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How to legally protect oneself after an accident
Car accidents are scary and stressful experiences. The shock of the collision can disorient even the most veteran driver and cause them to make mistakes. Wisconsin law requires that accident reporting follow a specific protocol based on the seriousness of the crash....
How to safely share the road with semi-trucks
For many commuters, driving alongside a big rig on the road is a daily occurrence; but that doesn’t make it any less intimidating. After all, the average two-ton car is no match for a fully loaded semi weighing in at 40 tons. But while it usually takes two drivers to...
How road rage can affect your safety on public roads
Road rage doesn't seem to make the news as much as it once did, but it is still a shockingly common occurrence on roads all over the United States. People let their emotions get the best of them while driving, leading to dangerous driving or even violence. Research...
Watch out in Wisconsin for boaters who drink and “drive”
Are you raring to get your boat out and take advantage of the Wisconsin summer? So are hundreds of others. It’s a chance to get some fresh air and sunshine while maintaining a safe distance from other people. Whether you prefer a cold beer or a chilled glass of Pinot...
Car accident leads to ejection and serious injuries
A Wisconsin man, 28, suffered serious injuries after being thrown from his vehicle in a head-on crash. He did survive the incident, but he had to be rushed to a medical center for treatment. The crash happened on Sunday, May 24, right around 7:55 p.m. The man was...
You can be a safe driver and still get injured
It’s wise to do all that you can to be a safe driver. This generally means becoming a defensive driver, actively attempting to keep yourself safe and following all traffic laws. Just don’t put too much stock in your own abilities. You can still get injured in an...
Children are more at risk for dog attacks
Dogs can and do attack people of all ages, every year, but children in particular face a high level of risk. There are a few different reasons for this that it is important for parents to understand. First of all, many children simply love dogs and do not comprehend...
Having children in the car does not prevent distracted driving
When someone engages in distracted driving practices, such as texting and driving, they rarely think about the people that they may hit if they get into an accident. It’s easy enough for them to just think of it from their own position. They know it puts them at risk,...
When does premises liability apply if you get hurt at a business?
If you own your own home, you probably already know a little bit about premises liability. After all, your mortgage company would have insisted that you purchase a homeowner's insurance policy, likely funded through an escrow account, in order to protect you from...
Do you have protection from drivers without their own insurance?
If you cause a serious motor vehicle collision, you have liability under Wisconsin law for any injuries you may cause to other people, as well as property damage that they suffer as a result of the crash. That financial liability is why you carry an insurance policy....
