North Haven, Connecticut Personal Injury Attorneys

Williams, Walsh & O’Connor, LLC

37 Broadway, 1st Floor North Haven, Connecticut 06473-2304 USA

 (203) 285-3593 or (866) 530-7228
 (203) 234-6330

www.williamswalshandoconnor.com
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At Williams, Walsh & O'Connor, LLC, our attorneys bring over 50 years of combined legal experience to our North Haven, Connecticut, personal injury law firm. Our nearly exclusive focus on personal injury law has afforded us the opportunity to handle a variety of matters involving death and injury due to the negligence of another. In addition, we handle DWI defense and insurance defense. We understand both sides of a liability claim and use that knowledge to our clients' advantage.

Lawyers at our Connecticut personal injury law firm are AV-rated* and licensed to practice in state and federal courts, as well as the U.S. Supreme Court. Our experience with both plaintiffs' and defendants' personal injury claims gives our legal team a unique perspective when representing clients. We have assisted in garnering numerous multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements and are ready to take fast action to resolve your claim.

After a car accident, truck accident, slip-and-fall incident, professional malpractice accident, workers' compensation injury, wrongful death of a loved one or other personal injury situation, it is important that you understand your rights. You owe it to yourself to consult with a law firm with the experience, knowledge and skill to pursue compensation for your injury-related expenses and loss.

At Williams, Walsh & O'Connor, we focus almost exclusively on personal injury representation. Taking pride in a high level of client service, we deliver attentive, responsive and results-oriented legal services. In addition to handling the legal aspects of your case, we will do whatever we can to help you adjust to your new situation. Our goal is to help you and your family make a fresh start after a major injury.

Practice Areas

Additional Practice Areas: Engineer or Architect Malpractice, Defective Medical Devices, Maritime Worker Accidents, Longshoreman's Act, Drowning Accidents, Rear End Collisions, Fires and Electrocution, Carbon Monoxide (CO) Poisoning, Diving Accidents, Coverage Disputes, Staged Accidents, Misrepresentation by Policyholders, Uninsured Motorist Claim

Practice Areas Description

Our law firm has experience handling a variety of cases on behalf of injured plaintiffs, including:

- Medical Malpractice / Professional Malpractice

All professionals are expected and required by law to provide a certain standard of care when performing duties related to their professional vocation. Compensation may be recovered to reimburse clients suffering serious consequences as a result of negligent professional care. Our New Haven, Connecticut, area medical malpractice law firm has the knowledge and experience to assist in your success. Our aggressive group of attorneys is ready to pursue your malpractice claim and help you recover the compensation necessary to cover medical bills and lost wages. We have represented clients injured and killed as the result of negligent care on the part of professionals.

- Engineer / Architect Malpractice

Were you injured or have you lost a loved one because of poor engineering or architectural design resulting in the collapse of a structure or did you suffer serious financial loss as a result of an engineering defect or poor architectural design? Contact an attorney with experience handling claims and lawsuits involving engineering or architectural defects. The law offices of Williams, Walsh & O'Connor, LLC, in New Haven, Connecticut, are a valuable source of information and support for victims of professional negligence, including engineering malpractice, architectural malpractice and medical malpractice.

- Products Liability / Defective Products

When purchasing a product, one should not suffer injury or damage from reasonable use of the product. The law provides protection to product purchasers in that they can expect not to suffer injury or property damage when using the product in a reasonable fashion for its intended purpose. If you have been injured by a defective product, contact a products liability attorney at our Connecticut law firm to receive a free initial consultation and detailed assessment of your case. We handle all matters on contingency, meaning clients are never assessed a legal fee unless or until recovery of compensation occurs.

- Defective Medical Devices

Our New Haven, Connecticut, area products liability law firm pledges to devote the benefit of our knowledge and experience to your case. Our aggressive group of attorneys is ready to pursue your claim or lawsuit and help you recover the compensation necessary to cover medical bills and lost wages after you have been harmed by a dangerous or defective medical device. We have represented clients injured and killed as the result of negligence on the part of manufacturers of medical devices.

- Wrongful Death

The unexpected death of a loved one can be a traumatic and frightening experience. When that death was caused by someone else's careless, negligent, or intentional actions, the lawyers at Williams, Walsh, and O'Connor, LLC, in North Haven, Connecticut, have experience and compassion to help you recover compensation for your loss.

- Marine Boating Accidents

Boat and watercraft accidents occur with almost as much frequency as car and motorcycle crashes or trucking accidents. Whether someone is injured or killed in a recreational boating accident on waterways such as the Connecticut River, Thames River or while working aboard vessels in Long Island Sound, it is essential that you speak with an attorney who understands the complex nature of this specialized area of the law.

- Motorcycle Accidents

No one knows better than a victim of a serious accident that "life is not fair." And few accident victims know better than motorcycle accident victims that the personal injury justice system often seems unfair. From automobile drivers to insurance claims adjusters to judges and juries, those who hear arguments for compensation for the motorcycle accident victim all too often carry prejudices and biases. Our firm has represented numerous clients injured in motor vehicle accidents. Each attorney at our firm brings years of knowledge and experience to every case. Our attorneys are prepared to zealously pursue your claim. We are known for personalized service and attention to detail. We have a track record that speaks to our ability ready to handle your personal injury or wrongful death claim.

- Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents

Bicycle and pedestrian accidents are a growing concern in Connecticut. The lawyers at Williams, Walsh, and O'Connor, LLC, in North Haven, Connecticut, are committed to helping pedestrians and cyclists that suffer serious injuries in traffic accidents obtain optimal compensation for their injuries.

- Car Accidents

Car accidents are one of the leading causes of serious personal injuries in the state of Connecticut. The lawyers at Williams, Walsh, and O'Connor, LLC, in North Haven, Connecticut, have significant experience helping people injured in auto accidents optimize their financial recovery.

- Truck Accidents

Accidents involving semi-trucks often result in catastrophic injuries and wrongful death. The lawyers at Williams, Walsh, and O'Connor, LLC, in North Haven, Connecticut, have extensive experience helping individuals and families recover optimal compensation in motor vehicle accident cases involving eighteen wheelers and commercial vehicles.

- Rear End Collision Accidents

If you have been injured in a rear end collision in Connecticut, it may be helpful to know that such accidents are nearly always considered the fault of the car or truck behind. It is the duty of motorists to maintain sufficient distance behind vehicles in front of them so that they can stop if they need to. The fact that you had slowed down or stopped before you were rear-ended does not detract from the obligation of the car behind you to keep a safe following distance. Regardless of your impression as to who was at fault in the rear end accident, you are well-advised to consult with an experienced lawyer as soon as possible to ensure that your rights are protected and that the case is resolved to your benefit to the greatest extent possible.

- Railroad Accidents & FELA

Trains pass through Connecticut every day, crossing many roadways carrying traffic and pedestrians. The push to eliminate existing at-grade crossings will take years to complete and train accidents continue to occur. At the law firm of Williams, Walsh, & O'Connor, LLC, we represent individuals who are injured and the families of those who are killed in these often catastrophic accidents. While legal matters for injured drivers and train passengers are similar to those in other personal injury cases, there are unique liability issues to be addressed for railroad employees during an investigation or claim following a train accident. Workers injured or killed in train crashes or other work-related accidents are not covered by regular personal injury laws. Their claims are addressed under the Federal Employers Liability Act, or FELA. Our skilled train accident lawyers are prepared to assist clients with the complex and often frustrating FELA claim processes involving detailed paperwork, filing deadlines and other difficult procedures required to pursue claims against a potentially negligent railroad.

- Premises Liability

Hotels, apartment complexes, bars, and other establishments are required to provide a safe environment for their clients. This is the foundation of premises liability laws. The lawyers at Williams, Walsh, and O'Connor, LLC, in North Haven, Connecticut, are committed to representing people whose injuries occurred because a business failed to provide adequate security.

- Industrial Accidents / Construction Accidents

Located in North Haven, Connecticut, a construction accident attorney at Williams, Walsh, & O'Connor, LLC, is ready to represent your rights and interests. Industrial and construction accidents often produce serious injuries, expensive medical bills, and lost wages. Our personal injury law firm is comprised of a small group of experienced attorneys, ensuring your case will receive the personal and detailed attention it deserves. We have represented clients in many personal injury and wrongful death matters throughout our 50 years of combined practice experience. These situations frequently involve questions of premises liability such as slip and falls, industrial scaffolding accidents, construction accidents, punch press injuries, and other injuries from a wide variety of industrial machinery.

- Workers' Compensation

Workers' compensation (originally known as "workman's comp") is a government-directed insurance program that is intended to protect both employers and employees in the event of a worker's injury on the job. You may be entitled to workers' compensation benefits if you suffered an occupational disease, such as heart disease or hypertension, or repetitive trauma in the course of your employment at a workplace. In addition to your workers' compensation benefits, you may be entitled to compensation from other sources if your workplace accident is found to have been caused by negligence of a third party. Third-party liability may exist when equipment malfunctioned or a subcontractor's actions led to your construction site accident. Our workers' compensation law firm has represented numerous clients injured in motor vehicle accidents that were within the course of employment (such as injuries suffered in a company vehicle). Our attorneys bring years of knowledge and experience to the task of zealously pursuing workers' compensation claims as well as personal injury third-party liability claims on behalf of our clients who suffered workplace injuries.

- Assault & Sexual Assault

Homeowners and business property owners and managers have a duty to safeguard the well-being of anyone visiting or doing business. When they fail to protect people from any type of assault, Williams, Walsh, and O'Connor, LLC is prepared to help victims hold them accountable. From our offices in North Haven, Connecticut, we represent victims of assault, sexual assault and other acts of physical violence.

- Slip and Fall

If you or a family member has suffered a head injury, a back injury pr other type of serious injury in a slip and fall accident, you already know that this is no minor incident. A fall on snow or ice, a fall down stairs, a fall on a slippery surface, or a fall from a balcony or bunk bed can leave a victim incapacitated for a long time. Recovery after a traumatic brain injury or broken hip or tailbone injury can be much longer, more painful and more difficult than expected. Our Connecticut personal injury law firm is prepared to fight for you after a slip and fall injury or a fall from a height has resulted in major losses and injuries. We know what it takes to defend your right to be compensated for your medical bills, lost wages and pain and suffering after a slip and fall accident in a public or private location.

- Fires, Burns and Electrocution

An explosion or fire in a home, in an industrial setting, in public or anywhere else often causes much more than economic loss. People who breathe in smoke or come in contact with flames or burning chemicals may suffer lung damage and/or third-, second- or first-degree burns. In industrial settings in particular, light burns and radiation burns also occur with similarly devastating effects on victims. If you or a loved one has been burned or suffered injuries because of a fire, an explosion or a chemical spill, you are encouraged to talk to a lawyer as soon as possible. Your attorney's diligent advocacy on your behalf may prove to be as essential to your recovery as your doctor's treatment and care. Our fire burn injury attorneys welcome the opportunity to help you communicate with your physicians and gather information from them that may assist your legal case against any negligent parties.

- Carbon Monoxide (CO) Poisoning

If you were injured or a family member died as a result of carbon monoxide poisoning at home, at work or anywhere else, please discuss your options with a lawyer promptly. Williams, Walsh & O'Connor, LLC, has represented victims of carbon monoxide poisoning and their families. Our personal injury attorneys are available to help survivors and families communicate with and gather pertinent information from physicians and inspectors.

- Dog Bites & Animal Attacks

The Centers for Disease Control reports that each year 4.7 million Americans are bitten by dogs. Of these, 800,000 seek medical attention, according to the CDC, and an average of 16 fatalities result. A study examining documentation of dog attack fatalities over 20 years' time identified the following breeds of dogs as most likely to be involved: Pit bulls, Rottweilers, German Shepherds, Husky-type dogs, Malamutes & Doberman Pinschers. However, nearly any breed of dog is capable of biting or attacking humans, including those known for their gentle demeanor, such as collies and cocker spaniels. After an animal attack, there are typically medical expenses from emergency room and follow-up care. Plastic surgery may be necessary immediately or at a future time to be determined by medical professionals. If you were injured or a loved one died as a result of a dog bite or animal-related injury, you are strongly encouraged to talk over with an attorney about your options for recovering compensation from responsible dog owners and/or property owners.

- Catastrophic Injuries

Catastrophic injuries have significant, life long consequences for the injured individual and their family. The lawyers at Williams, Walsh, and O'Connor, LLC, in North Haven, Connecticut, have had extensive experience handling complex personal injury litigation involving catastrophic and serious personal injuries.

- Spinal Cord Injury

A spinal cord injury is one of life's cruelest twists of fate. The initial shock of helplessness after a catastrophic car or construction accident leads to a lifetime of rehabilitation and adaptation on the part of many spinal cord injury victims and their families. If you or a loved one has suffered a spinal cord injury, you are urged to discuss your situation with an experienced personal injury attorney at your earliest opportunity.

- Traumatic Brain Injury

After a traumatic head injury, observers may think the victim has recovered once he or she has awoken from a coma, or once bruising and swelling are no longer visible. In many cases, the victim and his or her family know better. Even if the victim is lucky enough to have body functions remain normal, there are often other consequences of a brain injury. The victim of a traumatic brain injury (TBI) needs more than emergency room treatment and post-trauma care. He or she may need extended therapy with a neuropsychologist or similar type of professional. The injured person may be unable to work and may require personal assistance. Schedule a consultation with an experienced traumatic brain injury lawyer.

- Liquor Liability DWI / Drunk Driving Accidents DUI

In accordance with liquor liability laws, establishments serving alcohol have a duty to stop serving customers who are clearly intoxicated. If that customer injures or kills a third party (or is injured or killed themselves) as a result of the establishment's negligent alcohol service, the establishment may be held liable in a court of law. Our liquor liability attorneys bring over 50 years of combined experience to our firm's practice of law. We frequently represent clients who have been injured by drunk drivers and the families of those killed as a result of negligent alcohol service. Our aggressive legal team is ready to put forth the effort necessary in the successful pursuit of your claim. We are ready to handle your personal injury and wrongful death matters.

- DWI / DUI Defense

Williams, Walsh & O'Connor, LLC, in North Haven, Connecticut, is perhaps best known for our personal injury and wrongful death law practice. We also exercise our well-honed advocacy skills in defending people who have been charged with DWI/DUI (drunk driving). We zealously defend the legal rights of defendants in DWI/DUI cases.

- Civil Rights Litigation

Your civil rights as a citizen or resident of the United States have been crafted by our leaders over many generations. Our laws agree that you are entitled to the following civil rights: Freedom from unlawful search and seizure; Freedom from police brutality or; Freedom from discrimination based on age, race, national origin or religious persuasion; Freedom from illegal discrimination or harassment based on gender, pregnancy or marital status. If you have been injured or suffered serious losses such as loss of your job as a result of civil rights violations by police, your employer or government authorities, you are encouraged to discuss your situation with a lawyer.

- Insurance Defense

At the law offices of Williams, Walsh, & O'Connor, LLC, our insurance defense attorneys offer experienced counsel and litigation support to insurance companies throughout Connecticut. With over 60 years of legal representation to defendants and their insurance companies, our experienced insurance defense law firm knows the insurance-related issues, tactics and strategies used in injury or wrongful death cases. Our attorneys are committed to providing our clients with a results-driven approach defined by professional service and effective communication.

Attorneys

	Mr. Michael F. O'Connor Attorney Personal Injury, Premises Liability, Product Liability		Mr. Kevin P. Walsh Attorney Insurance, Litigation, Personal Injury
	Mr. James G. Williams Attorney FELA Railroad Injuries, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Professional Liability

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