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Can I Pursue Compensation for a Truck Accident Caused By Driver Fatigue?

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, drowsy driving was responsible for at least 795 fatalities and 50,000 injuries in 2017, the most recent year for which statistics are available. If you are injured in a car accident involving drowsy driving, it can often be challenging to demonstrate the other driver’s fatigue because concrete evidence tends to be lacking. However, if the accident involves a commercial semi-truck, trucking industry [...]

admin2022-07-29T15:15:56+00:00September 16, 2020|Truck Accidents|

What Evidence Do I Need for My Wisconsin Personal Injury Claim?

If you have been injured in a car accident, the immediate aftermath can be confusing and disorienting, and depending on the severity of your injuries, you may be able to focus on little else. In many cases, getting medical attention should be your top priority, but if you believe another driver was responsible for the accident, your immediate next step should be to hire an attorney who can help you [...]

admin2022-07-29T15:15:56+00:00September 12, 2020|Appleton Personal Injury Attorney|

Why Drunk Driving Can Lead to Dangerous Auto Accidents

In recent years, alcohol has been a factor in more than 5,000 annual car accidents in Wisconsin, resulting in 170 annual fatalities, a number that represents over 30 percent of all motor vehicle accident deaths in the state. Despite these statistics, many drivers are not fully aware of the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol, and it may be eye-opening to consider information from the National Highway Traffic [...]

admin2022-07-29T15:15:57+00:00September 9, 2020|Drunk Driving Accidents|

How Does Each Parent’s Income Affect Wisconsin Child Support Payments?

When a child’s parents are divorced or separated, child support is a crucial means of ensuring that the child’s basic needs are met as they would be in a two-parent household. For parents, however, there may be uncertainty as to how child support obligations are determined. The parents may be unsure about who will be required to pay and how much, especially if there is a significant difference in income [...]

admin2022-07-29T15:15:58+00:00September 8, 2020|Wisconsin Family Law Attorney|

What Are the Most Dangerous Types of Car Accidents in Wisconsin?

According to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, there are almost 130,000 car accidents in the state each year, on average. Only about 25 percent of these crashes result in injuries or fatalities, but there are certain kinds of accidents for which the rate is much higher. If you have been injured in one of these dangerous crashes, you may need a personal injury attorney who can help you pursue financial [...]

admin2022-07-29T15:15:59+00:00September 1, 2020|Car Accidents|

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in Wisconsin?

When an accident is caused by a negligent party, those who are injured have the right to pursue compensation through a personal injury lawsuit. Unfortunately, however, many accidents are fatal, in which case the victim’s family members are left to deal with the lasting consequences. While nothing can truly make up for the loss of a loved one, it is possible for families to pursue financial recovery through a wrongful [...]

admin2022-07-29T15:16:00+00:00August 28, 2020|Wrongful Death|

Can I Receive Compensation for Dog Bite Injuries in Wisconsin?

Many people think of dogs as loving companions, which can make it all the more shocking when a dog attack occurs. Nevertheless, thousands of Americans suffer dog bites each year, and many of them require medical attention for their injuries. If you have been bitten by someone else’s dog, you may be wondering how you will pay for the treatment you need to recover. Fortunately, under Wisconsin law, you have [...]

admin2022-07-29T15:16:00+00:00August 26, 2020|Dog Bites|

5 Common Internal Injuries Suffered by Car Accident Victims

If you have been seriously injured in a car accident, the aftermath can be scary and confusing as you try to assess the extent of your injuries, determine who was at fault, and figure out how to cover your immediate medical expenses. One common and especially challenging factor is the possibility of injuries that are not immediately apparent or visible on the surface, which is one reason why it is [...]

admin2022-07-29T15:16:01+00:00August 25, 2020|Car Accidents|

How Do the Laws in Wisconsin Affect Distracted Driving Accidents?

Distracted driving poses a great threat to users of American roadways, especially with the prevalent use of cell phones and other mobile devices. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that in 2018, distracted driving was involved in almost 3,000 fatalities throughout the United States, but due to the challenge of identifying distracted driving, the actual number could be significantly higher. In an effort to decrease the number of car [...]

admin2022-07-29T15:16:02+00:00August 21, 2020|Distracted Driving|

Can I Recover Pain and Suffering Damages in a Wisconsin Car Accident?

If you have been seriously injured in a car accident, the immediate aftermath can be incredibly difficult. You may need emergency treatment in hopes of saving your life and your physical abilities, and you may then face the prospect of covering the high medical expenses you are likely to incur. Your long-term future can be just as challenging if your injuries result in chronic pain or make it impossible to [...]

admin2022-07-29T15:16:05+00:00August 20, 2020|Car Accidents|