As one of Connecticut’s leading trial law firms, we bring a commitment to excellence and a proud history of successful results in handling medical malpractice, personal injury, complex civil litigation and other serious cases for local Stamford and Connecticut clients as well as for national and international clients. We have an experienced physician on staff who is deeply involved in the investigation of our cases. Our areas of practice are listed below. Please click on a specific practice area to learn more about our experience and expertise.
Medical Malpractice
At Silver Golub & Teitell, we are proud that cases brought by our medical malpractice attorneys have caused Connecticut hospitals to implement many changes in their procedures that are now preventing unnecessary injuries and deaths. In two notable cases, the families of two women who fell into irreversible comas during childbirth two years apart agreed to settle their medical malpractice claims for $13.2 million and a substantial confidential settlement. More information>
Serious Personal Injury
Silver Golub & Teitell has a well-earned reputation for successfully representing people who have suffered serious personal injuries because of someone else’s negligence, carelessness or wrongful conduct. Our serious personal injury attorneys have earned some of the largest verdicts and settlements in Connecticut history for clients, including recoveries of up to $40 million in cases involving all kinds of serious personal injuries. More information >
Complex Civil Litigation
The complex civil litigation attorneys at Silver Golub & Teitell are experienced litigators and dedicated advocates. We represent individuals and businesses in a diverse range of complex civil cases, including jury and non-jury trials in state and federal trial and appellate courts. In one notable case, Barbara Izzarelli, a longtime smoker of Salem cigarettes who developed cancer, received a total of $27.5 million dollars in her successful lawsuit against the R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co. She is the first smoker to win an individual product liability lawsuit against a tobacco company. More information >
Wrongful Death
When grieving families come to the law office of Silver Golub & Teitell after losing a loved one, what they want most is answers: Was this tragic loss avoidable? Can the company or person responsible be held accountable for their negligence or wrongful death? Is it possible to move beyond this great loss? In one important case, a 21-year-old man suffocated while sleeping in a bivy sack on a camping trip. Silver Golub & Teitell settled the case for $2 million, and the bivy sack product was removed from sale throughout the world. More information >
Auto Accident
At Silver Golub & Teitell LLP, our auto accident attorneys and knowledgeable staff thoroughly investigate the circumstance of each case, including interviewing witnesses and consulting with experts, before agreeing to represent someone seriously injured in an automobile accident. In one case, Silver Golub & Teitell reached a settlement of $11.8 million on behalf of Rene Villard, whose car was struck by a drunk driver who also tested positive for marijuana and was speeding at the time of the motor vehicle collision. More information >
Trucking Accidents / Large Commercial Trucks & Tractor Trailers
Accidents involving large commercial trucks and tractor trailers can cause some of the most severe personal injuries while also presenting some of the most complex legal issues. They can be much more devastating and complicated than car accidents. When your car has been hit a truck, you need to know your case will be in the best possible hands and will have the full resources of your law firm representing you. More information >
Birth Injuries/Cerebral & Erb’s Palsy
When complications arise during the birth of a baby, the result can be heartbreaking injuries to the infant or the mother. Birth injuries are some of the most devastating personally and financially and are often complicated to prove. In one notable case, Silver Golub & Teitell presented expert testimony that an emergency C-section should take only five minutes and that the doctor responded too slowly. Silver Golub & Teitell recovered $38.5 million for the client. More information >
Traumatic & Acquired Brain Injury
Silver Golub & Teitell has the knowledge and resources to help people suffering from brain injuries and their families get full compensation for their injuries, including payment of medical bills, lost income, compensation for pain and suffering, the impact on life’s activities and all other damages. In one important case, a 34-year-old woman sustained permanent brain damage because an anesthesiologist failed to properly monitor her vital signs during the cesarean delivery of her first child. Silver Golub & Teitell successful settled the case for $16.7 million. More information >
Spinal Cord Injury
Resuming life after a serious spinal cord injury may be the most difficult challenge a person can face. The loss of function or sensation from a partial or full paralysis will affect every aspect of life. Silver Golub & Teitell has established a reputation for helping seriously injured people. In one such case, the firm recovered $6.4 million for a client after negligent pre-operative and neurosurgical care left him with a permanent and debilitating spinal cord injury. More information >
Boy Scouts Sexual Abuse
Recent media reports have revealed that the Boy Scouts of America is exploring the possibility of filing for bankruptcy protection. If this happens, a bankruptcy filing has the potential to impact the rights of those who suffered child sexual abuse during Scouting activities. To protect your rights, you might benefit from consulting with Connecticut attorneys who are experienced in handling cases against the Boy Scouts. More information >
Whistleblower Representation
Federal and state whistleblower laws protect employees from retaliatory firing if they report the employer’s allegedly illegal activities to the appropriate state or federal agency. The firm has established a well-earned reputation for assisting whistleblowers. In one notable whistleblower case, Silver Golub & Teitell LLP represented a corporate whistleblower in his claim under the Federal False Claims Act against United Technologies that resulted in the largest award at the time recovered by the U.S. government under the Act, a settlement of $150 million. More information >
Serving Fairfield County and All of Connecticut
We are based in Stamford, CT, with other offices in Danbury, Hartford and Waterbury, CT. Clients throughout Connecticut and our fellow attorneys turn to us every day for our proven skills and trusted counsel.
We take our cases on a contingency fee basis. Please email us today at info@sgtlaw.com or call one of our telephone numbers in the following towns to find out how we can help you:
Do you have any questions about your particular situation? Please call one of our local Connecticut phone numbers or email us today.
Media Contact
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