If a child is injured in an accident where he or she was not at fault, a parent or legal guardian is the proper party who can file a lawsuit on behalf of the minor. Wisconsin law recognizes the unique situation that arises when a child is injured in an accident. There are three special rules that […]
While many associate speed and driver inattention when they think about the causes of accidents, failure to properly maintain a vehicle accounts for many accidents each year. Car crashes caused by poor maintenance are preventable. Checking for wear on tires, taking warning lights on the vehicle dashboard seriously, and bringing vehicles to a mechanic regularly reduce […]
A recent study shows that the use of many illegal substances is down among U.S. teens. The only substance that did not see a decline in usage was marijuana, which remained stable. Conducted by the National Institute of Health (NIH), the results are based on the Monitoring the Future (MTF) survey of teenagers in the eighth, tenth […]
Traveling by foot is a great way to get exercise, reduce traffic, and help the environment. There are also risks and safety considerations all pedestrians should learn about as this group is the most vulnerable travelers on roads and sidewalks. Pedestrian Traffic Accident Rates Pedestrian accidents involving cars are common. In the next 24 hours, it is […]
Each year, around 2.5 million people visit the emergency room for a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Some of those visitors are children who sustained their injury during an automobile crash. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of TBI among children and young adults between five […]
If you believe that your safety is being threatened or you are suffering harassment from another person, you may be eligible for a restraining order. In Wisconsin, there are five types of restraining orders (or orders of protection) including: 1. Harassment 2. Domestic Abuse 3. Child Abuse 4. Individual at Risk 5. Juvenile Harassment A harassment […]
Slip and fall accidents happen often and in many different locations. According to the National Floor Safety Institute, there are over one million slip and fall emergency room visits each year. As the name suggests, these incidents occur when a person slips and falls to the ground. The cause of the accident can be a liquid on […]
If you are a gun owner, it is important that you understand gun laws in Wisconsin. Failure to follow these rules could mean facing serious criminal charges. Quick Gun Law Overview Wisconsin is an open carry state. This means that gun owners can carry a loaded gun in public. Gun owners do not need a permit […]
If you have been injured in a car accident, there are steps you can follow to help your case, should you choose to file a personal injury claim. One easy thing is to take photos and record videos in the moments after your accident with your smartphone. Many people forget to document the accident scene. Photos […]
A new law enacted by the Wisconsin Legislature and signed by Governor Walker in April 2016, became effective on January 1, 2017, sharply increases penalties on repeat drunk driving cases. 2015 Wisconsin Act 371 makes a fourth drunk driving offense a felony for all purposes, regardless of when the previous OWI convictions occurred. Under previous law, […]