Personal Injury

Your insurance company will be one of the first calls you make after a car accident. Once you're assured that everyone is okay and has received medical treatment, your next thoughts will likely turn to insurance coverage. Although you pay premiums to retain auto insurance coverage, that does not guarantee you will receive a financial payout equivalent to your needs after an auto accident.

It's hard to believe, but winter is almost here again. That means it's time to review how to drive safely during the colder months, and this year it's especially important to pay attention because so many people have done so little driving for so long. Even those who have had to travel daily for essential work may find the conditions different enough that winter driving becomes more difficult. Here are some reminders for staying safe while driving during Wisconsin's winters.

When you win a trial verdict or a settlement for personal injuries and other damages from an automobile accident, it feels like the end of a long road. Still, you have more to work through. The way the parties classify the settlement can determine how much of what you collect is taxable. Plan to work with an experienced personal injury attorney who can help you understand the tax consequences of your settlement.

Highway driving creates potential hazards every day. Some of the most damaging accidents come when large trucks change lanes unsafely. The size of the vehicle and the highway speeds involved create a dangerous combination. If you have been in an accident with a commercial truck, you may be able to recover damages.

It's normal to feel shaken up after a car accident. It's even normal to have some muscle pain and bruising or worse if the accident was severe. What is not normal is lingering pain, movement restrictions, or cognitive problems. If any of those situations occur, you may be looking at a more serious injury that requires medical attention and possibly legal attention.

An accident in which a car hits a motorcycle can be devastating for both parties involved. It can also become complicated when the driver of the car claims he or she didn't see the motorcycle and thus couldn't avoid the accident. It is possible to determine in court who is really at fault in the accident and whether the driver's claims are accurate.