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David C Leard
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Biography
Attorney Leard is the only certified Workers' Compensation Specialist practicing full-time in Litchfield County, CT. He has maintained this certification since 2001. He has also been honored as a Superlawyer in Connecticut from 2009-2017. With offices in Torrington and Kent, Attorney Leard represents injured workers from all over Litchfield County and adjoining areas in Hartford, New Haven and Fairfield Counties. Call for a free consultation.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Workers Compensation
90%
42 years
Personal Injury
10%
42 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Connecticut for 41 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Location
Manasse, Slaiby & Leard, LLP
507 East Main St., PO Box 1104, Torrington, CT, 06790
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Posted by Bill | December 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Great experience, workers comp case!
I thought I could handle my workers comp case myself, but it quickly became evident I would need to hire a lawyer. I found David Leard and I could not be more satisfied. I had a free initial consultation and he took it from there. Atty leard and his staff are very accessible and take the time to make...
Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney
work related injury
David Leard was very helpful, and got the job done. I wouldn't have been able to do it without his knowledge and guidance. I strongly recommend him!
Posted by anonymous | September 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Work related injury
I felt very comfortable having attorney Leard represent me on my workers comp case. He was very thorough and knowledgeable concerning questions I had asked him throughout the process. I would no hesitate to use his services in the future and would highly recommend him.
Posted by Jack | April 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Workers compensation claim
David Leard was my attorney in my workers compensation claim that started in 2003. He is very professional, explained the process so that I knew what to expect, very attentive to my needs and always answered my phone calls in a timely manner. I was happy that I chose David as my attorney and would ...
Posted by anonymous | May 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Review
I hired Attorney Leard to help me with a worker's compensation case. He provided excellent advice and was not only professional, but understanding of my individual needs. Throughout the entire process, he was consistent with keeping in touch and provided peace of mind. I would highly recommend him.
David C Leard's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly endorse David Leard. He is the only certified Workers' Compensation Specialist in Litchfield County. He was also one of the first attorneys to be certified as a workers' compensation specialist by the Connecticut Bar Association. Mr. Leard focuses his practice to assist workers who have been injured on the job or developed an occupational disease and who are seeking the benefits to which they are entitled. He also represents persons injured in motor vehicle accidents caused by the negligence of other motorists. He has received a Distinguished* rating from his peers through Martindale-Hubbell and a "Superb" rating from his peers through Avvo. He has also been a speaker at workers' compensation seminars for medical professionals and fellow lawyers and has authored several articles on workers' compensation law for legal publications. Last but not least, he has impeccable standards of ethics, decorum and trust. I recommend him without reservation."
"I've served as co-counsel with David. He has more than 30 years experience in Workers Compensation law, and was among the first class of attorneys in Connecticut to be certified as a Specialist in Workers Compensation. He is routinely recognized as a Connecticut SuperLawyer. David maintains a client-focused approach while balancing the competing demands of serving as part of the firm's senior management as well as his active involvement in the Litchfield County community. He is a pillar of the Connecticut Workers Compensation bar."
"I practice only Social Security Disability law. When a client has a Workers Compensation component to his or her claim, I always send that individual to Attorney Leard for assistance. Attorney Leard is knowledgable and compassionate. He is the best Workers Comp attorney that I know."
John Montalbano
Personal injury lawyer
Anne Howard
Social Security & Disability lawyer
Michael Leard
Litigation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2016
SuperLawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2014
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, Connecticut Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2001
Workers Compensation Certified Specialist, Connecticut Bar Association
N/A
Listed, Marquis Who's Who in American Law
Work Experience
1985 - Present
Partner, Manasse, Slaiby & Leard, LLP
Associations
1990 - Present
Connecticut Bar Association, Workers' Compensation SectionMember
1990 - Present
Litchfield County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Steven Williams v. Bantam Supply (CRB)
Successful; medical causation adequately proven
Elizabeth Hidvegi v. Nidec Corp. (CRB)
Successful; claim of vocational TT does not require job searches, Commissioner can award TT after date of formal hearing
Simmons v. Bonhotel, 40 Conn. App. 278
Respondent not required to file written defenses
Renay Casagrande v. Federal Express (CRB)
Successful: place of contract in Connecticut can satisfy conflict of laws rules
Education
1984
University of Connecticut School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
Bucknell University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Advanced Workers Compensation
Motions to Preclude
2007
Workers' Compensation Tips and Tactics
Hearings and Settlements
2005
Litigating Workers Compensation Cases
Ethics and Hearings
2003
Advanced Workers Compensation
Jurisdiction in Multi-State Claims
Publications
2005
Compensation Quarterly (Connecticut Bar Association, Workers' Compensation Section)
Apportionment and Dunkin Donuts
1996
Compensation Quarterly (Connecticut Bar Association, Workers' Compensation Section)
Jurisdiction Revisited
1993
Compensation Quarterly (Connecticut Bar Association, Workers' Compensation Section)
Jurisdiction in Out of State Claims
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I am scheduled for surgery August 8th for a work injury it is workmen's compensation and I just got laid off?
26 Jun 2020
Q&A
Should I hire a lawyer for miss Sedgwick short term claim miss managed by workers comp or sue ?
24 Feb 2020
Q&A
Is my case worth anything or should I expect a low settlement
01 Jul 2019