Wisconsin OWI Archives - Herrling Clark Law Firm

Seeking Compensation After Being Hit By a Drunk Driver in Wisconsin

In the state of Wisconsin, thousands of drivers make the reckless decision to drive while under the influence of drugs or alcohol each and every year. According to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, more than 28,000 people were arrested for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) throughout 2015 alone. Despite the fact that driving while impaired can come with significant legal ramifications, drivers still choose to put their own life and the [...]

admin2022-07-29T15:16:12+00:00July 12, 2020|Drunk Driving Accidents|

How Common Are Drunk Driving Accidents in Wisconsin?

For drivers in the state of Wisconsin, it is illegal to operate a vehicle while under the influence of an intoxicating substance. A driver is considered “under the influence” if his or her ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired. A person may face criminal charges of Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) if he or she is found to have a BAC (blood alcohol content) of .08% or higher while [...]

admin2022-07-29T15:19:25+00:00October 30, 2019|Drunk Driving Accidents|

Wisconsin Wrongful Death: Homicide by Intoxicated Use of a Vehicle

A man from Neenah has been charged with the homicide of a Winneconne woman after driving drunk and crashing earlier this month. The man was charged with homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle, possession of marijuana, and possession of cocaine with intent to deliver. At around 1:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 29, a Kaukauna police officer discovered an SUV that had struck two power poles in the 800 block [...]

admin2014-12-19T13:57:32+00:00December 19, 2014|Car Accidents|

Underage Drinking and Driving Accidents in Wisconsin

Underage drinking can cause a host of problems ranging from alcohol dependence, violent crimes, and even death. However, a growing concern is now the presence of young drivers who get behind the wheel after consuming alcohol. In fact, in 2010 traffic accidents caused by underage drinking and driving cost approximately $255 million in damages in Wisconsin alone. In 2009, there were 31 fatal traffic accidents and 1, 529 non-fatal traffic [...]

admin2014-08-30T07:00:48+00:00August 30, 2014|Car Accidents|