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Car Accidents

How Health Conditions in an At-Fault Driver Can Alter the Outcome of Your Case

Auto accidents are complex events that can be caused by (or are the result of) any number of factors. Drunk or distracted driving, vehicle defects, and reckless driving are factors that may indicate an element of negligence, and that could entitle a victim to compensation from any parties that are deemed liable in the case. There are also other factors that could either reduce or eliminate the negligence element in [...]

2018-01-22T10:54:00+00:00January 22, 2018|Car Accidents|

Examining the Most Common Car Crash Causes in Wisconsin

An estimated six million crashes occur in the United States each year. Of those, nearly 40, 000 results in someone’s death. Thousands more result in injuries that cause victims to miss time from work or school. Victims also tend to incur medical expenses, and they may even experience a loss of vitality, or they may be rendered disabled. Thankfully, by knowing the most common causes of crashes, drivers can reduce [...]

2018-01-17T08:01:00+00:00January 17, 2018|Car Accidents|

Types of Compensation You May Be Owed After an Auto Accident

Car crash victims who have been injured by a negligent party have a right to pursue compensation for any injuries or losses they may have experienced. Sadly, since victims do not always know what sorts of damages they might be owed, the insurance companies often attempt to minimize their payout amount. Avoid this issue by learning what types of compensation you may be owed after an auto accident, and discover [...]

2017-12-29T09:27:00+00:00December 29, 2017|Car Accidents|

First Steps After an Auto Accident Can Impact Your Claim and Right to Compensation

After a car crash that has caused injury, victims expect to receive fair compensation for any injuries or losses they have sustained. Sadly, that is not what usually happens. After all, insurance companies do not make millions by treating victims fairly. Instead, they work hard to find any and every reason they can to deny and reduce the claims of injured motorists. Thankfully, there are some ways that drivers can [...]

2017-12-22T09:15:00+00:00December 22, 2017|Car Accidents|

Chronic Whiplash Remains a Medical Mystery – What It Could Mean for Your Case

Whiplash has not always been an issue. In fact, it was not until the early 1800s that medical professionals starting seeing such types of injuries. They were occurring in railway accidents – specifically ones in which the cars had been hit from behind. At first, practitioners thought the injuries were merely sprains, but the injuries were not healing like sprains to other parts of the body. With no real physical [...]

2017-12-15T08:06:00+00:00December 15, 2017|Car Accidents|

Safety Advocates Are Asking Congress to Go Slow on Driverless Vehicles

With more than 40, 000 highway deaths and approximately two million deaths last year, lawmakers are eager to reduce the number of traffic accidents that occur on U.S. highways each year. Self-driving cars – those that operate without the aid of the driver – seem to be the answer that lawmakers are focusing on right now. In fact, Congress is currently considering several bills that would expand the driverless car [...]

2017-12-14T09:49:00+00:00December 14, 2017|Car Accidents|

Preparing Early for Winter Driving Can Reduce Your Risk of an Accident

With fall quickly giving way to winter, many Wisconsin drivers are considering how they can reduce their risk of a car crash. Snow and ice – a common occurrence in this state during the winter months – come together to create hazardous surfaces. The added risk of other drivers, the potential for vehicle malfunctions, and the extreme cold only add further to each driver’s overall risk of an accident. Learn [...]

2017-11-01T10:25:00+00:00November 1, 2017|Car Accidents|

Summer Traffic Safety – What Every Road User Should Know

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 where to find assistance, should an accident happen to you or someone you love. Why [...]

2017-06-22T10:00:00+00:00June 22, 2017|Car Accidents|

Accident with an Uninsured Driver? You May Still Be Owed Compensation

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 more about these alternative options, including where to find assistance when trying to navigate through [...]

2017-06-13T08:58:00+00:00June 13, 2017|Car Accidents|

Accident with an Uninsured Driver? You May Still Be Owed Compensation

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 more about these alternative options, including where to find assistance when trying to navigate through [...]

2017-06-13T08:58:00+00:00June 13, 2017|Car Accidents|
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