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Comparative Fault Laws: An Explanation

Establishing who is responsible for an accident is not always an easy task. If a person is stopped at a traffic light and is suddenly rear-ended by a drunk driver who also happened to be speeding, then the answer is fairly clear. However, not all situations in the real world are as black and white. Law school professors like to illustrate the dilemma of establishing fault with an example about [...]

2014-11-07T07:00:05+00:00November 7, 2014|Wisconsin Personal Injury Lawyer|

Common Aviation Accidents: The Real Dangers

Recliner Rage in the News Recently dubbed as “recliner rage” by the news media, people behaving badly on airplanes is a current hot topic. Over the last month, no fewer than three commercial flights were re-routed and forced to land due to passenger scuffles in the United States. One such United Airlines flight from Newark to Denver was diverted to Chicago when two passengers became unruly and combative due to [...]

2014-10-09T13:50:34+00:00October 9, 2014|Wisconsin Personal Injury Lawyer|

Workers’ Compensation and Worksite Accidents in Wisconsin

The term “workers' comp” is often thrown around in relation to accidents that occur at a person's workplace. However, workers' compensation actually refers to a type of insurance that provides benefits and wage replacement to employees who are injured or hurt while working at their job. In exchange for these benefits, an employee cannot sue his or her employer for any negligence related to the accident. In Wisconsin, the Workers' [...]

2014-09-12T14:49:53+00:00September 12, 2014|Wisconsin Personal Injury Lawyer|

Pedestrians Face Serious Injuries from Car Accidents in Wisconsin

Walking from point A to point B is not only environmentally friendly, but it can also be beneficial to your health. Walking is a low-intensity and low-impact form of exercise that can help individuals along the path to a healthy lifestyle. Although there are many benefits to walking, pedestrians face a huge risk when navigating the streets of Wisconsin. In fact, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, one pedestrian [...]

2014-09-10T14:00:04+00:00September 10, 2014|Wisconsin Personal Injury Lawyer|

Steps to Take Immediately after a Dog Bite in Wisconsin

Dogs are often considered to be man's best friend due to the companionship and loyalty they can provide to an owner. Dogs are also treated as members of the family and receive the same, if not more, love and respect that other family members receive. However, regardless of how revered a dog may be, all it takes is one act of aggression before a beloved four-legged friend and its owner [...]

2014-09-09T15:14:03+00:00September 9, 2014|Wisconsin Personal Injury Lawyer|

Personal Injury Lawsuits in Wisconsin

Sustaining injuries in an accident can result in an overwhelming amount of stress regarding impending hospital bills, lost wages, and recovery. However, a victim should not have to worry about the details surrounding pursuing legal recourse in the event that a third party was liable. Personal injury lawsuits are designed to help victims receive the compensation they deserve for their injuries due to the negligence of someone else. Depending on [...]

2014-09-03T11:00:08+00:00September 3, 2014|Wisconsin Personal Injury Lawyer|

Wisconsin Drunk Driving Accidents: Avoiding an OWI Charge

According to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Wisconsin has the highest rate of drunken driving in the United States. In 2012, 223 people died and 3, 000 people were injured in alcohol-related crashes. In addition to a potential Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) charge on a driver's record, driving after consuming alcohol can result in serious injuries to unsuspecting drivers on the road. Thus, Wisconsin residents should take several precautions to [...]

2014-08-22T08:48:00+00:00August 22, 2014|Wisconsin Personal Injury Lawyer|

Compensation for Dog Bite Injuries: When the Owner is Your Friend

Virtually every day there are reports of people all over the state being bitten, attacked, and even killed by dogs. Dog bites are always a very traumatic experience, and it is hard to imagine that “man's best friend” can be capable of injuring an innocent person. However, it happens more often than you may think. According to the Center for Disease Control, one in five people who are bitten by [...]

2014-08-05T15:49:24+00:00August 5, 2014|Wisconsin Personal Injury Lawyer|

Green Bay Police Find a New Way to Promote Pedestrian Safety

Pedestrian accidents in Wisconsin may seem high now, but they have been decreasing over the past few decades. According to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WDOT), 1, 277 crashes involving pedestrians occurred in Wisconsin in 2012 alone. Since 1990, Wisconsin has worked hard to decrease the number of pedestrian accidents by focusing its efforts on areas such as enforcement, education, and emergency response. As a result of these efforts, pedestrian-related [...]

2014-07-24T07:00:13+00:00July 24, 2014|Wisconsin Personal Injury Lawyer|
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