The widest, tallest, heaviest vehicles on our highways are commercial tractor-trailers. Because these big rigs can weigh 20 to 30 times as much as passenger vehicles, they often cause catastrophic injuries or fatalities in violent highway collisions. Fortunately,...
There are many dangers that drivers face at night that are rarely an issue during the day, such as low visibility. However, there for some reasons, the behaviors of those driving at night vastly differ from daytime drivers in important ways: Alcohol consumption It’s...
Being safe on the road is a big consideration for everyone. The good news is that newer vehicles have many safety features that weren’t present in older vehicles. This can help everyone on the road to remain safer. Even with these safety improvements, there isn’t room...
Even if everyone is unhurt, the moments after a car accident can be jarring and confusing. Most people find themselves struggling to think of all the information they should get before the scene clears. Consider writing down the following list and keeping it handy...
At the center of every motor vehicle accident is this question of fault. Who is at fault? Who is liable? Where does the fault lie? Fault – in a very basic sense – is the legal responsibility for an accident. In Wisconsin, fault is a complicated topic because we have...
In any property purchase, one of the most important aspects of your lawyer’s work for you is the title search. The title search reviews the entire purchase, sale and debt history of a piece of property and offers you an in-depth view of what is available and any...
When you’re driving, you should have your eyes on the road at all times. Until there are real other options for getting around without driver attention, you have to pay attention. However, your skill and attention aren’t the only things that matter. You must worry...
Electric vehicles (EVs) are the future of driving because they are popular and offer a low-emission transportation opportunity. And now, thanks to recently passed federal legislation, they will likely begin to be cheaper to buy for everyday Americans. However, there...
Looking at car crashes and fatalities statistics can give you an abstract view of the safety of Wisconsin’s roads. However, seeing the data laid out on a map offers a significant perspective. In looking at Channel 3000's traffic incident map, you can draw certain...
In most situations, someone will advise you to "never settle," but that advice is not necessarily valuable for personal injury matters. The vast majority of personal injury cases end with a settlement. However, there is a difference between a settlement and a "good"...
