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Mild Head Injuries Linked to an Increased Risk of Parkinson’s and Dementia

If you have been in an auto accident, you are not alone. In fact, over 3 million Americans are injured annually in vehicle accidents, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. These injuries can range in severity, with one of the most severe being head injuries. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control reported that motor vehicle crashes were the third overall leading cause of traumatic brain injury (TBI) [...]

admin2018-05-10T08:39:00+00:00May 10, 2018|Wisconsin Brain Injury Attorney|

Mild Head Injuries Linked to an Increased Risk of Parkinson’s and Dementia

If you have been in an auto accident, you are not alone. In fact, over 3 million Americans are injured annually in vehicle accidents, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. These injuries can range in severity, with one of the most severe being head injuries. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control reported that motor vehicle crashes were the third overall leading cause of traumatic brain injury (TBI) [...]

admin2018-05-10T08:39:00+00:00May 10, 2018|Wisconsin Brain Injury Attorney|

Dealing with Delayed Symptoms After an Auto Accident

While some injuries may be immediately apparent after an auto accident (i.e. skin scrapes, gashes, pulled muscles, broken bones, and bruises), adrenaline can mask more severe symptoms. For example, an accident victim with internal bleeding may not notice stomach pains or distention, or they may attribute dizziness or disorientation - symptoms that may arise with head trauma - to stress because of the accident. Due to the risk of these [...]

admin2018-05-03T09:20:00+00:00May 3, 2018|Green Bay Auto Crash Attorney|

Examining Wisconsin’s Statute of Limitations on Auto Accident Claims

While most auto accident claims are settled through negotiation, some victims may need to file a lawsuit to have a shot at successfully recovering damages for their losses. Should this happen, the victim would then be bound by Wisconsin’s statute of limitations. What are these laws, how can they impact your right to pursue compensation after a crash, and how can an experienced personal injury attorney protect your rights during [...]

admin2018-01-08T09:59:00+00:00January 8, 2018|Green Bay Auto Crash Attorney|

Most Commonly Experienced Auto Accident Injuries

Statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) indicate that, each year, more over two million people experience an automobile accident injury. While some may heal in a matter of days or weeks without any major medical intervention, others may experience serious long-term or lifelong complications, including temporary or permanent disability. In such instances, victims may be owed compensation to cover their losses, including their loss of future earnings. [...]

admin2016-12-28T09:54:00+00:00December 28, 2016|Green Bay Auto Crash Attorney|

Risk of Rollover Accident Higher for Some Vehicles – What You Should Know

Rollover accidents are among some of the least common types of automobile accidents, occurring in only about three percent of crashes each year. Unfortunately, they are also one of the most devastating types of accidents. They are so dangerous, in fact, that the small three percent of crashes are thought to cause as many as 30 percent of the auto accident deaths per year. The following information explains how you [...]

admin2016-11-09T09:11:00+00:00November 9, 2016|Appleton Car Accident Attorneys|

Study Reveals Concerning Information on the Accident Rate of Self-Driving Cars

Ever since self-driving cars became a reality, drivers and safety advocates have been on the edge of their seat, just waiting for their widespread release. Unfortunately, we may still be a long way off from that actually happening, especially since a study revealed that, mile-for-mile, self-driving cars have an auto accident rate that is higher than conventional, person-driven cars. There is a bright side, however. The following information explains further. [...]

admin2016-09-29T09:55:00+00:00September 29, 2016|Appleton Car Accident Attorneys|

Researchers to Test New Device that Could “Jump Start” the Brains of Comatose Patients

Each year, around 1.7 million Americans suffer from a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Of those, 275, 000 are hospitalized for serious injuries, such as a coma. Unfortunately, not all of these treated patients will survive. Others may be stuck in a vegetative state for much – if not all – of their lives. A new device, which was recently used to stimulate the brain of a comatose patient in California, [...]

admin2016-08-30T10:24:00+00:00August 30, 2016|Wisconsin Brain Injury Attorney|

Auto-Braking to Become the Next Standard Feature in Cars

Self-driving cars might still be a long way from becoming mainstream, but drivers may have a few stepping stones to tide them over along the way. Case in point: automatic emergency braking systems are expected to become standard features across all makes and models in cars. It might take a while, but consumer advisors are already telling drivers what they should (and should not) expect from automatic braking systems in [...]

admin2016-08-11T09:57:00+00:00August 11, 2016|Appleton Car Accident Attorneys|

Distracted Driver Month: Even at a Stoplight, Cell Phones Should Not Be Used

Most people are aware of the risks of distracted driving; they hear about them on the radio, on television, and even while on hold with their cell phone company. Yet far too many drivers ignore the dangers. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than eight people are killed in crashes involving a distracted driver, and another 1, 161 are injured. In hopes of [...]

admin2016-04-12T13:41:49+00:00April 12, 2016|Car Accidents|