Know what not to do if you’re in a car accident The moment a car accident happens is an unpleasant jolt for everyone involved. It often results in people doing or saying things they shouldn’t as they try to maintain a sense of calm while dealing with what could be a horrible situation. If you have been in a car accident, it helps to know what you should not do in case your role in the accident is questioned. Don’t Leave the Scene Wisconsin requires those involved in...

Increase in Car Accident Injuries a Disturbing Trend Automobile safety has come a long way since the 1970s. A combination of vehicle safety regulations, a focus on reducing drinking and driving, and a general focus on enforcing traffic laws has made driving a much less dangerous activity than it once was.  Unfortunately, the last two years have started to show a reverse in the decline, with traffic fatalities increasing each of the last two years. Driving has become more deadly, both in the...

Personal Injury Attorney Explains The Importance Of Witnesses In PI Cases Most people have no idea how a personal injury case proceeds or what is required to achieve a fair  settlement or win a jury trial. It starts with a lot of prep work and evidence collection, one of the most important of which is the witness statement. There are three types of witnesses in personal injury cases: first-hand witnesses, lay witnesses, and expert witnesses. First-hand witnesses are people who saw the...

Know how a Madison WI Personal Injury Attorney can help with your case Hiring a personal injury attorney often seems like an obvious step to take if you’ve been in an accident. It is always a good idea to consult with an attorney instead of assuming you won’t need one. Here are 4 ways in which a personal injury attorney can help you with your injury claim. Take Over Much of the Communication After an accident, you need to concentrate on getting better and getting your car...

Homeowner negligence for roof fall When people work on rooftops, falls and injuries will sometimes occur. In some respects, this represents a hazard of the job. Still, when a homeowner’s negligence leads to an injury, the homeowner can be liable for damages related to the fall. The circumstances of the accident will help determine the extent of this liability. How Negligence Occurs A staple of personal injury law is that when a hazard is obvious and avoidable, a person who injures...