Stratford, CT Personal Injury Lawyers

Attorneys for Car and Truck Accidents, Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home Abuse, and More in Stratford, Connecticut

Serious injuries can occur in countless ways. When someone's negligence, recklessness, or intentional misconduct results in accidents or injuries, victims may struggle to deal with physical pain and financial burdens from medical bills, lost income, and other expenses. Injury victims can take steps to hold the negligent parties accountable. However, doing so may involve a variety of complex legal issues, and representation by a skilled attorney can be essential in these cases.

The legal team at Tremont Sheldon P.C. provides representation for people throughout Stratford who have been injured due to the negligence of others. Our lawyers conduct thorough investigations, work with medical professionals and other specialists to establish the full extent of our clients' injuries, and negotiate with insurance companies to ensure that victims can receive fair settlements. We provide compassionate representation focused on helping injury victims obtain the financial resources they need to move forward with their lives.

Motor Vehicle Accidents

The roads and highways that run through Stratford see thousands of vehicles daily, and accidents occur regularly. Car accidents may happen for numerous reasons, including distracted driving, speeding, following too closely, and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. When drivers violate traffic laws or fail to take reasonable care, they may be held liable for injuries they cause to others.

Truck accidents involving 18-wheelers or other commercial vehicles can result in severe injuries. Commercial trucks can weigh tens of thousands of pounds, and the force of impact in collisions can cause catastrophic harm. Federal regulations govern how long truck drivers can operate without rest, how cargo must be secured, and what maintenance standards trucks must meet. Our attorneys can take steps to determine whether violations of these regulations or other forms of negligence led to accidents and injuries.

Pedestrian accidents may occur when vehicles strike people who are walking along the road, crossing streets, or traveling through parking lots. Pedestrians have no protection in collisions, and they may suffer serious bodily harm, including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, broken bones, and internal injuries. We work with pedestrians who have been hit by vehicles to recover compensation for the harm they have suffered.

Motorcycle accidents often result in severe injuries because motorcycles do not have the protective features that cars and trucks provide. Other drivers may fail to see motorcycles, turn in front of them, or change lanes into them. Motorcyclists who are injured due to other drivers' negligence can take steps to recover compensation for their injuries and damages.

Bicycle accidents can happen when cars strike cyclists on roadways or in bike lanes. Connecticut law treats bicycles as vehicles with the same rights and responsibilities as cars and trucks in most circumstances. Drivers must provide enough space when passing cyclists, and they must take care to avoid causing collisions. Cyclists who suffer injuries in crashes with motor vehicles may face significant medical expenses and long recovery periods, particularly if they experience head injuries, fractures, or road rash.

Rideshare accidents involving Uber, Lyft, and similar services may involve complex legal issues related to insurance coverage and liability. When rideshare drivers are logged into apps and transporting passengers, rideshare companies typically provide substantial insurance coverage. However, coverage may differ depending on whether drivers are waiting for ride requests, on their way to pick up passengers, or transporting riders. Our attorneys understand how to navigate these complex insurance situations, and we will help determine all available sources of compensation for people injured in collisions with rideshare drivers.

Delivery truck accidents have become more common as online shopping has increased. Amazon delivery trucks, FedEx vehicles, UPS trucks, and other commercial delivery services operate throughout Stratford, and delivery drivers may cause accidents through negligence. The companies that employ or contract with delivery drivers may be held liable when their drivers cause crashes. Our lawyers can help victims take steps to recover compensation from the liable parties in these cases.

Premises Liability Cases

Property owners are required to provide safe environments for people who enter their premises. When hazardous conditions cause injuries, property owners may be held liable. Our attorneys can provide representation in cases involving premises liability, helping victims recover compensation from negligent property owners.

Slip and fall accidents can occur due to dangerous conditions like wet or slippery floors, uneven walking surfaces, poor lighting, torn carpeting, or debris in walkways. Our lawyers can help victims demonstrate that a property owner knew or should have known about a hazardous condition and did not take reasonable steps to address it.

Dog bite injuries can be severe, particularly when large or aggressive dogs attack people without warning. In Connecticut, dog owners may be held liable when their dogs bite or attack people, regardless of whether the dog had any prior history of aggression. Dog attack injuries may include not only physical wounds requiring medical treatment, but also psychological trauma, particularly for children who are attacked. Our attorneys work with victims to obtain compensation for the harm they have suffered in dog attacks.

Inadequate security measures on certain properties may allow criminal attacks to occur. Businesses such as apartment complexes, parking garages, hotels, bars, and retail stores are required to provide reasonable security to address foreseeable criminal activity. When property owners are aware of prior crimes in the area or on their premises and fail to implement appropriate security measures such as adequate lighting, security cameras, or security personnel, they may be held liable when people are assaulted, robbed, or otherwise harmed.

Medical Malpractice Claims

When doctors, nurses, hospitals, or other medical professionals fail to follow the correct medical practices and cause harm to patients, they may be held liable through medical malpractice claims. Medical negligence can take many forms, including surgical errors such as operating on the wrong body parts or leaving surgical instruments inside patients, medication errors including prescribing incorrect drugs or dosages, failure to diagnose serious conditions such as cancer or heart attacks, birth injuries resulting from negligent delivery procedures, and emergency room mistakes.

The damages available in medical malpractice cases can be substantial, especially when negligence results in severe harm such as permanent disability, brain damage, or wrongful death. Victims of medical negligence can take steps to recover compensation for additional medical expenses, lost income and earning capacity, pain and suffering, and other harm they have suffered due to substandard care.

Nursing Home Neglect and Abuse

Elderly residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities depend on staff members to provide care, medical attention, and safe living conditions. When facilities fail to meet their obligations to protect the safety of residents, serious harm may occur due to nursing home neglect or abuse.

Neglect in nursing homes may lead to issues such as malnutrition and dehydration, failure to provide assistance with hygiene, insufficient supervision resulting in falls and injuries, medication errors, or bedsores caused by the failure to turn immobile residents regularly. Abuse of nursing home residents may include physical abuse, emotional abuse through verbal attacks or isolation, financial exploitation by staff members, or sexual abuse of vulnerable elderly people who may be unable to defend themselves.

Warning signs that may indicate nursing home neglect or abuse include unexplained injuries, changes in behavior, significant weight loss, and reluctance to speak openly around staff members. Our lawyers work with families to investigate nursing home abuse or neglect and make sure a facility is held responsible for injuries caused by negligence.

Contact Our Stratford Personal Injury Attorneys

When you have been injured due to another party's negligence, you deserve legal representation from an attorney who will fight for your rights and help you obtain the compensation you need. The team at Tremont Sheldon P.C. can help you navigate the legal process, working to ensure that you will have the resources you need to recover from your injuries. Contact our Stratford, CT serious injury lawyers by calling 203-335-5145 and arranging a free consultation. Let us put our knowledge and experience to work for you to help ensure that you can obtain the compensation you deserve.