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, [...]
In the United States, the commercial trucking industry plays a massive role in exporting and importing goods nationwide. Recognizing the integral involvement that the trucking industry has in our economy, it should come as no surprise that millions of commercial truck drivers travel on American roadways each day. Unfortunately, when accidents involving these large vehicles occur the results can be disastrous. Due to the sheer size difference between a commercial [...]
Studies show that approximately every seven hours, a pedestrian is injured or killed in a car accident in the state of Wisconsin. According to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, 1,252 car accidents involved pedestrians throughout 2016. While only 49 pedestrians suffered fatal injuries in these collisions, an incredible 1,181 pedestrians suffered injuries that required medical attention. If you or a loved one has suffered a pedestrian injury, it is time [...]
Whenever a family member or loved one dies, the person’s survivors are likely to experience a great deal of emotional pain and sorrow. In order to get closure and try to move on from the difficult situation, friends and family members may try to understand the reasons behind the death. If there is justification to believe that negligence or improper acts led to the person being killed, the family members [...]
The state of Wisconsin is full of beautiful terrain, and many people enjoy spending time in the great outdoors. One popular way to experience the state’s parks and nature trails is by riding all-terrain vehicles, or ATVs. However, drivers and passengers of these vehicles can suffer serious injuries when accidents occur. Those who have been involved in an ATV accident should consult with an attorney to determine their options for [...]
As hunting season comes to a close, statistics regarding this year's gun injuries and deaths have been announced, and it was found to be the deadliest in years, experts say. So deadly, in fact, that the number of fatalities surpassed the number of hunting-related deaths over the last five years combined. Several others were also injured, making this year one of the most dangerous in quite some time. Incidents Attributed [...]
Construction is widely considered to be one of the most dangerous industries due to the number of workers injured and killed every year while on the job. However, construction workers are not the only ones who risk sustaining serious injuries in or around a construction site. The dangers of a construction site can cause injury to anyone who is near the site, even if workers are not present. Sites should [...]
