Changes to Wisconsin OWI Laws Make 4th OWI a Felony
Driving under the influence is illegal in Wisconsin and the state has made penalties for repeat OWI offenses even more severe in recent years. Laws passed in 2016 and 2018 significantly increased the penalties for the 4th OWI. A 4th OWI is now classified as a felony and a conviction carries with it a lifetime revocation of your driver’s license.
2016 OWI Law Changes
In 2016, the Wisconsin State Legislature passed Senate Bill 455...
Wisconsin Car Accident Lawyer | Eisenberg Law Offices
Written by Steve Eisenberg on . Posted in Blog, Personal Injury.
Hire A Car Accident Lawyer If You Are In Any Of These 3 Situations
Wisconsin car accidents happen for many different reasons. Although frightening and unfortunate, sometimes an accident is just that, an accident. At other times, there may be more at play and you may wonder if it’s appropriate to consult a car accident lawyer.
While it never hurts to get a legal opinion of your situation, there are three occasions when seeking legal counsel is in your best interest.
Three Times...
Paying Medical Costs | Car Accident Medical Bills
Written by Steve Eisenberg on . Posted in Blog, Personal Injury.
How to Pay Your Medical Costs After a Car Accident
Car accident personal injury lawsuits are common after accidents that were caused by negligent or reckless drivers. Unfortunately, the time lapse between when the accident and related injuries occurred and when the lawsuit is settled can take months or years. How can victims pay for their medical bills, receive medical costs reimbursement, or pay for other accident-related expenses while waiting for their cases to resolve?
They usually...
OWI Charges | Wisconsin OWI Tips | Eisenberg Law
Written by Mark Eisenberg on . Posted in Blog, Criminal Defense.
5 Tips For Making it Through an OWI Stop in Wisconsin
It’s a sight no Wisconsin driver wants to see…flashing lights in your rearview mirror. The sense of apprehension can grow even stronger if you realize those lights are directed at getting you to pull over. If you’ve been drinking, you might feel panicked, angry, worried, or any combination of feelings.
Getting stopped for OWI is stressful enough. Don’t add to an already tense situation by being disrespectful or...
Winter Car Accidents Claims | Eisenberg Law Offices
Written by Steve Eisenberg on . Posted in Blog, Personal Injury.
Filing Claims For Winter Car Accidents in Wisconsin
Winter can be a challenging time to drive in Wisconsin. Ice, sleet, snow, and freezing rain are difficult to drive in on their own. When inattentive, inexperienced, or distracted drivers are thrown into the mix, it’s a perfect recipe for winter car accidents. In fact, Wisconsin ranks in the top ten states for having the most car accidents during wintery weather.
However, poor weather does not excuse drivers from driving responsibly....