Driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs is one of the most dangerous activities any motorist can involve themselves in. Accidents that transpire from drunk driving can result in severe injuries or death. In fact, drunk driving is one of the leading causes of death in car accidents throughout the United States. Anyone who has been involved in a drunk driving accident should seek legal help from an [...]
Motorcyclists can be seriously injured in a collision with another vehicle or in a single-vehicle accident. The lack of protection afforded to a cyclist means that even what may seem like a minor crash can result in severe bodily harm. However, in addition to the cyclist themselves, a passenger can also be seriously injured in a motorcycle accident, and due to their lack of control of the situation, these injuries [...]
The legalization of marijuana has been a hot topic in recent years, and a large number of states throughout the country have approved the drug for medicinal or recreational use. While marijuana remains illegal in Wisconsin, it was recently legalized in the neighboring states of Illinois and Michigan. Because of this, Wisconsin’s roads may see more drivers who are under the influence of marijuana, which may increase the likelihood of [...]
The state of Wisconsin is full of beautiful terrain, and many people enjoy spending time in the great outdoors. One popular way to experience the state’s parks and nature trails is by riding all-terrain vehicles, or ATVs. However, drivers and passengers of these vehicles can suffer serious injuries when accidents occur. Those who have been involved in an ATV accident should consult with an attorney to determine their options for [...]
Due to the growing number of vehicles on the road, it should not be a surprise that car accidents involving bicycles are becoming more prevalent. In 2016, one bicyclist was either injured or killed every 10.2 hours in the state of Wisconsin. Due to the large size and weight of motor vehicles, bicyclists can suffer serious injuries when struck by a car or truck. Even though a cyclist has the [...]
Safety should be a top priority for anyone that is operating a vehicle. Auto accidents involving a car or motorcycle can result in property damage, serious injuries, and wrongful deaths. Lane splitting, which is often referred to as traffic filtering or white lining, is the act of driving a motorcycle in between two lanes of traffic. Although lane splitting is illegal in Wisconsin, motorcyclists may violate traffic laws in this [...]
Tractor-trailer trucks are massive vehicles, dwarfing the passenger cars and trucks that most people use in their daily lives. The size and weight of commercial trucks makes them incredibly dangerous, and those who are involved in a truck accident are likely to be seriously injured or killed. Because of this, truck drivers and trucking companies are required to take steps to protect the safety of the public. However, one way [...]
Nursing homes or in-home caregivers are good options for many elderly people. Some need professional-level assistance, while others do not have family members who can help them. Unfortunately, elder abuse by such caregivers is extremely common and is on the rise. According to CBS 58 News, Wisconsin counties reported 7, 019 abuse complaints in 2016, and this number was 21% higher than the figures from three years prior. The numbers [...]
The death of a loved one is difficult in any circumstances, but it can be especially painful if a person was killed because of someone else’s negligence or wrongful acts. In these cases, a person’s surviving family members will not only suffer a great deal of emotional pain, but they may also experience significant financial difficulties. In addition to the loss of the income earned by the deceased person, there [...]
Common sense might make one think that the winter would be the season in which the most car accidents occur, since weather conditions like snow and ice make the roads more dangerous. However, statistics actually show the opposite to be true; the months between May and September are when the most deaths occur in motor vehicle accidents. So why is this the case? There are a number of reasons, including: [...]
