Stephen Patterson

Stephen Patterson works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. If your case is successful, the attorney's fee is a percentage of your settlement or award — typically 15–25% in Connecticut. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.

Stephen Patterson handles all types of workers' compensation cases in Connecticut, including Construction Injuries, Scaffold Accidents, Workers Compensation, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.

In Connecticut, you generally must report your injury to your employer within 30 days and file a formal claim within 1–2 years of the injury date. These deadlines are strict — missing them can cost you your benefits. Contact Stephen immediately after any workplace injury.

Yes — claim denials are one of Stephen Patterson's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 27 years of experience in Connecticut workers' comp law, Stephen knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.

Stephen Patterson primarily serves clients in Shelton and the surrounding Connecticut area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in Connecticut and were injured at work, contact Stephen's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.