Studies show that 15- to 17-year-old drivers are disproportionately likely to cause a car accident. Minors lack the experience and judgment of adult drivers - but also typically lack financial resources and sometimes do not have the same legal liability as adults. If you have been injured in an accident caused by a minor driver, you probably have some questions about how you will recover compensation. Your best option after [...]
Now that children are returning to school, Wisconsin may see an increase in pedestrian accidents involving children. Children who walk to and from school are particularly at risk for being involved in a pedestrian accident. Pedestrian accidents are all too common and are more likely to result in serious injury or death than an accident between two vehicles. If your child has been injured by a careless driver, both you [...]
Intersections can be dangerous places for people in vehicles, as well as pedestrians and bicyclists. Since multiple vehicles pass through intersections going in different directions or making right or left turns, dangerous car accidents can occur if drivers are not fully paying attention to other vehicles, traffic signals, or people or objects in the road. In fact, around half of all car accident injuries occur at intersections, and these types [...]
A motor vehicle collision can cause multiple serious injuries for a driver, passenger, motorcyclist, or pedestrian. In a high-speed collision or another situation involving a strong impact, a person may suffer severe bodily harm, but life-changing injuries can occur even in seemingly minor accidents. Some injuries may require victims to undergo surgical procedures, which can result in significant medical expenses, as well as lost income during their recovery period. Victims [...]
In many cases, car accidents occur because of driver negligence. When a driver violates traffic laws or fails to act safely, they may be held liable for injuries experienced by others who are involved in a collision. However, accidents can also occur for other reasons, including roads that were dangerous due to poor design or disrepair. In these cases, victims can work with an attorney to determine who was responsible [...]
Vehicles of all sizes and types may be involved in car accidents. However, there are certain types of vehicles that are more commonly involved in serious or fatal collisions. Drivers, passengers, or others who are injured in motor vehicle collisions will need to understand their options for pursuing financial compensation. By working with an attorney who is experienced in these types of cases, injury victims can determine who was liable [...]
Many different types of driver negligence can lead to car accidents. Often, collisions occur because drivers violate traffic laws or fail to pay attention to the road fully. However, some accidents are caused by drivers who behave aggressively or even intentionally harm others. In these cases, victims may be able to take legal action to hold a driver responsible for injuries that occurred because of aggressive driving or road rage. [...]
During the summer, people spend more time outdoors and on the road. Unfortunately, as the weather heats up, the risk of car accidents increases. This is a major concern during the summer of 2021, which has seen record-high temperatures throughout the United States. Everyone can be affected by heat and humidity, and drivers should act safely and take all necessary measures to prevent collisions. If you have been injured in [...]
Most people understand that drunk driving can be very dangerous. Alcohol use can significantly impair a person’s ability to drive safely, and those who get behind the wheel after drinking are likely to be involved in car accidents. However, marijuana use is another increasingly common issue that affects drivers. While the state of Wisconsin has not yet legalized marijuana, this drug is legal in other nearby states, and its use [...]
The summer months can be a great time to take vacations, enjoy the outdoors, and spend time with family and friends. However, people should be aware that they may face an increased risk of injury during the summer, especially when they are driving. Nothing can ruin a vacation like a car accident, since a serious collision can result in multiple types of severe injuries to a vehicle’s driver and passengers, [...]
