Outdoor summer fun often revolves arounds spending quality time around a campfire, telling stories and singing songs. However this fun family past time is also one of the most dangerous parts of the summer months. Bonfire or campfire accidents are the among most common cause injuries involving fire. Often, these types of accidents occur when […]
By Attorney Steven McGaver The Fourth of July is right around the corner, and fireworks stores across Wisconsin are gearing up for their busiest seasons. Before you buy your share of explosives, make sure you read these tips to make sure that your Fourth of July display isn’t ruined by blue and red lights. 1. You […]
The U.S. Department of Transportation reports that over 300,000 large trucks were involved in collisions in 2012 with 104,000 people injured as a result. This number of injuries was an 18 percent increase from the previous year. Injuries resulting from a truck driver fatigue accident can range from bruising and aggravated pain to severe injuries such as broken bones, […]
Many people have a mistaken belief that much of a lawyer’s job is done during the trial, examining witnesses, talking to the jury, and convincing the judge that their side is right. While these skills are certainly important, focusing on them ignores all the groundwork that goes into a case before trial, and it ignores […]
Winter is coming, which means that inclement weather is on the way. According to the Federal Highway Administration, it also means a spike in traffic accidents. While Wisconsin drivers are familiar with driving in ice and snow, they may not be so familiar with the legal ramifications for it, particularly if there is an accident. Although […]
Bicycles have become increasingly popular over the past decade as the cost of gas has risen and people have taken a more active interest in the health of the environment. In fact, according to statistics published by a bicycle industry magazine, bike sales have increased more than five percent over the past three years alone. While this […]
Wisconsin has a large amount of open land, perfect for riding ATVs on, and with winter approaching, it will soon become time for people to start breaking out their snowmobiles as well. While these vehicles can be fun for experienced, responsible riders, they also pose a danger. According to statistics compiled by the Wisconsin Department of Natural […]
Deer collisions are a common problem for Wisconsin drivers, but it pays to be extra vigilant during the end of the year since it is their mating season, the time when deer are most active. In fact, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s statistics, there are over 18,000 deer collisions in Wisconsin every year, […]
Any traffic accident has the potential to cause death or serious injury, but truck accidents can be especially problematic. A truck’s sheer size and weight can mean that truck accidents are especially likely to result in fatalities. In fact, according to statistics compiled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, large trucks represented only four percent of vehicles on […]
Despite the fact that many people may likely end up involved in a lawsuit at some point in their lives, most people do not understand the way that a lawsuit progresses. It can be a good idea for people who are about to file a lawsuit to understand the phases it goes through. This enables […]