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Recent Settlements
Robin Curtiss Settles Injured Worker’s Case for $900,000.00
- Several weeks ago, Robin Curtiss obtained a $900,000.00 settlement on behalf of an injured working man. Attorney Curtiss obtained an additional $500,000.00 of value for his client by convincing the workers compensation insurance company which had paid the client’s medical bills to forgive its claim for reimbursement. Van Dorn & Curtiss looks forward to helping other working people who are seriously injured through the negligence of another.
Robin Curtiss Settles Lead Poisoned Child’s Case for $650,000.00
- Recently, Robin C. Curtiss, Esq. obtained a $650,000.00 settlement on behalf of a lead poisoned child. The child experienced various learning disabilities as a result of the lead exposure. Van Dorn & Curtiss is proud of the result they achieved for this injured child and look forward to representing other victims of lead exposure.
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Automobile Accidents
Automobile/bicycle collision results are in.
Awarded: $875,000
Rear-end auto accident results in back surgery and loss of quality of life.
Awarded: $750,000
Medical Malpractice
VA Hospital Fails in its Duty to our Client
Awarded: $1,000,000
Dog Bites/Pet Attacks
Pit Bull Attack Leaves Woman, 40, "Waiting to Die"
Awarded: $2,100,000
Dog Bite Case Goest to Trial in New York
Awarded: $240,000
Industrial Accidents and Worker’s Compensation
Man Crushed by an Industrial Crane Receives Justice
Awarded: $1,400,000
Man Takes a Big Blow at his Job - Attorney Curtiss Restores His Hope
Awarded: $900,000
Robin Curtiss Settles Lead Poisoned Child’s Case
Awarded: $650,000
Other
ConRail Employee brings a Civil Rights Case Against His Employer
Awarded: $1,600,000
Local Man Injured in Logging Accident
Awarded: $600,000
Dog Bite Case Goes to Trial - We Win Again.
Awarded: $175,000
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Automobile Accidents
Contributing Factors in New Hampshire and Vermont Truck Accidents
The top causes of truck related accidents may not be as obvious as you think such as brake problems and an interruption in traffic. If you or someone you know has been injured in a Vermont or New Hampshire truck accident, you should contact an experienced truck accident attorney at the law offices of Van Dorn & Curtiss, PLLC at (877) 611-9622.Vermont Truck Accidents May Be Prevented Due to Texting Ban
Imagine being hit by a semi or bus and later discover that it was caused because the operator was texting while driving. . If you or someone you know has been injured in a Vermont car accident, you should contact an experienced Vermont truck accident attorney at the law offices of Van Dorn & Curtiss, PLLC at (877) 611-9622.
What Will Help Your Vermont Car Accident Case?
There are actions you can take following a Vermont car accident that will improve your chances of recovering fair compensation. Read this blog to learn more.ROUTE 4 ACCIDENT UNDERSCORES NEED FOR DRIVER SAFETY
Serious injury to Northwood school teacher underscores need to require drivers who cause accidents to take responsibility for their conductAGGRESSIVE REPRESENTATION FOR CAR ACCIDENT VICTIMS
Van Dorn & Curtiss aggressively pursues all means of acquiring fair compensation for our car accident victims so that our clients can be assured that they are receiving the maximum settlements for their injuries.NEW HAMPSHIRE TRAFFIC DEATHS LOWEST IN 47 YEARS
Imposing responsibility on motorists who cause accidents is an effective way of reducing traffic accident injury and deathText Messaging While Driving Banned in New Hampshire
The new text messaging while driving law takes effect January first. The law is in response to the growing number of injuries and accidents that are being attributed to texting and driving. Please be safe and put down the phone before you get behind the wheel. If you have been injured in an auto accident please contact your experienced New Hampshire personal injury attorneys at Van Dorn & Curtiss today for your free consultation.We represent clients in Western New Hampshire and Eastern Vermont, including the counties of Essex, Caledonia, Orange, Windsor, Windham, Coos, Grafton, Sullivan, Cheshire, and Merrimack.
If you want aggressive and expert pursuit of your personal injury claim and full recovery of all damages you are owed due to the negligence of another, call Van Dorn & Curtiss at 1-866-632-8980 for a consultation. Trust the lawyers other lawyers trust, and call Van Dorn & Curtiss today.
Motor Vehicle Accident in Newport Vermont Hospitalizes Driver
Newport Vermont Motor Vehicle Accident Hospitalizes DriverInjured in an Accident With a Drunk Driver? | Attorney NH
If you have been injured in an accident there are likely many thoughts going through your head. How can I get my life back on track? How long will it take for me to heal? How much will my medical bills be? Will I be able to return to work? How can I recoup lost wages?
When the accident is caused by a drunk driver these thoughts are mixed with anger, confusion and a feeling of helplessness. Why was the driver on the road? How could the accident have been prevented?
The answers to these questions are often unanswerable. However, there are steps we can all take to lower the incidence of drunk driving accidents. To learn more please visit our DWI resource page by clicking here.
Our goal is not only to fight for the rights of injured across New Hampshire and Vermont, but to prevent accidents before they happen. One less accident can mean one less death, one less spinal cord injury, one less grieving family.
Please think before you drive and do your best to keep yourself and others safe this holiday season. If you have been hurt and need help please contact an attorney at Van Dorn & Curtiss today. We're here for you when you need us.
Free Legal Consultation
At Van Dorn and Curtiss we have always offered a free consultation for accident victims. We do this a public service and to help select cases we are interested in accepting. We have even prepared a free Accident Victims Handbook that can be downloaded from our site. Over the years we have offered thousands of free consultations. Our highly trained staff is always available to answer questions. A problem arises when distinguishing a free consultation from free legal advise. There is an old adage that free legal advise is worth what you pay for it. While we don't think that is exactly right we do believe that specific legal advise can only be given when a law firm knows all of the facts and circumstances surrounding an issue. Unfortunately we cannot afford to be this thorough with everyone who calls, but if you have a claim that has caused serious personal injury and has likely been caused by the negligence of someone else chances are we may be able to help you. Sometimes we will accept the claim in which case our new client can rest assured they are getting the absolute best legal representation available. See our Client Testimonials to see what we mean. Or, when we can't accept a case we can point the inquiring party in the right direction. So, if you have been seriously injured in an accident caused by another please contact us for a free consultation.
Auto Accidents All too Common in New Hampshire | Accident Attorney
Hillsborough County is the only county in New Hampshire that has seen a steady decline in the number of traffic fatalities over the past four years. Every other county's numbers have remained nearly unchanged or risen.Why is this?
There really is no short answer. Recent drunk driving accidents certainly add to the total. In addition, our tough winter weather often creates driving conditions that are poor at best. Distracted driving is another major issue on roadways across the country. Cell phone use and text messaging while driving have caused injuries and deaths in New Hampshire and beyond.
To combat these factors State Police have been putting extra effort into discouraging drunk driving and other dangerous behaviors. DWI checkpoints and safety projects have been utilized throughout the state.
However, at the end of the day only one person can prevent an accident by not drinking, putting down the cell phone and driving respectfully. That person is you.
Please help keep yourself and those around you safe everyday by making the right choices every time you get on the road.
If you or someone you love have been hit by a drunk driver you need an attorney who knows DWI cases. Please contact your New Hampshire accident attorney at Van Dorn & Curtiss today for your free consultation.
Share the Road Safely During Bike Week and Beyond
Bike Week in New Hampshire is a boon to the local economy and gives hundreds of bikers the opportunity to get together and celebrate their lifestyle.
The week also gives both bikers and drivers a chance to review basic safe driving tips. Sharing the road with biker's means giving the road your full attention at all times. The American Motorcycle Association offers the following tips for drives and riders:
Rules for riders:
- Get trained and licensed
- Wear protective gear
- Ride unimpaired
- Ride within your limits
- Be a lifelong learner
Rules for drivers:
- Look out for motorcyclists
- Don't be distracted
- Give two-wheelers some room
- Use your turn signals
- Keep it in the car
It doesn't matter if you crave the wind in your face or love the comfort of your car; there are ways to keep you and others safe. Sharing the road is important not only during Bike Week but every time you start your vehicle.
If you have been injured in an accident please contact your New Hampshire personal injury attorney at Van Dorn & Curtiss today for your free consultation.
Working to Combat Motorcycle Accidents | New Hampshire Accident Lawyer
New Hampshire is one of many states that have chosen to embrace the idea of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. The American Motorcycle Association is helping run the campaign that focuses on bringing the number of motorcycle accidents and deaths down.
The question is: Are you doing everything as a motorist or biker to keep yourself and those around you safe? If you are a driver the most important rule to remember is not to become distracted while driving. From cell phone use to personal grooming routines distractions in the car are a growing problem. As motorcyclists are more vulnerable as the travel down the road distracted drivers are a real threat to their safety.
If you are a driver or a cyclist please follow this link to ensure that you are following the five rules for cyclists and drivers. Please help keep yourself and others safe and accident free this summer.
If despite your diligence toward driving and riding safely you are injured in an accident please contact your New Hampshire personal injury lawyer at Van Dorn & Curtiss today for your free consultation.
Robin Curtiss Settles Automobile Accident Case for $50,000
Colety Case Settles for $50,000
Denise Colety drove to work Wednesday, March 15, 2006 when another vehicle slid out of control on the snowy roads and into Denise’s lane colliding with her and totaling her car. She bit through her lip and later vomited blood. Her left knee hurt. Her left shoulder was swollen and ached as a result of her collision with the dash board. Mrs. Colety had never been in an automobile accident before. She was in tears, afraid to drive again.
As a grandmother, Denise enjoyed spending time with her grand children and gardening. As a result of her injuries, she no longer was able to so this at the level she had before the crash. Mrs. Colety had racked up some medical bills as well, over $15,000 to be more specific. She contacted Van Dorn & Curtiss attorneys who, for over thirty years have specialized in helping accident victims get back to normal.
The two parties agreed to have a mediator help settle the case in Portsmouth on May 19, 2009 before going to a trial. At first, the insurance adjuster didn’t show up, usually a sign that the case will not settle that day. Rob went ballistic arguing that his presentation would be more effective if seen in person. He took the adjuster’s absence as sign that Geico, the defendant’s insurance carrier did not intend to settle the case that day.
Withour mediator, William H. Mulvey, Jr., Rob began to argue for the strength of Denise’s case in terms of liability. By the time Rob had finished the defense attorney had apologized to Rob for not telling him that there would be no adjuster present and never really matched Rob’s skill level. Bids were exchanged back and forth between the two parties as Rob continued to show no aversion of taking this case in front of a jury. Just two and a half hours later the Coletys accepted Geico’s offer of $50,000 and by five o’clock in the afternoon were seen strolling through the streets of Portsmouth on their way to a celebratory dinner. Mr. Mulvey stated “another attorney would have settled this case for $25,000.” But with the hard working team at Van Dorn and Curtiss, the Colety’s got what they deserved.
Distracted Drivers a Real Threat | New Hampshire Accident Attorney
A recent accident involving a cyclist in Vermont has been blamed on a distracted driver. At the time of the accident the driver was using her GPS to look for a place to eat. Though GPS, hands-free cell phones and other new gadgets promise to help lower driver distraction they can sometimes cause it.
Studies show that even using a hands-free cell phone can lead to driver distraction. As your mind focuses on the call your ability to pay full attention to the road is diminished. During the accident discussed above, the driver was looking down at her electronic map instead of focusing on the road ahead of her.
Distracted drivers are everywhere and I am sure that at some point you have looked away from the road to attend to other matters. In that moment we do not realize the seriousness of the indiscretion. In the blink of an eye a distracted driver can lose control of their vehicle, injuring and even killing a fellow motorist, pedestrian or cyclist.
If you have been injured in a car accident you deserve a New Hampshire attorney who's winning record speaks for itself. Please contact a lawyer at Van Dorn & Curtiss today for your free consultation
UVM Pays $325,000 in Fatal Vermont Car Crash
Back in November, 2001 three IBM employees were on their way to work in Essex Junction, Vermont when Theodore Pecor, age 25, veered into their lane of travel on Route 15. Lyman Dezotell Jr., 44, of Derby Line, Dean Fountain, 69, of Newport, and Kevin Baker, 44, of Coventry, all died in the crash. Although, at first, this may seem like a typical car accident based on the negligence of Theodore. Pecor, it wasn’t. Theodore Pecor was a college student who had been participating in a study at the University of Vermont. The purpose of the study was to determine ways to help drug addicts overcome opiate additions through medication other than methadone. Therefore, as part of the study, Pecor was given buprenorphine, two hours prior to the crash. It was determined that Pecor fell asleep at the wheel due to the sedative effects of the drug. The families of the victims claim that the researchers didn’t war Pecor about the sedative effects of buprenorphine. Although UVM had denied any liability thus far, Baker's widow, Ann Baker, won an $800,000 settlement last December and UVM agreed to pay $325,000 this past week. UVM was quoted as saying the settlements were "essentially a business decision based on the high costs of litigating cases of this nature and the prospect of even more significant costs associated with such cases going to trial." If you are wondering what happened to Pecor, he pleaded no contest to grossly negligent operation with death resulting and was sentenced to three to 15 years in prison.
Van Dorn & Curtiss frequently represents families of car accident victims. If you would like to find out more about these types of accidents, injuries, insurance claims, etc. visit our wrongful death and automobile accidents pages of our website. If you have been in an accident and are not sure what steps you should take to protect your rights, visit our Auto Accident Checklist For Negligence Claims for more information.
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Latest Round of Seatbelt Legislation | Where do you stand?
Seatbelts are a major topic of discussion across New Hampshire. The House recently approved a measure that would make New Hampshire the last state in the union to enact a mandatory adult seatbelt law.
The question is...where do you stand on this issue?
Proponents of the bill site the federal money the state would receive if the law is passed. In addition, they believe that it will decrease deaths on the highways and save the state money that is now spent on medical treatments of the injured.
However, these points do not sit well with those opposed to the measure. Lawmakers and citizens alike believe that overregulation is a slippery slope. Many see the law as one more step toward an overbearing state government.
So where do you stand?
Tragic Rear-End Accident in New Hampshire: Two Killed; One Seriously Injured
Late on Friday, February 20, 2009 a father and his 5-year-old son were killed in Rochester, New Hampshire. The accident occurred on Route 11 when Carl Lytle rear-ended a car that was waiting to make a left hand turn. Carl Lytle and Tyler Lytle were from New Durham. Ann Leighton, of Farmington, was the driver of the vehicle that was rear-ended. She was waiting to turn left into Lilac City Pediatrics. Immediately following the collision, a 2005 Chevrolet Silverado and a 2007 Dodge Charger traveling east on Route 11 smashed into the vehicles.
Ann Leighton was taken to Frisbie Memorial Hospital in Rochester and was listed in critical condition.
The highway was shut down for hours as police tried to determine exactly what happened. The Strafford County Regional Technical Accident Reconstruction team is investigating the accident. However, authorities have said that the motorist was driving too fast for the icy roads. Apparently, Route 11 is known for high-speed driving.
Driving too fast for conditions is a common issue in New Hampshire. For example, police counted 18 accidents on Seacoast highways (Route 12, Route 101 and Interstate 95) on Friday morning.
This story serves as a reminder to all drivers in the Vermont/New Hampshire area that road conditions can be very dangerous during the winter. If you are a passenger in a motor vehicle that is involved in a car accident due to negligent driving, you may have a personal injury claim. The driver of a motor vehicle has a duty to operate the motor vehicle in a safe and reasonable manner. This standard of care applies in dangerous, wintry weather conditions as well. If you have been injured in a car accident, see Auto Accident Checklist, for detailed information on how to protect your rights.
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Motor Vehicle Accident Victim Concerns
If you or someone you care about has been injured in a motor vehicle accident, you probably have serious concerns that need to be addressed right away. How should you deal with your insurance company? What do you say to the insurance company that may or may not be harmful to the claim? Should you make a statement to investigating police, if so what should you say? Should you seek medical treatment for your injuries right away or are you afraid you will incur large medical bills that you cannot pay? Who will pay the medical costs for the treatment you already received? How can you make up missed time at work and be compensated for your lost wages? How and when should you get your motor vehicle repaired or replaced? Should you hire a lawyer? How do you get the best settlement for your claim?
This website can help. It is designed to provide answers to all these questions and more. Find answers to questions by going to our Frequently Asked Questions section or find more in depth information in our Library articles. Also our Automobile Accident practice area is a good source of information. Click on any of these links and find your way to valuable information on what to do if you are seriously injured in a motor vehicle accident.
Finally, you are welcome to contact or call our firm with any questions you may have. Call us toll free at 1 (866) 632-8980 or fill out the Free Consultation contact form on the upper right hand portion of this page and someone will get back to you promptly. Please remember we are here to serve you.
New Client Testimonial
Today, we added another Client Testimonial to our site. Our client is Cheryl H. Cheryl was seriously injured in a car accident. She went to a local law firm near where she lived. The lawyers there tried to convince her to accept a settlement that would barely cover her medical bills. Dissatisfied with that firm, Cheryl then came to us. We advised her that she had a good claim and that we would represent her interests against the insurance company. Our skilled team put Cheryl’s claim together and then began negotiations with the insurance company. The insurance company balked at paying a fair settlement so we filed a lawsuit. We took the case through the litigation process and got ready for trial. (To learn more about the litigation process contact us for a free copy of our Personal Injury Victim's Handbook for Vermont and New Hampshire.)Finally, on the eve of trial the insurance company made what we thought was a fair settlement and Cheryl accepted it.
All to often we go through this process. After 30 years of representing seriously injured personal injury victims we know that sometimes insurance companies will not pay what we consider to be fair settlements until their backs are against the wall. Our background, experience and track record trying personal injury cases to juries gives us the leverage to make the insurance companies pay what we consider to be fair settlements, not what they want to pay. Sometimes we have to take them down to the wire, but that's ok with us as long as our client get's a fair settlement. To see Cheryl’s Testimonial, click here: Testimonial
Recent car accidents in Vermont, remind us to use caution during the winter driving season.
Two recent motor vehicle crashes in Vermont, serve as a reminder to all Vermont and New Hampshire drivers that road conditions can be very dangerous during the winter.
On December 31, 2008, two family members from Richmond, Vermont were seriously injured on Route 117 in Jericho. According to the Vermont State Police, Diana Hansen, age 24 lost control of her vehicle and collided with Katherine Buxton, age 17. Diana Hansen was accompanied by 2 year old Jane Hansen. They were both taken to Fletcher Allen Hospital for treatment. Although the accident remains under investigation, the Vermont State Police have indicated that the roadway was slippery at the time of the collision. You can click here to read the full Burlington Free Press article.
Similarly, on January 14, 2009 two men were seriously injured on Route 140 in Tinmouth, Vermont. According to Vermont State Police, driver Kevin Ballantine slid off the roadway, hit a snowbank, and started to roll. Nicholas Jones was a passenger in his vehicle. They were both taken to Rutland Regional Medical Center for treatment of their injuries. You can click here to read the full Burlington Free Press article.
If you are a passenger in a motor vehicle that is involved in a car accident due to negligent driving, you may have a personal injury claim. The driver of a motor vehicle has a duty to operate the motor vehicle in a safe and reasonable manner. This standard of care applies in dangerous, wintry weather conditions as well. If you have been injured in a car accident, see Auto Accident Checklist, for detailed information on how to protect your rights.
Winter drivers, remember to give yourself more time to get to your destination and drive with extra caution to avoid an accident.
Massive Pile-Up in New Hampshire, 100 injured.
On January 11, 2009 vehicles piled-up on Interstate 93 in Derry, New Hampshire. Roughly 100 people sustained injuries, and 19 were transported to local hospital with more serious injuries.
Apparently, a car had stopped on the interstate, and in an attempt to avoid it, a school bus filled with Boy Scouts applied its breaks. When this happened, cars began sliding to avoid the bus at 50 mile per hour. In total, 46 cars, three buses, and two tractor-trailers were involved in the pile-up.
Seventeen ambulances and dozens of EMTs searched car by car in an attempt to identify the injured. Luckily, no one sustained life-threatening injuries, however many people did sustain serious personal injury, such as broken legs and ankles. On man had to be pulled out from underneath a tractor-trailer. The story was reported by WMTW and the Boston Herald.
This accident serves as a reminder that road conditions can be dangerous in New Hampshire during the winter driving season. Winter drivers, remember to give yourself more time to get to your destination and drive with extra caution to avoid an accident. If you have been injured in a car accident, see Auto Accident Checklist, for detailed information on how to protect your rights.
Keep Safe on New Hampshire’s Winter Weather Roadways
A lawyer is ready to help you in your time of need. However, if at all possible we would also like to help you before you become injured.
Above all we want you and your family to have a happy and healthy new year. To help you toward this goal this blog post is all about staying safe in the icy weather. Most of us have to go out and drive in the ice and snow here in New Hampshire and all over New England. While this is a necessary evil during the long winter months, there are some things you can do to keep you and your family safe this winter.
- Properly inflated tires are a must. Check this before hitting the road.
- Stow away a few blankets, any needed medications, an extra cell phone or spare battery, food, water, gasoline, hats and gloves. These things will help you survive in the event of a crash.
- If you do have an accident or run off the road and become stuck stay with the vehicle. It offers shelter from the elements and may assist rescue units find you.
- Tie a brightly colored cloth on the antenna of your car. If you are trapped at night leave on your dome light.
- Check to make sure that your exhaust pipe is not clogged with snow, ice or mud. If it is carbon monoxide could be forced into the compartment of your vehicle.
- Run your car and heater in intervals. Do so just when you need to take the chill off in order to save gas and battery power.
Though these tips are basic, they could very well save your life. As winter weather worsens even seasoned driver can benefit from a refresher course on winter driving safety tips.
Neighborhood Safety Helps Keep Pedestrians Safe
Recent accidents involving pedestrians bring to light the importance of safety around pedestrians. Fortunately there are many non-profit and government agencies who are helping educate the public and keep pedestrians safe.
The US Department of Transportation implemented their Pedestrian Safety Campaign to help drivers and pedestrians avoid accidents. Getting your children involved at a young age will teach them to be aware of their surroundings and stay safe on the road.
The Pedestrian Safety Campaign targets children and their families, giving them the tools necessary to evaluate the safety of their streets and sidewalks. The checklist offered on the site allows children to fill out a worksheet that rates the safety of their neighborhood.
The checklist asks the following questions:
- 1. Did you have enough room to walk safely?
- 2. Was it easy to cross streets?
- 3. Did drivers behave well?
- 4. Was it easy to follow safety rules?
- 5. Was your walk pleasant?
Each question has several items to check. Depending on how many items you check, your neighborhood will get a rating of anywhere from, "Celebrate! You have a great neighborhood for walking," to "Call out the National Guard before you walk. It's a disaster area."
Once the weather warms go for a walk and rate your neighborhood; it just may prevent an accident.
What To Do If You've Been Involved In An Accident
If you have been involved in an auto accident caused by another driver there are certain actions that you should take to preserve your rights. The accident attorneys at Van Dorn and Curtiss have been serving victims of auto accidents in Vermont and New Hampshire for years. During this time we have compiled lists of information it is important for every accident victim to know. These documents are found in our library pages. The first important document contains a checklist of things to do if you have been involved in an auto accident. You can find it by clicking here: Auto Accident Checklist for Negligence Claim.The second document provides general information about steps to take if you are in a car accident. Find it by clicking here: Steps You Should Take If You Are In A Car Accident.
The third document and perhaps the most important is our checklist to use when hiring an accident attorney to represent you for your personal injury claim. You can find it by clicking here: 22 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Personal Injury Attorney . This last document may be the most important one because the most important decision an accident victim can make is to choose the right attorney. To learn more about the differences in the firms that hold themselves out as personal injury attorneys you can click here: How To Find The Best Law Firm For Your Personal Injury Case. We hope that you and your loved ones are never involved in an auto accident, but if you are the information in these documents found in the Van Dorn & Curtiss library will be helpful.
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