Taunton Pedestrian Accident Attorney
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If you were injured in a pedestrian accident, acting quickly is essential. A Taunton pedestrian accident lawyer at DOLAN CONNLY, P.C. will guide you through the legal process and aggressively pursue compensation through negotiation or trial.
Why People Choose DOLAN CONNLY, P.C.
Our pedestrian accident attorneys in Taunton bring direct, hands-on legal leadership to every case. With decades of real-world legal experience, our approach emphasizes meticulous preparation, strategic thinking, and courtroom readiness to ensure your claim is handled at the highest professional level.
We Are a Veteran-Led Legal Team
Our practice is led by a former U.S. Marine Corps Judge Advocate, providing disciplined, methodical, and mission-focused legal representation.
Trial-Ready Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
Every claim is developed with potential litigation in mind, ensuring your case is organized, documented, and ready to be presented effectively in court if necessary.
Personalized Attention Every Step of the Way
Clients work directly with experienced attorneys rather than paralegals or assistants, ensuring consistent guidance, accountability, and immediate access to legal expertise.
Your success drives everything we do. We fight tirelessly to protect your rights while providing careful guidance and personal attention at every step. With a Taunton pedestrian accident attorney at your side, you can focus on healing while we manage the legal work and fight to secure the compensation you truly deserve.
Millions Secured in Pedestrian Accident Cases
$1,006,330.03
Greg Connly of DOLAN CONNLY represented a client who was a former MBTA trolley operator and a member of the affiliated Union. She alleged in her lawsuit filed in Suffolk Superior Court that the Union had not advocated for her by failing to take her case to arbitration after she was wrongfully terminated by the MBTA. The client was a native of Haiti and alleged that this failure by the Union to advocate on her behalf, was based on her race and national origin. The client had been the subject of egregious discrimination from some members of the Union.
The trial began on October 29, 2018 in Suffolk Superior Court. The jury found in favor of the client and awarded her $490,500.00 in emotional distress damages. Prejudgment interest of $179,771.19 and statutory costs were added to the verdict bringing the total amount of the judgment to $670,556.19. The Judge then allowed an additional award of attorney’s fees in the amount of $150,000.00 plus $8,733.40 in costs. The total amount of the judgment and fees owed to the client after the Superior Court trial was $829,289.59. The Union then appealed the verdict to the Massachusetts Court of Appeals. Greg Connly represented the client during the entire appeal process. On August 4, 2020, a decision came down from the Massachusetts Appeals Court. The Appeals Court upheld the Superior Court judgment. Further, the Appeals Court awarded attorney’s fees in the Appeals Court case in the amount of $27,355.00. Post-judgment interest that accrued during the appeal was also added.
On November 24, 2020, the Union paid to the client the amount of $1,006,330.03.
This case that was handled by Attorney Greg Connly of DOLAN CONNLY went from one on the verge of dismissal, to one in which there was a recovery in excess of a million dollars. No settlement offer had ever been made by the Union prior to the Superior Court trial.
$4,426,180.35
Greg Connly of DOLAN CONNLY tried a case in September of 2018 in the Worcester Superior Court. The case alleged chiropractic malpractice. The plaintiff/client was an 81-year-old gentleman who had a manipulation to adjust his pelvis done by the defendant/chiropractor. The negligent performance of this manipulation resulted in the breaking of his prosthetic knee. The client reported that he heard an audible popping sound and felt immediate pain at the time of the adjustment. The prosthetic knee had to be surgically repaired fourteen days later. The chiropractor testified that he had no memory of the treatment and he testified that he did not perform the adjustment described by the client. Greg Connly and Barbara Connly of DOLAN CONNLY worked on the case for over seven years. During the trial, Greg Connly put together the facts and expert testimony supporting the client’s position into a coherent credible case for the jury.
On September 14, 2018, the Worcester Superior Court jury came back with a verdict in favor of the plaintiff/client. DOLAN CONNLY’S client was awarded $750,000.00 in past and future medical expenses and $3,000,000.00 in pain and suffering. Including interest, the total judgment was $4,426,180.35. No offer had ever been made by the defense to settle the case. The verdict was appealed by the defense attorney. The case resolved during the appeal process with the 88-year-old client receiving a significant financial settlement, above and beyond any other comparable Massachusetts settlement or verdict for such injuries. Click here to see the actual court docket.
$3,680,187.78
Greg Connly of DOLAN CONNLY tried a case in the Brockton Superior Court in November of 2011. The plaintiff/client was a forty-two-year-old chef working for a third-party food service company at the defendant’s corporate cafeteria. The plaintiff sustained an electric shock when a dishwasher, provided for his use by the defendant, malfunctioned when he pressed the off button on the control panel. The machine was leaking water that came in contact with a live electrical circuit behind the control panel. Greg Connly was able to prove at trial that the defendant corporation was responsible for maintenance of the dishwasher and that it was in a hazardous and unsafe condition. It was discovered that the dishwasher had various mechanical problems after its initial installation and employees of the defendant failed to properly maintain it. The plaintiff suffered a traumatic brain injury, major depression, panic disorder, cognitive impairment and post-traumatic stress disorder. Following the electric shock, the plaintiff who had received excellent work reviews over the years, struggled at his job due to the effects of the traumatic brain injury. He never regained his previous high-level functioning in his occupation and was forced to stop working altogether.
On November 29, 2011, the Brockton Superior Court jury came back with a verdict in favor of the plaintiff/client. DOLAN CONNLY’S client was awarded $2,500,000.00 in past and future medical expenses, pain and suffering, and lost earning capacity. Including interest in the amount of $1,180,187.78, the final award was $3,680,187.78. The last offer by the defendant corporation to settle the case before trial was $50,000.00. The verdict was appealed by the defense, but the judgement was paid in full after the trial transcripts were reviewed by appellate counsel. Click here to see the actual court docket.
$475,000.00
A client from Reading was injured when his vehicle was struck by another vehicle traveling in the wrong direction on a one-way street. Our client suffered a worsening of a pre-existing cervical disc protrusion that required surgical repair, as well as injuries to his lower back. He received an insurance claim settlement of $475,000.00. This amount represented the total motor vehicle insurance policy limit for the at-fault driver in the amount of $250,000.00, plus $225,000.00 from an umbrella insurance policy.
$750,000.00
A client from Windham, NH sustained a dog bite in the course of his employment as an electrician. The client was working on an electrical project outside a home when he was asked by the homeowner to enter the home to look at another project. The homeowner did not restrain his Weimaraner dog while our client was in the home, despite knowing the dog was not comfortable with unfamiliar people being present in the residence. When our client was in the process of walking from one room to another, the dog unexpectedly bit him in the back of his leg. The client tried to get the dog to unlock its grip on his leg and in the process, he twisted his back. In addition to the dog bite, the client sustained significant injuries to his low back, hip and groin, including radiating pain into his legs and feet. The client underwent treatment including fusion surgery to his back and hip surgery to repair a labral tear. We represented the client in litigation filed against the homeowner. This litigation was settled during mediation for $750,000.00.
What Compensation Can I Recover After a Pedestrian Accident?
Massachusetts law allows pedestrian accident victims to recover economic damages for financial losses and non-economic damages for pain, suffering, and long-term impacts on daily life. To maximize compensation, all medical care and supporting records must be documented, as missing or incomplete evidence can reduce the value of a claim.
Economic damages recoverable in a Massachusetts pedestrian accident claim include:
- Medical Expenses: Emergency care, hospital stays, surgeries, rehabilitation, and ongoing treatment.
- Lost Wages and Reduced Earning Capacity: Compensation for missed work and long-term impacts on your earning ability.
- Property Damage: Repair or replacement of personal items or assistive devices damaged in the accident.
- Out-of-Pocket Costs: Transportation, home care, or equipment needed for recovery.
Non-economic damages include:
- Pain and Suffering: Physical discomfort, mobility limitations, and lingering pain.
- Emotional and Psychological Impacts: Anxiety, depression, or trauma documented by qualified professionals.
- Permanent Injuries, Scarring, or Disfigurement: Long-term impairments, including functional limitations, amputations, scarring, or changes to appearance, that affect daily life or quality of life.
- Loss of Enjoyment of Life: Inability to participate in activities you once enjoyed.
- Family and Relationship Impacts: Effects on spousal or family relationships caused by serious injuries.
Failing to work with a pedestrian accident attorney can leave you undercompensated. Insurance companies often try to minimize payouts, overlook non-economic damages, and challenge the severity of injuries.
Without precise legal handling, pedestrian accident claims often fail at the documentation stage, long before settlement discussions begin. A pedestrian accident attorney in Taunton can structure your claim correctly from the outset so that recoverable damages are not lost to technical or procedural mistakes.
Pedestrian Accident Cases We Handle in Taunton
Pedestrian accident claims are rarely straightforward. Liability often depends on driver behavior, roadway conditions, visibility, traffic controls, and how Massachusetts right-of-way laws apply to the specific facts of the collision.
Our personal injury lawyers in Taunton represent clients in a wide range of injury matters. That broader litigation experience gives us a clear advantage in understanding how each side approaches liability, damages, and case valuation. Common pedestrian accident cases we handle at DOLAN CONNLY, P.C. include:
- crosswalk and intersection collisions
- parking lot and driveway incidents
- hit-and-run accidents
- distracted driving accidents
- speeding and reckless driving collisions
- impaired driving accidents
- failure to obey traffic signals or signs
- commercial vehicle and delivery truck accidents
Because we routinely litigate these types of cases, we know how insurers challenge fault, minimize injuries, and apply pressure in settlement negotiations. This perspective allows your pedestrian accident lawyer to anticipate arguments and tailor a legal strategy specific to the circumstances of your accident.
We advance all costs.
You pay nothing unless we secure compensation for your injuries.
What to Do Immediately After a Pedestrian Accident
Pedestrian accidents in Taunton often occur near busy intersections, commercial corridors, parking areas, and state routes where traffic volume, visibility, and enforcement varies. What you do immediately after the collision can determine how fault is assessed, what evidence exists, and how insurers evaluate your claim. Early missteps are difficult to correct later.
- Get Medical Care and Create a Record: Seek medical evaluation immediately, even if symptoms seem minor. Early treatment creates a medical record that links your injuries directly to the accident.
- Make Sure Police Document the Incident: A police report documents roadway conditions, traffic controls, and statements that often determine fault in Taunton pedestrian accident cases.
- Preserve Location-Specific Evidence: Photograph the scene, crosswalks, signage, and nearby cameras before conditions change or video footage is overwritten.
- Identify Witnesses Early: Collect names and contact information from witnesses before they leave. Independent accounts can be critical in fault disputes.
- Be Strategic With Insurance Communications: Avoid recorded statements or early settlement discussions without legal guidance. Early statements are often used to reduce claims.
- Speak with a Taunton Pedestrian Accident Attorney Promptly: Early legal involvement helps preserve evidence, analyze coverage, and protect your claim before leverage is lost.
Even small oversights like leaving the scene too quickly, neglecting to treat your injuries over time, or assuming a driver will accept responsibility can permanently weaken your claim and leave critical compensation out of reach.
The sooner you involve a Taunton pedestrian accident attorney, the faster evidence can be secured, witnesses interviewed, and your case positioned to secure full compensation.
Why You Need a Taunton Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
Recovering from a pedestrian accident is stressful enough without having to deal with Massachusetts personal injury law, insurance adjusters, and complex liability issues on your own. The moment you contact a pedestrian accident lawyer in Taunton at our firm, they take control of the legal process.
Investigate Every Critical Detail
Collect evidence from the scene, gather police reports, request surveillance footage, and interview witnesses before critical details are lost.
Document Every Impact on Your Life
Work with medical experts, vocational specialists, and financial professionals to ensure all current and future damages, including scarring, permanent injuries, and lost earning potential, are captured.
Analyze Liability and Negotiate Strategically
Assess the accident from every angle, anticipate defense tactics, and negotiate assertively with insurers who may try to downplay your injuries or shift blame.
Prepare for Court From Day One
Build a trial-ready case so that settlements reflect the true value of your injuries, and you are not pressured into accepting less than you deserve.
Handle Complex Insurance and Legal Issues
Massachusetts follows comparative negligence rules, and claims can involve multiple drivers, commercial vehicles, or municipal liability. An attorney ensures procedural requirements and deadlines are met.
Without a lawyer, victims often underestimate damages, miss evidence, or accept lowball settlements that leave them responsible for medical bills and long-term care. Insurers are experienced at exploiting these gaps, and even seemingly minor mistakes can permanently reduce the compensation you receive.
How Long Do I Have to File a Pedestrian Accident Lawsuit?
In Massachusetts, the statute of limitations for filing a pedestrian accident lawsuit is three years from the date of the accident. If you miss this deadline, you will lose your right to pursue compensation, even if the other party was clearly at fault.
There are a few important exceptions:
- Minors: If you were under 18, the three-year period starts when you turn 18.
- Delayed discovery of injury: If a serious injury was not immediately apparent, the clock may start when the injury is discovered.
- Claims against government entities: Special rules and shorter deadlines apply for accidents involving state or municipal liability.
Because missing deadlines can permanently bar your claim, it is critical to contact a Taunton pedestrian accident attorney as soon as possible to protect your legal rights.
Client Testimonials
The legal council I received from DOLAN CONNLY starting with the initial office visit to the settlement of my personal injury case was very helpful when I needed it most. They helped me navigate all the options and told me in plain English what to expect. I was a cooperative client and provided them with all the documentation they required and was patient allowing the legal process to unfold all of which they appreciated. Given the extent of damages I incurred from the accident I was pleased with the total compensation I received. Kathleen Allen has been our attorney for a few properties and we have sold and have been very happy and satisfied with her professional care in these transactions. There is a very easy way about her, as these things can be very stressful. She was always right there for any concerns or questions that we had. I would highly recommend her to my friends and family. I have closed on two houses with DOLAN CONNLY in the past 10 years. In July 2022, I worked with Kathleen Allen on a closing and was extremely impressed with her professionalism, honestly, and attention to detail. She was the only party to notice a trust was expiring weeks before the planned closing date. Her keen eye resulted in the seller extending the trust and preventing a delay in the closing. -Sam Excellent service ! Barry McIsaac was prompt and effective in dealing my claim case. We need more attorneys like him to help hold big companies accountable. I’d recommend Barry and the DOLAN CONNLY firm to anyone. I worked with Kathleen Allen to purchase my first home in Boston and she was incredible! The seller and I were not working with real estate agents, but Kathleen went above and beyond to make the closing process smooth. I was able to close on time due to her advocating and watching over me. I could not have bought this home without her help. I highly recommend anyone looking for a knowledgeable, quick, and advocating attorney to contact her to purchase a home.
Schedule a Consultation with an Attorney Today
Your focus should be on healing, but legal deadlines in Massachusetts move quickly. A pedestrian accident attorney in Taunton can handle every step of your claim and fight aggressively to secure maximum compensation. Don’t leave your recovery to chance.
Frequently Asked Questions
For additional information, our pedestrian accident lawyers in Taunton have answered some of the most common questions we get from clients. Call our law firm today for personalized assistance, or get in touch through our contact page.
How do you file a pedestrian accident lawsuit in Taunton?
Filing a pedestrian accident lawsuit in Taunton starts with preparing a Complaint that details what happened, who is responsible, and the damages sought. Defendants are then served with the Complaint, and the case enters the discovery phase where evidence like medical records, photographs, witness statements, and surveillance is collected. After discovery, the case moves toward resolution.
How is fault established in a Taunton pedestrian accident case?
Determining fault in a Taunton pedestrian accident involves looking at driver behavior, road conditions, and other evidence. Under Massachusetts’ comparative negligence rules, you can recover damages as long as you are not found to be more than 50% at fault at trial. Police reports, witness statements, traffic signals, crosswalks, and surveillance all help establish liability.
How much does it cost to hire a pedestrian accident attorney at DOLAN CONNLY, P.C.?
Suffering a pedestrian accident is stressful enough without worrying about legal costs. That is why we take pedestrian accident cases on a contingency basis. You owe us nothing unless we recover money for you. During your free consultation, we take the time to explain everything in clear terms, so you feel confident and informed every step of the way.
What happens if I am unable to visit your office?
We understand that injuries can make travel difficult. If you are unable to come to our office, a Taunton pedestrian accident attorney from DOLAN CONNLY, P.C. can come to you. We can also handle communications by phone, email, or a Zoom call, ensuring your case keeps moving forward without adding stress to your recovery.
What injuries are eligible for compensation in a pedestrian accident claim in Taunton?
Pedestrian accidents in Taunton can cause fractures, spinal injuries, concussions, traumatic brain injuries, bruises, scarring, and psychological trauma like anxiety or PTSD. Even minor injuries can have lasting effects. A Taunton pedestrian accident attorney can make sure that all injuries are documented and all avenues for compensation are pursued.