Entries by The Dodd Law Firm, LLC

What Happens When an Amazon Driver in Connecticut Hits You?

Car accidents are always challenging, but the situation can become even more confusing when a delivery driver is involved. If you’re in Connecticut and find yourself in an accident with an Amazon driver, you might have a lot of questions. What are your legal rights? Who is responsible for the damages? How can you seek […]

Common Legal Issues When Children Are Involved in Car Accidents

Car accidents are stressful for everyone involved, but the situation becomes even more difficult when children are affected. In Connecticut, dealing with the legal aspects of these cases can be particularly challenging. For parents and guardians, understanding the legal issues that come up when children are involved in car accidents is essential. Let us help […]

Understanding Connecticut’s Modified Comparative Negligence Standard

If you’ve suffered an injury because of someone else’s negligence, you may have heard of the term “modified comparative negligence.” Victims who live in Connecticut should familiarize themselves with this concept, as it may play an important role in their claim. If you are partially at fault for the accident in which you were injured, […]

A Landmark Victory for Injured Workers: The Cochran Decision and the Restoration of Total Disability Benefits in Connecticut

By Attorney James H. McColl, Jr. Christmas Eve 2024 brought a significant and welcome gift to injured workers in Connecticut. The Connecticut Supreme Court, in the case of Cochran v. State of Connecticut, issued a landmark decision that restores critical protections within the workers’ compensation system. This ruling overturns a previous Appellate Court decision that […]

Who is At Fault in a Highway On-Ramp Collision?

On-ramp accidents occur when a slower-moving vehicle comes up against the high-speed flow of highway traffic. The driver entering the highway has to match the speed of the vehicles already there while also finding a safe gap to merge. Distractions or mistakes in judging the speed and distance of other cars can easily lead to […]

Proving Negligence in a Connecticut Personal Injury Case

If you’ve been hurt in an accident in Connecticut, you must be able to prove negligence to get the compensation you deserve. Personal injury cases depend on showing that someone else’s carelessness caused your injury and subsequent losses. This is where your lawyer steps in to help—having the right personal injury attorney by your side […]

Will I Have to Go to Court for My Connecticut Personal Injury Claim?

Working through the fallout of a personal injury can be daunting, especially when the possibility of a court appearance looms. If you’re dealing with a personal injury claim in Connecticut, you’re likely wondering whether you’ll have to face a judge and jury. This concern is not uncommon, and it’s important to understand that many personal […]