Introduction

A $4.1 million traumatic brain injury verdict stands among the results Andrew J. Pianka has secured for clients over 28 years of trial practice in Connecticut and New York. Based in Oxford, Connecticut, the Law Office of Andrew J. Pianka LLC concentrates on personal injury, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and criminal defense cases. Pianka graduated cum laude from Quinnipiac University School of Law and was admitted to the Connecticut bar in 1996, followed by the New York bar in 1997. His career has been built entirely in the courtroom, and that trial-first orientation distinguishes how the firm approaches each case from the moment it opens a file.

Oxford sits in New Haven County, but the firm’s dual-state bar admission means clients across southwestern Connecticut and the greater New York metropolitan region can call on Pianka’s experience. The phone number for the office is 203-463-4414.

Practice Areas

Personal Injury

Motor vehicle accidents, slip-and-fall incidents, and other events caused by third-party negligence form a substantial part of the firm’s caseload. The firm pursues full compensation for medical costs, lost income, and the longer-term effects of serious injury. Fees for personal injury matters are handled on a contingency basis, meaning clients owe no attorney fees unless money is recovered on their behalf.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice cases require attorneys who understand both the legal standards for professional negligence and the medical facts underlying a claim. A $2.5 million malpractice settlement in the firm’s record demonstrates that Pianka brings both to these cases. These matters are also taken on contingency.

Wrongful Death

When negligence or misconduct results in a fatality, surviving family members may have legal claims for the financial and emotional losses they suffer. The firm has handled wrongful death matters and achieved a $1 million recovery for a client in such a case. Pianka works directly with families to evaluate their claims and pursue full accountability.

Criminal Defense

The firm also handles criminal defense matters for individuals facing charges in Connecticut. Clients accused of crimes at the state level can consult the firm about their rights, the charges against them, and the options available in their specific situation.

Attorney Profiles

Andrew J. Pianka

Andrew Pianka earned his law degree cum laude from Quinnipiac University School of Law, a distinction reflecting both academic performance and the discipline that trial work demands. He was admitted to practice in Connecticut in 1996 and in New York in 1997. Over the course of 28 years, he has built his practice around courtroom advocacy rather than volume settlement work.

His track record in verdicts and settlements reflects that approach. The firm reports the following results: a $4.1 million traumatic brain injury verdict; a $2.5 million medical malpractice settlement; a $1.475 million traumatic brain injury settlement; and a $1 million wrongful death recovery. These figures represent specific cases and are not guarantees of future outcomes, as every case turns on its own facts.

Location and Service Area

The Law Office of Andrew J. Pianka LLC is located in Oxford, Connecticut. Oxford is situated in New Haven County and lies within reasonable reach of clients throughout the greater New Haven and Waterbury regions, as well as parts of Fairfield County. Because Pianka holds bar admission in both Connecticut and New York, the firm can represent clients on matters arising under the law of either state.

Phone: 203-463-4414
Website: ajpianka-law.com/

Client Focus

The firm’s contingency fee arrangement for personal injury and medical malpractice cases removes the financial barrier that often prevents seriously injured people from obtaining experienced legal representation. Clients who have suffered traumatic brain injuries, lost a family member to negligence, been harmed by a healthcare provider, or who face criminal charges can reach the office directly to discuss whether Pianka’s background fits their situation.

Because the firm is built around one attorney with deep trial experience rather than a large roster of associates, clients deal directly with Pianka rather than being handed off to staff. That structure suits clients who want a clear line of communication with the lawyer handling their matter.

FAQ

Does the firm charge fees upfront for personal injury or malpractice cases?
No. Personal injury and medical malpractice cases are handled on a contingency fee basis. The firm only collects a fee if it recovers money for you. There are no upfront legal fees for these case types.

Is Andrew Pianka licensed to practice in New York as well as Connecticut?
Yes. Pianka was admitted to the Connecticut bar in 1996 and the New York bar in 1997. This dual admission allows the firm to handle matters arising under the law of either state.

What kinds of personal injury cases does the firm handle?
The firm handles a range of personal injury matters, including those involving traumatic brain injuries, accidents caused by third-party negligence, and situations where victims have suffered lasting harm requiring significant medical care and lost income.

What should I bring when I first contact the firm about a potential case?
Bring whatever documentation you have: medical records, accident reports, insurance correspondence, photographs, and any information about the parties involved. The more factual detail available at the outset, the more precisely Pianka can assess the strength of your claim.

Can the firm handle criminal defense cases?
Yes. In addition to civil injury work, the firm represents individuals facing criminal charges in Connecticut.

Closing

Twenty-eight years of trial practice produces a specific kind of attorney: one who has been through enough courtrooms to know what juries respond to, what opposing counsel will argue, and where a case’s real leverage lies. For residents of Oxford, New Haven County, and the surrounding Connecticut and New York region who are weighing whether to pursue a personal injury, malpractice, wrongful death, or criminal defense matter, the Law Office of Andrew J. Pianka LLC offers direct access to that experience. Reach the firm at 203-463-4414 or visit ajpianka-law.com/ to learn more.