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Truck crash sends woman to hospital in critical condition

06.25.2014

In Appleton, drivers need to be aware of large trucks on the road. These vehicles are heavy and often there is the possibility of driver fatigue affecting the safety with which it is operated. Given the heft, the stops and starts and the amount of time commercial vehicles spend on the road, accident are inevitable. When they […]

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WHO LET THE DOGS OUT?

06.24.2014

When is the Keeper (not the Owner) of a Dog Liable for Injuries to Another? Herrling Clark Law Firm took a case all the way to the Wisconsin Supreme Court in order to obtain compensation for their client that was attacked by a dog. The result was a published decision by the Wisconsin Supreme Court […]

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PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENTS: THE OTHER VEHICLE ACCIDENT

06.23.2014

When we are young, we are told to look both ways before crossing the street. This is for good reason; pedestrian accidents often result in serious injuries. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WI DOT) reports that 1,239 pedestrian accidents occurred in Wisconsin in 2010. Those accidents resulted in 54 pedestrian fatalities and 1,183 pedestrians being injured. While […]

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TEXTING OR E-MAILING AND DRIVING: NO LOL MATTER

06.22.2014

As Old Man Winter returns to Wisconsin, bringing gifts of snow and ice, treacherous driving conditions also return. If the hazards of winter driving weren’t enough on their own, technological advances provide their own distractions, leaving drivers trying to split their attention between the road and the gadgets. As of December 1, 2010, drivers will […]

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HOW 911 CALLS CAN HELP ACCIDENT VICTIMS

06.21.2014

From the time you were a small child, you were taught to dial 9-1-1 in the event of an emergency. One thing that you were probably not taught was that calling 911 has a larger benefit than simply alerting authorities that an accident occurred or a crime was committed. When a criminal or personal injury […]

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STAY SAFE ON YOUR BICYCLE THIS SUMMER

06.20.2014

From children and families to serious riders training for races, bicycle riding is a popular summer pastime for many people of Northeast Wisconsin. While we usually consider riding a bicycle a safe activity, there is risk involved. However, there are ways to stay safe. Bicycle Statistics According to the Bicycle Helmet Safety Institute, more than […]

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Minivan strikes police van, injuring 4 officers

06.20.2014

Some occupations require people to spend a lot of time on the road. While some may enjoy the feeling of not being constrained in an office environment, spending a large amount of time on the road can present many hazards to such workers. As a result, commercial truck drivers, delivery drivers and police highway patrol […]

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TRUTH IN AUTO INSURANCE PROVISIONS PROTECT CONSUMERS

06.19.2014

There is no question that as a state and a country, we are facing some serious financial issues right now. Between losses in retirement savings, home values, jobs, and income, it has never been more important for people to make sure their remaining assets are protected. Governor Doyle has taken an important stand to protect […]

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Motorcyclist flown to hospital following crash in Wisconsin

06.18.2014

Motorcycles are not usually considered the safest mode of transport. Because motorcycles lack safety features that are standard in other motor vehicles, motorcyclists are highly vulnerable to serious injuries in crashes. This is why other motorists must pay attention to motorcyclists at all times. Failing to notice motorcycles on the road can have devastating, even […]

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