Personal Injury Attorneys in Boston, MA
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If you have been injured because of someone else’s negligence, you are likely overwhelmed and unsure of what to do next. You don’t have to face this alone. A personal injury lawyer in Boston at at Dolan Connly, P.C. is ready to pursue the compensation you deserve. Whether you were hurt in a car accident, bitten by a dog, injured on a construction site, or suffered due to a medical mistake or a slip and fall, we will stand by your side and fight to get you justice.
Why Injured Victims in Boston Choose Dolan Connly, P.C.
When an injury changes your life, you need a Boston personal injury lawyer who knows how to deal with the legal and practical challenges that follow. Dolan Connly, P.C. has been advocating for injured people throughout Massachusetts since 2000. Our attorneys understand personal injury claims from both sides of the insurance process and have earned the trust of the communities we serve to take on complex injury claims where the stakes are highest.
- We Are Trial Lawyers: A settlement is not always the right outcome. Our attorneys have taken personal injury cases to Massachusetts District and Superior Courts and federal court, and we build each case with the possibility of litigation in mind. This allows clients to make settlement decisions based on the strength of their case rather than the fear of going to trial.
- Veteran-Led Law Firm: Dolan Connly, P.C. is led by a former United States Marine Corps Judge Advocate General, and that military background shapes the discipline, structure, and determination we bring to every case we handle.
- Direct Access to Your Attorney: You should not have to wonder who is handling your case or struggle to get answers. Your attorney remains involved throughout the process, explains what is happening with your claim, and helps you understand the choices you may need to make along the way.
Our personal injury law firm serves clients in Boston and communities throughout Greater Boston, including Quincy, Braintree, Brockton, Weymouth, Milton, and Pembroke. When your injuries prevent you from coming to our office, arrangements can be made for a personal injury attorney to meet you at your home, hospital, or rehabilitation facility.
Our Verdicts and Settlements
$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 Damages Can You Claim in a Personal Injury Claim in Boston?
An injury can cost you far more than the medical bills that arrive afterward. You may lose income while you recover, face expenses that continue for months or years, and deal with pain or limitations that change your everyday life. A personal injury lawyer looks at the full impact of your injury, including the losses you have already experienced and those you may face in the future, so your claim accounts for the compensation you may be entitled to recover, which can include:
- Medical expenses, including past treatment and reasonably expected future medical care
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity resulting from your injuries
- Pain and suffering caused by the accident and your resulting injuries
- Emotional distress and other psychological effects of the injury
- Permanent disability or impairment that affects your work or daily life
- Scarring or disfigurement and the lasting effects it can have on your life
Massachusetts follows a modified comparative negligence rule, also called modified comparative fault. Under this rule, your compensation may be reduced by your percentage of fault. However, if you are found more than 50% responsible for your injuries, you generally cannot recover damages. Insurance companies may use allegations about your conduct to argue that you were partly or primarily at fault and reduce or deny your claim.
A personal injury attorney in Boston can challenge those arguments, investigate the circumstances of your accident, document the full extent of your losses, and negotiate with the insurer on your behalf. If the insurance company will not offer a fair settlement, we will take your case to trial and pursue the compensation supported by the evidence.
Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Boston
Traffic crashes remain a leading cause of personal injury claims in the city. The City of Boston’s own Vision Zero Action Plan reports 10 to 15 fatal traffic crashes per year in recent years, and while pedestrian and cyclist injury crashes have declined since 2016, driver injury crashes have stayed roughly flat.
Not every injury case looks the same, and the right approach depends on how it happened and who’s responsible. Our Boston personal injury attorneys handle the full range of cases we see across the city, from everyday car crashes to complex medical malpractice and premises liability claims.
- Car Accidents
- Hit-and-Run Accidents
- Truck Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Pedestrian Accidents
- Bicycle Accidents
- Construction Accidents
- Workers’ Compensation
- Medical Malpractice
- Pharmacy and Prescription Errors
- Nursing Home Abuse
- Premises Liability
- Dog Bites
- Catastrophic Injuries
- Traumatic Brain Injuries
- Wrongful Death
No two personal injury claims call for the same approach. A truck accident often means sending a preservation letter for the driver’s black box and maintenance records before the trucking company can overwrite or discard them, a premises liability case turns on proving the property owner knew about the hazard, and a wrongful death claim has its own filing deadline, its own rules on who can bring the claim, and its own measure of damages.
Working with a personal injury lawyer at Dolan Connly, P.C. who has handled that range of cases in Boston can make a difference in what your recovery will look like.
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You pay nothing unless we secure compensation for your injuries.
What to Do Immediately After an Accident in Boston
The moments following an injury are often confusing and stressful, and many people don’t realize how quickly important evidence can disappear. We are here to help you understand the key steps that can protect your rights and strengthen your claim. Taking even small, informed actions can make a meaningful difference in the outcome of your case.
- Seek Medical Attention: Your health is the top priority. Get medical care immediately.
- Report the Incident: Whether it’s a car crash, workplace injury, or slip and fall, report the accident to the relevant authorities or management.
- Document Everything: Take photos, collect witness statements, and keep all medical records and bills.
- Do Not Speak to Insurance Companies Alone: Insurance adjusters may try to minimize your claim. Let us handle the negotiations.
- Contact a Boston Personal Injury Attorney: The sooner you get legal representation, the stronger your case will be.
Even if some time has passed since your injury, it’s not too late to protect your rights. Your lawyer will assess your situation, identify the available evidence, and develop a strong strategy for recovery. From investigating the accident to dealing with insurers, we ensure that every legal detail is handled, allowing you to focus on recovery while we work to secure the compensation to which you are entitled.
How a Personal Injury Attorney in Boston Can Help
After an injury, life can change in an instant. The pain, financial strain, and uncertainty about what comes next can take a toll quickly. Working with our lawyers in Boston means you always get clear, results-driven legal support to help you regain control. We focus on what matters most, which is your recovery, your rights, and your future.
Preserve Evidence Before It Disappears
Important evidence can be lost, destroyed, or become harder to obtain as time passes. A personal injury attorney can move quickly to preserve important records, photographs, video, physical evidence, witness statements, and other information that may help establish what happened and who was responsible.
Identify Every Potentially Liable Party
The person who caused your injury may not be the only party responsible for your losses. Depending on the circumstances, a claim may involve a driver, employer, property owner, contractor, manufacturer, or other responsible party. Identifying everyone who may be liable can make a significant difference in the compensation available to you.
Negotiate With the Insurance Companies
Insurance companies may challenge liability, question the extent of your injuries, or offer less than the evidence supports. Your Boston personal injury lawyer can handle negotiations, respond to these arguments, and present the evidence supporting the full value of your claim.
Prepare Your Case for Trial
A strong settlement often comes from being prepared to go to court if necessary. Our attorneys build each case with litigation in mind, from preserving evidence and developing legal arguments to preparing for trial in the Suffolk County Superior Court or Boston Municipal Court, when appropriate. If the insurer will not agree to a fair resolution, we are prepared to take your case to court.
At Dolan Connly, P.C., we don’t just have clients; we have people who need support, guidance, and justice. Let us be your voice in this fight. Speak to one of the best personal injury lawyers in Boston today during a free consultation.
What Injuries Are Eligible for Compensation?
The seriousness of an injury directly affects the damages you may be entitled to, from medical treatment to long-term care and quality-of-life concerns. We ensure that every injury is thoroughly documented and presented in a manner so that the courts and the insurance companies understand the full impact on your life.
Common injuries that may qualify for compensation include:
- fractures and broken bones
- burns, including thermal, chemical, and electrical burns
- spinal injuries, including herniated discs, nerve damage, or paralysis
- head injuries, such as concussions and traumatic brain injuries
- soft tissue injuries, including sprains, strains, and torn ligaments or muscles
- internal injuries, including organ damage or failure
- amputations or loss of function, whether partial or total
- chronic or long-term conditions, including persistent pain or limited mobility
- psychological or emotional injuries, such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, and emotional distress
- aggravation of preexisting conditions made worse by the incident
Each of these injuries can have lasting physical, emotional, and financial consequences. Massachusetts law acknowledges the full extent of these harms, enabling victims to recover compensation for both immediate and ongoing medical expenses, lost wages, and diminished quality of life. Your injury lawyer will carefully assess the scope of your injuries to ensure nothing is overlooked.
Deadline to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in Boston
If you have been injured due to someone else’s negligence, time is not on your side. Massachusetts law gives you three years from the date of your injury to file a personal injury lawsuit in court. While this may seem like plenty of time, waiting too long can hurt your case. As time passes, evidence can be lost, witness memories may fade, and the insurance company may use delays against you.
Some claims have different deadlines or additional requirements:
- Medical malpractice: If you did not reasonably discover your injury and its connection to medical malpractice when it occurred, the discovery rule may affect when the limitations period begins. Medical malpractice claims are also generally subject to a seven-year statute of repose.
- Claims involving minors: The statute of limitations may be tolled while the injured person is a minor, although exceptions can apply.
- Claims against government entities: Claims involving Boston or another government entity can have additional notice and presentment requirements. Certain public-way claims, for example, have a 30-day notice requirement.
Missing deadlines means you will lose your right to compensation forever. Don’t take that risk. A personal injury attorney in Boston will assess your case, handle the legal deadlines, and fight for the compensation you deserve. Reach out for a free consultation and let us handle your case.
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 Free Consultation with a Lawyer Now
At Dolan Connly, P.C., we are committed to helping injury victims get the justice they deserve. If you or a loved one has been hurt due to someone else’s negligence, don’t wait to take legal action. Call us or complete the contact form to talk to a personal injury lawyer in Boston. Let us fight for you while you focus on your recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have been injured, you likely have many questions about your rights and the legal process. Below, our personal injury attorneys in Boston have answered common questions we hear from the clients we represent
How do I know if I have a valid personal injury claim in Boston?
If you are wondering whether you have a case, you are not alone. Many hesitate to reach out because they are unsure if they qualify for compensation. A lawyer will help you determine if you have a claim by looking at:
- Who was at fault? – Did someone else’s negligence cause your injury?
- How serious is your injury? – Medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering all factor into your case.
- Could this have been prevented? – If someone else’s carelessness led to your suffering, you deserve justice.
The best way to know for sure is to consult with an attorney who genuinely cares about your recovery. We will evaluate every detail of your accident, gather evidence, and explain your rights so you can make informed decisions.
Will my personal injury case go to trial, or can it be settled out of court?
Most cases settle out of court, which means you may receive compensation without ever stepping into a courtroom. Nevertheless, if the insurance company refuses to offer a just settlement, we will take your case to trial, where every effort will be made to secure maximum compensation. Your needs and best interests remain the top priority throughout the entire process.
How long does a Boston personal injury case take to resolve?
The timeline for settling a personal injury case varies based on the case’s complexity, the severity of your injuries, and the cooperation of the insurance company. On average, straightforward cases can settle within a few months, while more complex cases may take longer. Your lawyer will work diligently to secure the best outcome as quickly as possible while ensuring that your case is handled with care and attention to detail. Contact us for a more accurate estimate specific to your case.
What should I do if the insurance company denies my claim?
A denied claim doesn’t have to mean the end of your case. It is important to respond quickly and carefully by documenting all relevant details, collecting supporting evidence, and understanding the reasons behind the denial. Your lawyer will challenge the decision, appeal if necessary, and take all appropriate measures to ensure your losses are fairly compensated.
How can I find the best attorney in Boston for my case?
When searching for the best Boston personal injury lawyer, look no further than Dolan Connly, P.C. Our veteran-owned firm has a proven track record of securing millions of dollars in settlements for clients. We offer personalized legal strategies and put your needs first, ensuring that your case receives the attention it deserves. Schedule a consultation today to see how we can help you.
What happens if I am unable to travel to your office?
If your injuries prevent you from traveling to our office in Boston, we will come to you. Our priority is making the process as easy as possible for you, so you can focus on your recovery while we handle the legal work.
How much does it cost to hire a personal injury attorney in Boston, MA?
Our law firm operates on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing upfront. We only collect a fee if we successfully recover compensation for you. This arrangement ensures you can access quality legal representation without financial risk, allowing you to pursue your claim with confidence.