As regular readers of our blog undoubtedly know, the most popular vehicles in our part of the U.S. –and similarly more rural, less urban places – are pick-up trucks. These versatile vehicles can tow trailers and boats, ATVs, hay, and firewood, as well as carry tools,...
It’s that time again: the bell has rung at Wisconsin public schools to signal students that summer vacation has arrived. After a long and difficult year, kids can look forward to 2+ months of freedom and warm weather. For teenagers with a Wisconsin driver’s license,...
Taking the first steps to get a mortgage on a home would have been an exciting process. During this time, you'll likely have been feeling optimistic regarding what the future held for you and your family. However, a mortgage is a huge responsibility, since you'll need...
Many people purchase small boats because they can be less costly and easier to transport or store than larger ones -- but are they safe? Statistics compiled by the U.S. military show that at least 80% of all boating fatalities involve occupants of boats 26 feet or...
Data published by the Community Associations Institute in 2017 showed that nearly 70 million Americans lived within a community governed by cooperative, condo or homeowners associations. Another study published in 2015 by the Coalition for Community Housing Policy in...
Sometimes, people walk away from a car crash thinking everything is fine only to find out later that they are seriously injured. While major injuries are often obvious after a crash, some signs of an injury may not immediately present themselves. Most people will...
Sometimes in life, we are adversely affected by other people's actions. This is especially true in a situation such as a car accident in which another driver's reckless actions led you to suffer from injuries. This can be an extremely difficult situation to deal with,...
Some parts of buying a house make more sense than others. Looking at the property and then having someone else inspect and appraise it helps ensure that you pay a reasonable price and know the condition of the property you intend to purchase. A title search, on the...
There may be many different circumstances and dangers that could result in a serious burn. These include open flames, hot liquids, chemicals, steam, electricity, heated objects, house fires, and electrical fires. A burn is a particularly dangerous type of injury, as...
Distracted driving is still among the most serious issues drivers deal with on the road. Distracting driving includes any behavior that a driver engages in that takes their mind off what they’re doing. Distracted driving has been around long before cell phones, but...
