If you have been seriously injured in a car accident, the aftermath can be scary and confusing as you try to assess the extent of your injuries, determine who was at fault, and figure out how to cover your immediate medical expenses. One common and especially challenging factor is the possibility of injuries that are not immediately apparent or visible on the surface, which is one reason why it is [...]
If you have been seriously injured in a car accident, the immediate aftermath can be incredibly difficult. You may need emergency treatment in hopes of saving your life and your physical abilities, and you may then face the prospect of covering the high medical expenses you are likely to incur. Your long-term future can be just as challenging if your injuries result in chronic pain or make it impossible to [...]
Here in the United States, rear-end collisions are the most common of all car accidents. According to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), upward of 1.7 million rear-end crashes occur each year, throughout the United States. Rear-end collisions can result in major damage to your vehicle and serious injuries to you and your loved ones. If you have been involved in a rear-end collision, it is time to speak with [...]
In the state of Wisconsin, car accidents are much more common than many would assume. According to the Wisconsin State Department of Transportation, approximately 144,212 car accidents occurred statewide, throughout 2018 alone. After being involved in a car accident, it is important to remain calm and composed. Your actions in the immediate aftermath of an accident can impact the safety of yourself, other passengers, and the possibility of securing financial [...]
When people think of negligence leading to car accidents, they tend to envision drunk drivers or drivers speeding far above the legal limit. In all reality, there are many forms of negligence that can lead to a motor vehicle collision. Drowsy driving has become one of the most serious traffic safety issues here in the United States. If a person drives an automobile when he or she is sleep deprived, [...]
Every year, millions of Americans suffer injuries in motor vehicle collisions. In rare instances, car crashers may occur without negligence (for example, when a deer darts in the path of a car from a camouflaged location), but most crashes occur due to driver negligence. If you or a loved one has suffered after being involved in an auto accident that was caused by the negligent or reckless actions of another [...]
Every year, tens of thousands of Americans are fatally injured in motor vehicle collisions. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 36,560 people lost their lives in car accidents in 2018. This means a person is killed in a car accident every 14 minutes. If a member of your family has been killed in a collision, you will want to understand your legal options for addressing the financial [...]
Despite ongoing efforts to improve safety on the roads, car accidents occur regularly. Even those who drive as safely as possible and take precautions to protect themselves can become involved in a collision through no fault of their own, and most drivers will be involved in at least one car crash during their lifetime. In the state of Wisconsin, dozens of people are injured in motor vehicle collisions every day. [...]
Millions of Americans suffer injuries in motor vehicle collisions every year. These injuries can range from relatively minor cuts and bruises to life-threatening trauma and permanent disabilities. Regardless of the severity of an injury, it can affect a victim for months or years after an accident. In addition to physical injuries, a car accident can have a long-term psychological impact, and many victims suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). If [...]
Following most collisions, drivers are required to stay at the scene of the accident. If it is safe to do so, drivers should exchange information with each other, and in many cases, it is best to contact law enforcement and have officers file a police report. However, there are some cases in which a driver flees the scene of a car accident. This may occur for a variety of reasons, [...]
