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Bicyclists and Pedestrians Especially Vulnerable in Drunk Driving Accidents

Statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicate that approximately 31 percent of all traffic-related deaths are caused by drivers under the influence of alcohol. In total, this amounts to nearly 10, 000 deaths each and every year. Pedestrians and bicyclists, who are largely unprotected during a vehicular impact, are often the most vulnerable. They also tend to be the ones most likely to be hit and [...]

admin2016-06-14T14:47:48+00:00June 14, 2016|Bicycle Accidents|

Understanding Wisconsin's Dog Bite and Injury Laws and Your Rights as a Victim

Dogs may be known as man's best friend, but they can and do sometimes cause injury or harm to innocent victims. Most of the time, those injuries are caused by an unleashed or stray dog. However, that is not always the case. If you or someone you love has recently been bitten or otherwise injured by a dog, know your rights under Wisconsin state law. Injury Caused by Dog at [...]

admin2016-06-09T14:08:59+00:00June 9, 2016|Dog Bites|

Passengers Are Most Vulnerable in Automobile Crashes, Study Finds

Anyone can be injured in a car during a traffic accident. Yet according to a recent study from the JPN Apex Trauma Center of AIIMS, passengers are the most vulnerable. This was partially attributed to a lack of seat belt use among occupants of the study. There are, however, several other likely factors, including the passenger's location in the vehicle, the type of accident experienced, and acts that could be [...]

admin2016-06-07T14:14:37+00:00June 7, 2016|Car Accidents|

Safety Experts Say Automaker Defect is Putting Countless Children at Risk

Parents are consistently told that the back seat of a vehicle is safest for children. Most of the time that statement is true. There is, however, an automobile defect in some vehicle makes and models that could place children at just as much risk as those riding in front seats. Even more disturbing is that the automakers of those vehicles have allegedly known of the problem for quite some time [...]

admin2016-06-02T15:03:15+00:00June 2, 2016|Green Bay Products Liability Lawyer|

Traumatic Brain Injury Linked to Long-Term Sleep Problems

Each year, approximately 17 million people suffer from traumatic brain injuries (TBI). Around 80 percent of sufferers will be treated and eventually released, but they often continue to experience long-term symptoms. Brain injuries that involve emotion, thinking abilities, language, and sensation are well-recognized. However, researchers now believe that they may have uncovered yet another residual symptom—one that could actually exasperate the other, more known symptoms. TBI and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness [...]

admin2016-05-26T15:30:09+00:00May 26, 2016|Wisconsin Brain Injury Attorney|

Snapchat Being Blamed for Auto Accidents After the Release of Their New “Speed Filter”

Distracted driving is a major problem in the United States; however, it may have just become more dangerous, thanks to the development of a Snapchat application that allows users to determine how fast they are going. Especially appealing to younger drivers, this “speed filter” is already being blamed for a handful of accidents throughout the country. Yet who is really responsible for these accidents: the teens, or the company that [...]

admin2016-05-24T13:35:53+00:00May 24, 2016|Car Accidents|

Drunk Driving Thought to be a Factor in the Rise of Hit-and-Run Crashes in U.S.

Over the last few years, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has tracked an increasing number of hit-and-run accidents in the United States. Some of these accidents are caused by young drivers or those who do not have a license or the proper insurance. However, the biggest contributing factor is thought to be alcohol. And the problem is a lot bigger than most people realize. The Relationship Between Alcohol [...]

admin2016-05-19T14:53:18+00:00May 19, 2016|Drunk Driving Accidents|

Warmer Weather Means More Construction in Wisconsin – Stay Safe and Avoid Accidents

Warm weather means backyard barbecues, fishing trips, sun tans, and children playing outdoors. However, it also means an increase in construction work—more road work, more work zones, and (unfortunately) more construction site accidents. Sadly, some may lose their lives because of these crashes. However, with the right information, families can increase their odds of staying safe and making it through the crazy Wisconsin summer construction season. Work Zone Accident Statistics [...]

admin2016-05-17T16:27:35+00:00May 17, 2016|Construction Site Accident|

Furniture Tip-Overs Carry a High Risk of Death and Severe Injury for Children

Parents go to great lengths to keep their children safe: they teach them not to talk to strangers, they require hand holding to cross the street, and they research the best and safest cribs, register for product recalls, and may even purchase organic baby food to avoid the risks of pesticides. Unfortunately, not all safety practices prevent injuries from occurring, especially when potential hazards go undisclosed or products are defective. [...]

admin2016-05-12T07:00:00+00:00May 12, 2016|Dangerous Products|

Sleep-Deprived Teens at an Increased Risk for Automobile Accidents, CDC Study Finds

Mile for mile, teen drivers are four times more at risk for an automobile accident than drivers aged 25 or older. That risk translates into nearly 4, 000 fatal accidents and approximately 383, 000 non-fatal injuries. However, the most disturbing statistic of all is that, despite awareness programs, automobile accidents remain the number one cause of death among adolescents. Why is their risk so high, and what can be done [...]

admin2016-05-10T13:02:01+00:00May 10, 2016|Green Bay Auto Crash Attorney|

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