After you lose a loved one, you need time to grieve and manage the changes in your life. If your loss comes from someone else’s negligent or intentional act, you may have a right to sue for wrongful death. An experienced Madison attorney can help you understand your rights in a Wisconsin wrongful death action. Basis for the Claim Before you can file a wrongful death claim, your loved one has to die due to someone’s negligence or intentional behavior. Further, it has to be someone...

When a person is injured due to what they believe was someone else’s actions, they have the right to file a personal injury claim. Our Madison, WI attorneys often see personal injury lawsuits arise out of car accidents and slip and fall cases, but they can also arise from incidents like dog bites, boating or swimming pool accidents, nursing home abuse and even medical negligence. Filing a lawsuit after you’ve been injured because of the actions or inactions of another party isn’t...

Steps to take following a commercial truck accident Accidents involving commercial semi-trailers and passenger vehicles are an entirely different animal from accidents involving cars and pickups only. The large size and massive weight of a semi create a bigger risk of more severe injuries. The steps you take after a truck accident mimic what you do in any traffic accident to an extent but also take on more urgency. Get people to safety, tend to injuries, and call emergency services. Injuries...

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month This April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and while most people now know what distracted driving is, they don’t realize that they are likely taking part in it daily. Distracted driving can be as dangerous as drowsy or drunk driving, and in fact, it can be worse, because your guard is completely down and you don’t have a sense that something is off even though you’re sober and awake. Take a look at what distracted driving...

Properly maintenance can prevent car accidents If you are driving in the Madison, Wisconsin area, you need to do what you can to prevent car accidents. Safe driving requires more than just following speed limits and traffic rules. You also need to maintain your vehicle. If you get involved in a car accident, you may be responsible if the accident results from your failure to properly maintain your vehicle. Heeding these warning signs can help you avoid liability. 1. Worn Tires Your...