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The Intersection of Semi-Trucks and Automobiles: Contributory Negligence in Action

When an individual suffers personal injuries as a result of an automobile and semi-truck colliding, he or she can file a personal injury lawsuit to recover damages related to the injuries. In order to recover for injuries, the injured party (the victim) must not only prove that the other party was negligent, but that the other party did substantially contribute to the victim's injuries. Wisconsin law defines this under the [...]

2015-10-29T07:00:00+00:00October 29, 2015|Appleton Personal Injury Attorney|

The Intersection of Semi-Trucks and Automobiles: Contributory Negligence in Action

When an individual suffers personal injuries as a result of an automobile and semi-truck colliding, he or she can file a personal injury lawsuit to recover damages related to the injuries. In order to recover for injuries, the injured party (the victim) must not only prove that the other party was negligent, but that the other party did substantially contribute to the victim's injuries. Wisconsin law defines this under the [...]

2015-10-29T07:00:00+00:00October 29, 2015|Appleton Personal Injury Attorney|

Drunk Driving Accidents May Increase over Holiday Season

Holidays are known for celebrations and, often, celebrations involve serving alcoholic beverages. Unfortunately, many revelers decide to leave a party at a restaurant or a friend's house and drive themselves home. However, driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol is extremely dangerous and often leads to serious drunk driving accidents. According to statistics reported by advocacy group Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), 290, 000 individuals in the United States sustained [...]

2015-10-27T13:17:05+00:00October 27, 2015|Drunk Driving Accidents|

Broken Feet Can Cause Serious Losses

Broken bones are often considered to be a relatively minor form of personal injury. Certain fractures or breaks can heal relatively quickly and with little need for therapy or ongoing treatment. However, accident victims with broken bones may suffer the effects of their injuries for an extended period of time. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), of the approximately six million individuals who sustain a broken bone [...]

2015-10-22T07:00:00+00:00October 22, 2015|Wisconsin Personal Injury Lawyer|

Accident Victims May Require Surgery

Victims of accidents can sustain several different types of personal injuries for which the necessary medical treatment can vary widely. Following an accident, injured victims may simply require a doctor's visit and rest; others may require emergency trauma care and extensive treatment in the hospital. Additionally, accident victims who sustain severe injuries may require one or more surgical procedures to repair the damage. Types of Injuries That May Require Surgery [...]

2015-10-20T14:37:20+00:00October 20, 2015|Wisconsin Personal Injury Lawyer|

Head, Neck, and Face Injuries in Motorcycles Accidents

Any type of motor vehicle accident has the potential to cause serious injuries, and motorcycle accidents are no different. As reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), an estimated 88, 000 individuals sustained injuries in motorcycle accidents each year in the United States. Motorcyclists often suffer particularly serious injuries because they do not have the body of a car, seat belts, air bags, or other safety features to [...]

2015-10-18T07:00:00+00:00October 18, 2015|Motorcycle Accidents|

Child and Baby Products Can be Dangerous

All manufacturing companies have the legal duty to design, produce, and sell products that are safe for consumer use. Even if the products are not safe under certain circumstances, the company must provide adequate warnings regarding the possible risks of the product. When a company fails to meet these legal duties, injured consumers can hold the company liable by filing a products liability claim in civil court. Several types of [...]

2015-10-16T17:30:00+00:00October 16, 2015|Defective Products|

What to do Following a Dog Bite

Being attacked or bitten by a dog can be a traumatic experience. However, after a dog attack or dog bite, a victim may not know what steps he or she should take, or what his or her options are in regards to holding the dog's owner responsible. If you or a loved one is attacked or bitten by a dog, the following steps can help to increase your chances of [...]

2015-10-16T17:17:18+00:00October 16, 2015|Dog Bites|

Can Liability be Limited for Distracted Pedestrians?

Driving distractions, such as texting or checking a social media account via mobile device, can lead to serious accidents and injuries. However, many people do not realize the risks of using these devices while walking. If a pedestrian is distracted, he or she may not notice a turning car or one that is coming in his or her direction—he or she may step into the road in front of a [...]

2015-10-16T17:15:59+00:00October 16, 2015|Pedestrian Accidents|

AB310 Limits Health Care Access for Thousands of Wisconsin Women and Men

By Emily Claypool WWN Reproductive Rights Task Force On September 24th, the Wisconsin State Assembly passed a bill which will further cut funding to Planned Parenthood and community health centers, and will allow health care providers to refuse to provide patients with life-saving family planning, birth control, and cancer and STI screening services. The freedom for men and women to access health care is at stake as this proposal moves [...]

2015-10-16T17:14:59+00:00October 16, 2015|Appleton Personal Injury Attorney|
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