Author: Steve Eisenberg

Prevent car accidents with these helpful maintenance tips Good driving habits play a large role in preventing accidents, but the shape your car is in is just as important. Mechanical failures can make your car difficult or impossible to operate and stop. Knowing how to maintain your car is key to avoiding problems on the road. Have Brakes and Tires Inspected Regularly Old brakes may not have the best stopping power, especially if the pads are on their last legs. Tires that are in bad...

Are you covered for an accident in a rental car? When you rent a car, you are in an unfamiliar vehicle, often driving in an area you don’t know. Unfortunately, this can be a recipe for accidents. If someone else causes the accident, you can sue that person for damages. When you cause it, though, you will often depend on liability insurance to help pay the costs. Depending on your circumstances and your coverage, this can present its own problems. Rental Company Insurance Rental...

In Wisconsin, parents are usually liable for their teen’s car accidents As a parent, some of the greatest anxiety you face comes when your teen child is ready to drive. It isn’t just worrying about where they go, but how safe they will be. They are still learning and will be some of the least experienced drivers on the road. And in Wisconsin, if your teen causes an accident, you might be held liable for damages. You will want to work with an experienced attorney to help. Liability...

Future Medical Expenses and Compensation Claims Any time a person is injured in an accident, there is the potential for future medical expenses. Long-standing injuries can arise whether the accident was due to another person’s negligence or not, but when it is due to another’s negligence, there is a possibility of obtaining financial compensation from the one responsible for the accident. This can be incredibly helpful for victims who face ongoing medical needs. Although it’s...

Some tips for dealing with your insurance company after a car accident Your insurance company is usually on your side when you get into an accident. However, the sheer amount of communication you have to initiate and track — not to mention the records and other paper trails you may have to obtain or monitor — can make you feel like the opposite is true. The process of filing an insurance claim and recouping costs does not have to be that complicated, and if you know what to do...