- DUI/DWIFrom alcohol to illicit drugs, a variety of substances can compromise judgment and reaction time. Contact an accident lawyer, CT if you have been a victim of a drunk driving accident. The criminal piece of it might be taken care of, however, there could still be a civil lawsuit. Read More
- Wrongful DeathFinancial and emotional challenges are common after losing a loved one. The wrongful death attorneys at McCoy & McCoy understand that you want justice, and we will work to ensure you receive fair and just compensation for the harm you suffered through the loss of your loved one. No one should have to lose someone at the hands of a negligent act, or other avoidable reasons.
- Traffic ViolationsWhen a driver is speeding, it lowers their ability to stop on command, which could cause a bike accident if a biker is turning into a lane or passing through an intersection.
- Hit and RunIf you are operating a motorcycle, or any vehicle for that matter, you should buy “uninsured motorist coverage.” This policy will cover your injuries and damages should the other motorist be uninsured or underinsured or if you were the victim of a hit and run accident. While Connecticut law does not require this coverage, it is imperative that you make sure that you will be protected in the event of such an accident. Surprisingly, an astounding number of drivers in the state do not have a valid driver’s license-thus meaning that they do not have car insurance-so it is, unfortunately, up to you to ensure that you can afford the costs associated with a serious injury if you are hit by an uninsured driver.
- Workers CompensationIf you or your loved one has sustained injuries while at work, you may be required to file a workers’ compensation claim. However, workers’ compensation may not cover all of the expenses related to an injury, and it does not address the issue of mental anguish or emotional distress, or accidents caused by negligence.
- Premises LiabilityPremises liability states that a property owner is responsible for any damages or unsafe conditions that have caused an injury to a guest. If you have been invited onto someone else’s property, you should not have to worry that you will be subjected to a potentially dangerous environment. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. It is important to be aware of some of the most common ways in which a property owner can violate his or her duty to keep visitors safe.
- Property DamageYou and the motorist involved in the accident are legally obligated to stay at the accident scene if there have been injuries or property damage. A police report will be written up.
- Personal InjuryThe wrongfully injured victims who come to our firm and ask us for our help are the reason we do what we do. Our Hartford Connecticut personal injury law firm is devoted solely to the practice of personal injury law. We understand how devastating of an experience it can be to suffer a life-altering injury at the hands of a careless medical professional, negligent inaction of a property owner, or a distracted driver, and we stop at nothing to recover the compensation that our clients deserve. Whether clients ask us to take on the other party’s insurance company and negotiate a fair settlement or to represent a case in court, we stand by our clients every step of the way. Keeping our clients informed throughout the entire process and explaining what to expect allows them to be as involved as they like in their case.
- Medical MalpracticeCertain types of blunt trauma and brain damage may cause a person to lose function or control of their limbs. Paraplegia (paralysis from the waist down) and quadriplegia (paralysis from the chest or neck down) are particularly tragic injuries because they change the way you approach the world and how they interact with other people dramatically.Motor vehicle accidents are common causes of paralysis, especially motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, bicycle accidents and pedestrian accidents. Additionally, we handle personal injury cases for people who have been paralyzed because of slip-and-fall accidents, birth injuries and medical malpractice, brain damage due to drowning or oxygen deprivation, construction accidents, and other work injuries.
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- Dog BitesAccording to the Connecticut General Assembly, after a dog bites a person, the dog must be put into a 14-day quarantine. The dog bite victim has the right to sue the owner for any injuries that occurred.
- Slip and Fall InjuryElectrical cords, improperly constructed staircases, missing handrails, slick spots, poorly lit areas and clutter or debris are some of the serious hazards that can cause a slip and fall injury.