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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that every year, more than 700 traffic accident fatalities result from tire-related crashes. The term “tire blowout” refers to situations in which tires lose air rapidly, resulting in the loss of vehicle control. In a blowout, a tire quickly deflates, putting the vehicle at high risk for […]

The decision to pursue legal action against a nursing home on behalf of a loved one can be a difficult one. Without the knowledge and guidance of an experienced attorney, the process may be unnecessarily confusing and frustrating. Nursing home abuse lawsuits can take anywhere from 18 to 24 months, or longer. They require meticulous […]

Also known as white lining, lane splitting is the act of riding a motorcycle between lanes or rows of stopped or slow-moving traffic moving in one direction. In Wisconsin, lane splitting is illegal. In fact, California is the only U.S. state to allow lane splitting; the practice is currently prohibited throughout the rest of the […]

Suffering a serious injury is a challenging, disorienting experience. You may be facing exorbitant medical bills, time away from your job, and long-term changes to your life. If someone else caused your injuries, you may be unsure of your rights and how to move forward. If you are facing this situation, it is in your […]

Despite less driving in 2020, the yearly total of excessive speeding and fatal car accidents actually went up from 2019. According to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, auto accidents caused 593 deaths in 2020, up from 551 crash-related fatalities in 2019. As of May 30, 2021, there have been 166 deaths due to traffic wrecks […]

Nursing home residents have the right to live in an environment free of neglect and abuse. However, this right is violated when residents of nursing homes face one or more forms of abuse at the hands of staff members or other residents. Abuse is a broad term that encompasses a number of behaviors and actions. […]

Tractor-trailers and other large trucks require more space to make wide turns than smaller vehicles. When making a sharp turn to the right, for example, large trucks must first swing to the left in order to get enough clearance before executing a safe right turn. This type of turn often results in a traffic collision. […]

At one time or another, most of us have experienced frustration while behind the wheel of an automobile. However, when drivers allow their frustrations to lead to aggressive driving and road rage, they jeopardize the safety of themselves and everyone with whom they share the road. Aggressive drivers increase the risk for traffic wrecks and […]

The causes of car accidents are analyzed on a number of levels. How old was the driver? What kind of car was involved? What caused the wreck? While it is easy to get caught up in the statistics, it is important to realize these are more than just numbers. Accident statistics represent disaster, pain, and […]

If you have been injured in a hit and run accident, you need to know your rights. You may be facing high medical bills, pain and suffering, and time away from your job that you cannot afford. A car accident attorney can guide you through this difficult time, and help you pursue the full and […]