Studinski Legal Blog

Many people have medical conditions that impact their day-to-day lives. Many people also have medical conditions that they don’t know about. In the context of a car accident, these are referred to as “pre-existing conditions” (or “pre-existing injuries”), and they can play an important role in the insurance claims process.  If you have a pre-existing […]

While rideshare drivers are working behind the wheel, they have the same responsibilities as everyone else on the road. This means that they must obey Wisconsin’s traffic laws at all times, and they must avoid getting distracted by their phones.  Unfortunately, car accidents involving rideshare drivers are far more common than they should be. From […]

Nursing homes have a legal obligation to ensure that their residents receive the care and support they need to live healthy and fulfilling lives. This includes ensuring that they have adequate access to medical care when necessary. As a result, if a nursing home is responsible for a delay in a resident’s medical care, the […]

If you have lost a loved one in a fatal accident, recovering the full compensation your family deserves will be important for managing the effects of the accident long-term. This includes recovering compensation for the loss of your loved one’s future earnings.  In Wisconsin, grieving families can recover compensation for all of the financial losses […]

When you suffer injuries in a car accident, you are entitled to compensation under Wisconsin law. Determining what constitutes “fair” compensation requires a comprehensive assessment of the facts of your case. This includes your percentage of fault (if any) in the collision under Wisconsin’s comparative fault rules.  Crucially, if you need to seek to recover […]

Poor truck maintenance is one of several potential causes of commercial truck accidents. From worn brake pads and tires to faulty hydraulic and electrical systems, various maintenance-related issues can cause truck drivers to suddenly and unexpectedly lose control.  When poor truck maintenance causes a commercial truck accident, there are two key steps for proving liability: […]

Nursing homes in Wisconsin are required to provide their residents with the care and support they need to live healthy and fulfilling lives. When nursing homes fail to do what is required, they can—and should—be held accountable. In many cases, nursing home residents rely on their caregivers to assist with their medications.  Residents may need […]

After a semi-truck crash, there are two critical things you need to prove in order to recover just compensation.  First, you need to prove who (or what company) is responsible for causing the accident. This involves conducting a comprehensive investigation, and it is important to hire a truck accident lawyer to investigate your accident as […]

If you have been injured or lost a loved one in an auto accident in Wisconsin, you need to make sure you file a car accident claim before you run out of time. Serious and fatal car accidents can lead to significant financial and non-financial losses, and filing a timely claim can be essential for […]

If you have been injured in an auto accident in Wisconsin, hiring a car accident lawyer will be a key step in the recovery process. While you aren’t required to hire a lawyer, it is up to you to make sure you are seeking just compensation for your present and future losses. When you hire […]