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Wrongful Death Attorneys in Connecticut

Wrongful death attorneys represent families when a loved one is killed as a result of government or law enforcement misconduct, negligence, or excessive force. These attorneys help families understand what happened, identify who is responsible, and fight for accountability — making sure that the people who took a life answer for what they did.

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Antonio Ponvert, IIIAttorney

Antonio Ponvert, III

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Koskoff Koskoff & Bieder, PC

📍Bridgeport, CT
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Civil Rights · False Arrest · Police Brutality · Police Misconduct · Wrongful Death

For decades, Antonio Ponvert, III has established himself as a fierce adversary against government overreach, police brutality, and correction-system violence. After joining Koskoff Koskoff & Bieder PC in 1999, Ponvert d... Read More →

State Filing Deadlines & Legal Limits

For general reference only — not legal advice. Deadlines may vary based on facts and should be verified with an attorney.

Civil Rights & Personal Injury3 years

Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-577

Federal § 1983 civil rights claims borrow the state personal injury statute of limitations.

Notice of Claim Against Government180 days

Conn. Gen. Stat. § 7-101a

Notice of intent to commence an action against a municipality or its employees must be filed within 6 months.

Qualified ImmunityFederal Doctrine Applies

Connecticut has not abolished qualified immunity. The 2020 Police Accountability Act (PA 20-1) enacted significant reforms — including decertification and transparency measures — but did not eliminate the QI defense.