Recent Experience

Our extensive resources and knowledge of personal injury law have led to numerous million-dollar settlements in personal injury and medical malpractice cases. We investigate cases thoroughly, use expert accident reconstruction specialists, and have access to highly regarded medical professionals and other specialists who can testify on our clients’ behalf.

$7.6 Million

Auto Accident Settlement

$6.25 Million

Motorcycle Accident Settlement

$4.2 Million

Hospital Malpractice Settlement

Trusted Legal Counsel For
Your Personal Injury Needs

Jacobs & Dow, LLC has provided dedicated legal support to Connecticut injury victims for nearly 50 years. We understand the array of challenges you may face and are prepared to build a comprehensive legal strategy tailored to your individual needs. Our access to considerable resources and innovative technology allows us to deliver the legal representation you rightfully deserve.

Whether you are involved in a motor vehicle accident, suffer an injury due to a fall or need assistance with an ongoing personal injury matter, our legal team will stand by you during your time of need.

Trusted Legal Counsel For Your Personal Injury Needs

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Practice Areas

Personal Injury

When you are injured as a result of someone else’s negligence or carelessness, you should not suffer a financial setback as well. You have a right to recover full compensation for your current and future medical costs related to the accident, lost wages and more.

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Car Accidents

If you’ve been in any type of car accident, our first priority is to evaluate your case and meet your immediate needs. We can arrange medical care, preserve evidence before it’s destroyed, take steps for vehicle repair or replacement, and respond for you when the other side’s insurance investigator calls.

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when doctors, hospitals or other health care professionals fail to follow accepted standards of care. If negligence is proved, the physician, nurse or hospital can be held liable for the injuries or death of the patient.

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Workplace Injuries

While there are some workers’ compensation claims that injured workers can easily handle themselves, there are times you need legal help. Examples include when you suffer a serious injury or you have a dispute with the workers’ compensation insurance carrier. 

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Federal Criminal Law

Federal criminal defense involves defending individuals and businesses who are facing accusations of violating federal laws and regulations. These cases often involve complex issues and high stakes. Thus, handling such cases requires a deep understanding of federal laws and procedures.

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State Criminal Law

If you are charged with a crime in Connecticut, or if you believe you may soon be charged, you should consult an experienced criminal defense attorney immediately. The consequences of a serious misdemeanor or felony conviction include large fines, incarceration and a permanent criminal record.

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Wrongful Conviction

Being forced to serve a jail or prison sentence for a crime you did not commit is one of the most heinous injustices that you could experience. Time and freedom are priceless. If you had them taken from you unjustly, you deserve to be compensated for your losses.

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Business & Civil Litigation

Whether as a partner, shareholder or owner, anyone in business is exposed to the risk of lawsuits and business litigation that can cost you, or your company, time and money. A business contract dispute or partnership dispute can be a harmful distraction from the effective day-to-day operation of your business.

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The Lawyer You Hire Matters

If you or a loved one has been injured or faces criminal charges, the future may feel uncertain. At Jacobs & Dow, LLC, our legal team is committed to protecting each client’s rights and returning a sense of normalcy to your life.

Much of our caseload is injury and criminal defense matters. Our attorneys have decades of experience in both practice areas. We have established ourselves as trusted legal counselors who adopt a personal approach with every client. We will carefully review the facts of your case and develop a legal strategy that is designed to achieve the best possible results.

Rosemarie Paine

Rosemarie Paine Attorney

Rosemarie Paine, a member of the firm, practices in the areas of personal injury, medical malpractice, workers’ compensation, and wrongful conviction/exonerations.

Rosemarie has decades of experience representing clients injured in motor vehicle collisions, in workplace accidents, by medical or hospital negligence, and resulting from defective premises.

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Allison Near

Allison Near Attorney

Attorney Allison Near, a member of the firm, practices in the areas of personal injury, criminal defense, and business litigation.

Allison has extensive experience representing individuals charged in state and federal court. She has handled cases involving computer crimes, wire fraud, sexual assault, DUI, possession and sale of narcotics, firearms offenses, kidnapping, robbery, and murder.

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Emily Kaas-Mansfield

Emily Kaas-Mansfield Associate Attorney

Emily Kaas-Mansfield, an associate attorney, practices in the areas of personal injury and criminal defense. Emily is well respected and trusted in her representation of clients in state and federal courts, honing the comprehensive legal and advocacy skills she developed in her nearly four years serving as a Judicial Law Clerk in state and federal trial and appellate courts.

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Kara Moreau

Kara Moreau Associate Attorney

Kara Moreau, an associate attorney, practices in the areas of personal injury and criminal defense.

Kara is a well-respected litigator who has represented more than 100 defendants in state and federal courts. She has handled cases involving wire fraud, sexual assault, DUI, possession and sale of narcotics, firearms offenses, kidnapping, robbery, and murder.

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William F. Dow

William F. Dow Of Counsel

Willie Dow is one of Connecticut’s most experienced and effective criminal defense lawyers. For more than 15 years he has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America®. He has been recognized by Connecticut Magazine as a Connecticut Super Lawyer® in Criminal Defense from 2006 to 2015. In 2008 and 2009 he was voted by his peers as the Top Attorney in Connecticut in Connecticut Magazine.

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Blog

On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC

What is Double Jeopardy?
What is Double Jeopardy?
Jul 25, 2025
Criminal Defense

On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC

What’s the Difference Between Misdemeanors & Felonies?
What’s the Difference Between Misdemeanors & Felonies?
Jul 21, 2025
Criminal Defense

On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC

Can You Be Fired While on Workers’ Comp in CT?
Can You Be Fired While on Workers’ Comp in CT?
Jul 10, 2025
Personal Injury

On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC

Different Types of White-Collar Crimes
Different Types of White-Collar Crimes
Jul 7, 2025
Criminal Defense, Federal Criminal Defense, White Collar Crimes

On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC

What are the Requirements for Benefits Under Workers’ Compensation?
What are the Requirements for Benefits Under Workers’ Compensation?
Jun 6, 2025
Personal Injury

On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC

Which Element of Malpractice is Hardest to Prove?
Which Element of Malpractice is Hardest to Prove?
May 30, 2025
Medical Malpractice

Testimonials

Initially when first reached out other firms never returned my call or simply ignored me. The day I called Jacobs&Dow they reached back the same hour.I had two different cases that were entwined. Attorney Katz successfully argued both and rendered more than favorable settlements I thought impossible. When other firms turned me down as a veteran this means the world to me. Thank you Jonathan, Kara , Holly, nick, Debbie, Alyssa. Anyone needing legal advice you’ll achieve positive results with Jacobs and Dow.

Eric Wilson

Jacobs and Dow was there for me at a very difficult time, having just lost my daughter in a car accident. Jonathan Katz handled my "wrongful death claim" in a very professional manner and, due to his expertise, was able to win the case with a settlement of $300,000. I heartily recommend his firm should you need the services of an excellent trial attorney.

Bob Carney

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