Firm also honored as Best of Winnebago County, finalist for Best of the Bay APPLETON, WI – Herrling Clark Law Firm has again been recognized as the Fox Valley’s premiere law firm, marking the 22nd consecutive year that an Appleton Post-Crescent reader survey has resulted in the firm being named Best of the Valley. Herrling […]
Summer is full of barbecues, vacations, and lazy days by the water. Unfortunately, it also tends to result in an increase of severe traffic accidents. Why does this phenomenon occur, and what should road users do to protect themselves from the negligent behavior of others? The following explains, and provides you with some details on […]
Most people assume that severe injuries only occur in catastrophic accidents, but even minor accidents can be fatal or debilitating. In fact, victims often overlook potentially serious injuries when they are in minor accidents, and that can place them at higher risk for long-term complications. Learn more about the most commonly overlooked car accident injuries, […]
Although Wisconsin state law requires that all registered vehicles have at least liability insurance, there are still drivers out there without coverage. What happens if you are in an accident with one of these uninsured drivers? The answer to this typically depends on the situation, but there are usually other options for pursuing compensation. Learn […]
Although they are less common than other types of accidents, hit-and-run accidents still pose a real and serious threat to drivers in Wisconsin. To make matters worse, the process of pursuing compensation for these crashes can be both complex and frustrating. Thankfully, there are some ways to reduce the stress and confusion of a hit-and-run […]
While many car crash injuries are minor, some may be significant and life-threatening. Thankfully, proper identification of these serious injuries can improve the overall outcome for victims. Learn more about how to distinguish the difference between minor and severe injuries after a crash, and what your right to compensation may be. Injuries to the Head and […]
Whiplash, which is caused by a forceful and sudden jerking of the head, is most commonly experienced by car crash victims. It can cause pain and stiffness, limited range of motion, headaches, dizziness, fatigue, and more – sometimes to the point that the victim must miss work, take pain medications, or undergo long and extensive […]
There are many ways and places that drivers can get into an accident, but intersections tend to be one of the most common. In fact, data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows that 733, 000 injury crashes and 7, 196 fatalities occurred at intersections in 2008 (the most current year for which […]
Car accidents cause 2.35 million injuries and over 37, 000 deaths each and every year. They are the leading cause of death among those between the ages of 16 and 20, and they are one of the leading causes of traumatic brain injury, death, and disability among all age groups. Why are auto accidents so […]
Americans are always on the go, and many are suffering from sleep deprivation. Unfortunately, this could also be increasing their risk of accident. In fact, a recent study from the American Automobile Association (AAA) found that losing even just a couple hours of sleep can double a driver’s risk of a car accident. What might […]
