obligations.<\/p>\n

Even minor incidents deserve attention from your insurer. Hidden damage or delayed symptoms sometimes surface days later. Early reporting preserves your position if problems develop.<\/p>\n

Before calling, gather basic information about the event. Note the date, time, location, and identities involved. Keep photos, insurance details, and witness names available for reference.<\/p>\n

Don’t wait too long to report your accident to your insurer. This might complicate matters. Delays may raise questions about credibility or compliance. Some carriers limit benefits if notice requirements are ignored.<\/p>\n

UM advogado de acidentes de carro<\/u><\/a>\u00a0can review your policy and communication records. An attorney can also explain how reporting timing may affect your claim.<\/p>\n

At LA Law, we help victims of car accidents in Connecticut understand their legal options. We review documents, explain coverage questions, and discuss possible next steps.<\/p>\n

If you were injured in a car accident in New London or Hartford County, contact LA Law at (860) 595-3163 to discuss your case with our team.<\/p>\n

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Isen\u00e7\u00f5es de responsabilidade:<\/i><\/b><\/em><\/strong>\u00a0Nenhuma das informa\u00e7\u00f5es contidas nesta publica\u00e7\u00e3o se destina a aconselhamento jur\u00eddico ou m\u00e9dico. Esta publica\u00e7\u00e3o n\u00e3o constitui uma solicita\u00e7\u00e3o comercial. Se voc\u00ea se feriu em um acidente, procure atendimento m\u00e9dico o mais r\u00e1pido poss\u00edvel. A foto utilizada nesta publica\u00e7\u00e3o n\u00e3o foi tirada no local do acidente.<\/i><\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Groton, CT (February 22, 2026) \u2013\u00a0A two-car crash left one woman injured on Saturday, February 21, at the intersection of Long Hill Road and Kings Highway in Groton. The accident happened around 2:50 p.m., according to the Groton Police Department. Emergency units responded to the intersection after reports of a collision involving two vehicles. When […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":25,"featured_media":46714,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[231],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-46713","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-ct-accident-news"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lalawct.com\/pt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/46713","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lalawct.com\/pt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lalawct.com\/pt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lalawct.com\/pt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/25"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lalawct.com\/pt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=46713"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/lalawct.com\/pt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/46713\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":46717,"href":"https:\/\/lalawct.com\/pt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/46713\/revisions\/46717"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lalawct.com\/pt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/46714"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lalawct.com\/pt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=46713"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lalawct.com\/pt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=46713"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lalawct.com\/pt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=46713"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}