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On April 03, 2018, Governor Scott Walker signed Assembly Bill (AB) 733 into law. AB 733 is a sweeping reform of the rules that govern civil litigation in the state. Among other things, the reforms will affect the discovery rights of plaintiffs in personal injury lawsuits starting July 1 of this year. During the discovery […]

Any accident on a road and highway can result in serious injuries that take months or years to heal. However, motorcycle accidents are especially dangerous, and even those at relatively low speeds can cause serious injuries or death. It has long been accepted that wearing a helmet can protect you from a head injury if […]

People often think that insurance companies are there to take care of them after a car accident. The truth is that their primary concern is to save as much money as they can. They often do this by offering you a small settlement or denying your claim. A personal injury claim denial does not follow […]

Much attention is paid to the total number of car accidents reported in a given year. But it is also worthwhile to examine car crash causes in order to locate possible patterns certain drivers exhibit. Learning which groups of drivers tend to be involved in the most car crashes could help shed light on negative […]

Whether you live in an area with heavy traffic or drive on a large highway to get to work, you likely share the Winter road with semi-trucks. In the winter, you may feel anxious when driving next to a semi-truck and unsure of how to keep yourself and others safe. If you are involved in […]

Unfortunately, workplace fatalities are a reality in Wisconsin. In 2017, 29 workers lost their lives because of a work-related accident. While any worker can suffer from a workplace fatality, they are more likely to occur in industries such as construction and manufacturing. Below is a list of the most common causes of workplace fatalities in […]

When you are hurt or lose a loved one in an accident caused by another person’s carelessness, recklessness, or intentional wrongdoing, then you have the right to seek compensation. In some cases, you go through their insurers and ask for a settlement paid out from an insurance policy. In others, you sue them directly. In […]

If you are involved in a car crash that was caused by another driver’s negligent actions, it can be easy to panic and feel like you don’t know what to do. But it’s important to remember that the other driver will need to compensate you for any injuries or damages, so you will need to […]

Getting into a car accident can be traumatic. The process of getting compensation for your injuries and vehicle damage can leave you shaken, as well. Fortunately, there are steps you can take in the aftermath of an accident that can greatly enhance the chances of you getting a good settlement from an insurance company. Following […]

Over the last three years, the number of car accidents in Wisconsin has been on the rise. There were almost 130,000 crashes in the state last year, resulting in the deaths of over 500 people. Distracted drivers are a significant cause of these casualties. In an attempt to make the roads safer, the Wisconsin state […]