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Legal Options for Victims of Road Rage Accidents in ConnecticutNovember 19, 2025 - 6:07 amAn unexpected and aggressive lane change on the Merritt Parkway. A driver is tailgating relentlessly on I-95. The angry blare of a horn accompanied by furious gestures. These moments of aggressive driving are unsettling for anyone on the road. But when that aggression escalates, causing a deliberate or reckless collision, the aftermath is far more […]
How to Handle Insurance Adjusters After a Connecticut Car Accident
/by The Dodd Law Firm, LLCDealing with insurance adjusters after a car accident adds insult to injury. Insurance adjusters work for insurance companies to evaluate claims and decide on compensation. Knowing how to interact with insurance adjusters is a crucial part of making sure your claim is taken seriously and that you have a chance at getting the compensation you […]
Common Legal Issues When Children Are Involved in Car Accidents
/by The Dodd Law Firm, LLCCar 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 […]
What to Expect During a Deposition for Your Connecticut Auto Accident Case
/by The Dodd Law Firm, LLCIf you’re involved in an auto accident in Connecticut, depositions might be part of the legal process you’ll go through as you seek compensation. A deposition is a formal meeting where involved parties are required to answer questions under oath about the accident. The purpose is to gather information that could be used in court. […]
Understanding Connecticut’s Modified Comparative Negligence Standard
/by The Dodd Law Firm, LLCIf 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 The Dodd Law Firm, LLCBy 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 […]