Even with the protection of gloves, leathers, helmets, boots, and safety goggles, motorcycle riders are at an extremely high risk for serious injury. This is due, in part, to the lack of encasement around them. However, they are also at an increased risk because, more often than not, other drivers simply do not see motorcycle […]
Most Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries
/in Motorcycle Accidents/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPEven with the protection of gloves, leathers, helmets, boots, and safety goggles, motorcycle riders are at an extremely high risk for serious injury. This is due, in part, to the lack of encasement around them. However, they are also at an increased risk because, more often than not, other drivers simply do not see motorcycle […]
Excessive Force and Police Brutality
/in Criminal Defense/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPThe viral YouTube video of a young Wisconsin woman’s arrest has outraged a community and caused local leaders asking heavy and important questions. All parties want a review of the details. Law enforcement officials say one will be conducted, but such investigations often sway in favor of the officers on duty. That leaves the general […]
Practicing Yoga or Tai Chi May Help Reduce Your Risk of a Slip and Fall Injury
/in Premises Liability/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPAccording to the National Safety Council, approximately 2.5 million people are treated in emergency departments for slips and falls each year. Some of those falls happen at home, some happen at work, and still others occur at business establishments in premises liability accidents. A new study suggests that practicing yoga on a regular basis could reduce your […]
Dealing with a DUI/OWI Charge in Wisconsin
/in Operating While Under the Influence/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPGetting caught behind the wheel while intoxicated can have serious consequences in the state of Wisconsin. It can affect your ability to drive, result in jail time, and even have an impact on your employment opportunities if listed on your criminal record. Furthermore, the process of dealing with a DUI (driving under the influence) or OWI (operating […]
Study Finds Higher Crash Rate for Truck Drivers Who Fail to Adhere to Sleep Apnea Treatment
/in Truck Accidents/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPObstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a medical condition that temporarily stops a sufferer’s breathing while they sleep. This can disrupt sleepiness and often leads to excessive daytime sleepiness. This symptom, which can be caused by a number of other factors or conditions, is thought to be responsible for as many as 20 percent of all large […]
Assaulting an Officer Could Soon Be Classified a Hate Crime
/in Criminal Defense/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPAssaulting a police officer is already considered a severe crime. However, a bill recently proposed in Wisconsin could turn police attacks into a hate crime. This could make defending those charged with assaulting a police officer much more difficult. Furthermore, it could increase the penalties of those who are charged with crimes related to officer assault. […]
Researchers Devise a New Strategy to Determine if Whiplash Will Have Long-Term Consequences
/in Personal Injury/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPWhiplash has remained one of medicine’s strange mysteries, especially in cases where there are long-term pain and complication. However, a new study has devised a way that may help in predicting which patients are likely to experience long-lasting symptoms, which can prove to be beneficial in ensuring proper treatment and interventions are provided. Though only a […]
Understanding the Consequences of a Drug Charge in Wisconsin
/in Drug Crimes/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPDrug charges are one of the most complicated criminal matters in the state of Wisconsin. This is because there are so many different factors used to determine the consequence. Able to impact your life in ways that you may not have even considered, it is critical that you understand these consequences and how you can […]
The Dilemma of Self-Driving Cars
/in Car Accidents/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPEarlier this year, legislation proposed a $4 billion investment into getting self-driving cars. However, the recent death of a Tesla driver, some problematic matters regarding the autonomous nature of driving, and cost factors highlight some pretty disturbing issues with self-driving cars. In fact, it is highly possible that drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists could be at […]
Law Enforcement and Media Finally Taking a Closer Look at Wisconsin’s Heroin Epidemic
/in Drug Crimes/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPOver the last couple of years, the number of Wisconsin residents suffering from a heroin addiction has been rising, but law enforcement and the media have only recently started to look at the situation as an epidemic that warrants discussion. Now considered a “public health crisis,” it is thought to affect as many as 6,700 residents and […]