If you have even been seriously physically injured, you probably know that many physical injuries also cause serious mental injuries. A person who is hurt in a brutal car accident may experience extreme anxiety and fear for months or even years after the accident. An individual who is injured in a crash may experience flashbacks and nightmares of the incident that leave him or her unable to ever live a [...]
If you have even been in a serious auto accident, you know how terrifying these situations can be. One moment, you are driving along, and the next, you are left injured and afraid. Of course, it is not always easy to know how injured you actually are after a traffic accident. Many factors influence how a person’s body and brain interpret pain from injuries. Symptoms of some injuries can be [...]
With spring coming, heavy rain and thunderstorms will once again put motorists at risk of accidents. An accident can happen at any time, but wet weather makes the risk of an accident even greater. After an auto accident, it is essential to contact a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible to ensure all evidence is collected promptly. Slick Road Conditions Severe rainstorms can create slick roads and increase dangerous [...]
Wisconsin is home to an estimated 500,000 pet dogs. Each year in the U.S., roughly 4.5 million people are victims of dog bites, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Dog bites can be traumatic, causing severe physical injury, loss of income, emotional distress, and more. It is essential to immediately seek medical attention after the attack. A personal injury lawyer can collect and preserve evidence and [...]
Hazmat trucks and tankers haul gas or liquid cargo as well as flammable or explosive solids. Accidents involving any type of commercial truck are dangerous, but an accident involving a hazmat truck can be especially catastrophic. Hazmat truck drivers and carriers are supposed to follow stringent federal rules and regulations, but life-altering accidents still occur. In a hazmat emergency, the spilling of toxic material can be harmful to not only the [...]
Collisions between motor vehicles can be devastating. While there are multiple types of car accidents that can occur in various locations, many collisions take place at intersections, and they are often caused by drivers who do not obey signs or traffic signals. When a person proceeds through an intersection without checking that it is clear or runs a red light or stop sign, this may result in a side-impact collision. [...]
Driving a tractor-trailer truck can be a difficult, dangerous job. Truck drivers need to remain in complete control of massive vehicles that move at high speeds, and any mistakes they make can have deadly results. Because of these risks, truck drivers and trucking companies are required to follow multiple safety regulations that are meant to prevent truck accidents. Unfortunately, these accidents continue to occur, and even though large trucks make [...]
Of the different types of car accidents that can occur, rear-end collisions are often considered to be among the least serious. These accidents often take place when vehicles are traveling at relatively low speeds, and they may not cause a great deal of damage to a car. However, the impact of a collision can still cause harm to drivers and passengers, and they may experience multiple types of injuries, including [...]
St. Patrick’s Day is a holiday that provides many people with the opportunity to celebrate with friends and loved ones, whether they have Irish heritage or not. However, these celebrations often involve alcohol, and with so many people drinking while they are out and about, the likelihood that people will engage in drunk driving increases significantly. This may be a major concern in 2022, since the lifting of restrictions related [...]
When sharing the roads with others, it is important to drive safely. Even the smallest motor vehicles weigh several thousand pounds, and they can inflict a great deal of damage when they collide with other vehicles. In many cases, car accidents occur because drivers fail to follow the rules of the road. Traffic laws are in place for a reason, and they are meant to ensure that everyone can share [...]
