Filing a claim isn’t the same as settling one. So, yes, you can still proceed with suing after an insurance claim has started. Your insurance claim is a request for compensation. A lawsuit is a legal demand for compensation and accountability. Wisconsin law preserves your right to bring a lawsuit against the at-fault party (and […]
A car accident can lead to life-altering injuries and the victim may be left struggling with mounting medical bills, lost income, and prolonged pain and suffering. If the accident occurred due to another’s fault, but they are underinsured, it may get harder to recover compensation from the at-fault driver’s car insurance company. In this situation, […]
A car accident can be physically and emotionally devastating, but the situation becomes more complex when the negligent driver has no insurance. Wisconsin requires motorists to carry auto liability insurance, but many drivers violate this law. In uninsured motorist accidents, it is important to consult an experienced personal injury lawyer to explore your options for […]
Following an accident involving a serious injury, the personal injury claims process that insurance companies usually adopt is designed to delay, devalue, or deny valid claims. Insurance adjusters may sound empathetic, but they will work to minimize the fair compensation you’re owed for your medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. The insurance adjuster […]
If you have been injured in a car accident, your first concern is probably getting your medical bills paid and covering any lost income. But what if you think the crash was partly your fault? Can you still recover compensation? Drivers in Wisconsin are legally mandated to carry liability insurance to make sure they can […]
According to the traditional fault-based (tort) liability system in Wisconsin, the driver legally determined to have caused the accident is responsible for covering the medical expenses of those injured. But this is only possible if the injured victim can provide sufficient evidence to establish liability. Once fault is proven, the injured party has the right […]
After a truck crash, you may receive a settlement offer from the at-fault party’s insurance company. While it may be tempting to accept the first insurance offer after a truck accident—especially when you’re physically, emotionally, and financially overwhelmed—doing so can be a costly mistake. Insurance companies are for-profit businesses whose primary goal is to minimize […]
Truck accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries and fatalities, requiring extensive legal investigation to determine fault. Proving negligence in truck accidents is a complex process that involves gathering evidence, analyzing federal and state trucking industry regulations, and demonstrating how the at-fault party’s actions caused the accident and injury. Legal Basis for Proving Negligence in a […]
Immediately after you have been injured in an accident, it’s natural to be confused, in pain, and maybe a little angry. However, if you (and other passengers in your car) have sustained serious injuries, you must regain clarity of mind to make sure you take the required steps for a successful insurance claim. In this […]
If you drive a car or routinely ride as a passenger, there’s always a risk of an accident resulting in severe injuries due to another’s fault. The first notion you need to abandon at that time is that the insurance company is on your side. You may not know this, but by the time you […]
Distracted driving is a leading cause of car accidents across the United States, contributing to thousands of injuries and fatalities each year. While many people associate distracted driving solely with texting or talking on the phone, there are four distinct distracted driving types: visual, manual, cognitive, and auditory. Each of these common driving distractions can […]