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Legal Considerations for Connecticut Motorcyclists Involved in Accidents with TrucksSeptember 23, 2025 - 3:38 pmRiding a motorcycle on Connecticut’s scenic roads and busy highways offers a unique sense of freedom and exhilaration. However, that freedom comes with significant risks, particularly when sharing the road with large commercial trucks. The size, weight, and blind spots of a semi-truck or big rig can make a collision with a motorcycle a catastrophic […]
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 […]
Who is At Fault in a Highway On-Ramp Collision?
/by The Dodd Law Firm, LLCOn-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 […]
Future Medical Expenses: How They Are Calculated in Accident Injury Settlements
/by The Dodd Law Firm, LLCWhen you’re involved in an accident, it’s easy to focus on the immediate medical bills. However, it’s just as important to think about future medical expenses that might come up due to your injuries. These future costs are essential for determining a fair settlement. They include ongoing treatments, possible surgeries, physical therapy, and other healthcare […]
Tips for Dealing with Insurance Companies After a Car Crash in CT
/by The Dodd Law Firm, LLCFew things are more stressful than working through the aftermath of a car accident. It feels like you have a million phone calls to make and a long to-do list—and all of them are high-priority items. Knowing how to work with your insurance company and the other party’s provider can help you avoid key mistakes […]