Like all motorists, Uber and Lyft drivers are required to have personal auto insurance; however, there may be restrictions to that policy if the driver is using their car “for profit,” which means the driver may not be covered while driving for a rideshare service.
However, the company the driver works for is required to have insurance that covers their driver.
While using a rideshare service is easy and convenient, there may be many factors that can impact car accident case liability and compensation. It’s important to seek legal advice from personal injury attorneys well-versed in car accident rules and liability to ensure you are fully covered. See More
Many factors can influence the amount of a typical car accident settlement. Those factors can include the state in which the collision occurred, the severity of the accident, the severity of the car crash injuries sustained and the total amount of damages incurred.
GTW fights for higher settlements on behalf of its clients. Recently, Madison partner Bob Gingras was recognized for his work on a drunk driving car accident case in which the settlement amount made the list as one of the Top 100 Motor Vehicle Accident Settlements in the U.S. by TopVerdict.com. See More
Yes, most injured persons do not realize they are entitled to the full value of their medical treatment - not just their copays or deductibles.
You may also be entitled to punitive damages, such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, and lost wages. Our personal injury lawyer team can help determine this. See More
Immediately following a traffic accident, you may feel stressed, overwhelmed and in shock, so before speaking to any insurance company representative, it is crucial to contact a personal injury lawyer for advice.
In general, you should not do or say the following:
- You are not hurt - Always seek medical treatment from a healthcare provider before making any declarations or signing any documentation about your injuries.
- You are at fault - Simply stick to the facts when providing the details of the accident.
- Agree to any terms - You may not be aware of the full extent of your losses. These losses may include physical or emotional health, property, lost wages, pain and suffering, etc. Agreeing to anything prior to consulting legal advice could be detrimental.
In Wisconsin, your insurance company likely requires uninsured motorist coverage in addition to your liability insurance.
By definition, an uninsured motorist is anyone who does not carry auto insurance, has underinsured motorist coverage - or does not have the appropriate liability amount, or whose insurance will not cover the claim.
That means if you are hit by an uninsured motorist, your insurance company will take over and can compensate you for any injuries, up to the limits of the policy.
That uninsured motorist coverage also kicks in if you are involved in a hit-and-run accident.
However, if you are involved in a car collision with an uninsured motorist, you can still file a personal lawsuit against the at-fault party. See More
In Wisconsin, someone is designated as “at fault” and is accountable for reimbursing any damages such as bodily injury, property damage, lost wages or pain and suffering, incurred by another party. See More
Wisconsin law requires all drivers to have car insurance policies. The minimum liability coverage is as follows:
- $25,000 for injury or death of one person
- $50,000 for injury or death of two or more people
- $10,000 for property damage
The statute of limitations is a time limit established by the laws of Wisconsin, and it determines how long you have to file a lawsuit. The statute of limitations varies depending on the details of your car accident, so we recommend you pursue your case immediately. See More
If you are injured in a car accident that is not your fault, the other driver and their insurance company are ultimately responsible for compensating any property damage, medical bills, lost income or pain and suffering. See More
Yes, most injured persons in a car accident do not realize that they are entitled to the full value of their medical treatment. This includes the actual cost of the treatment, not just their copay or deductible. Oftentimes, insurance carriers attempt to reduce damages by offering to pay only “out of pocket” expenses, which leaves the injured person less than whole.
While your health insurance carrier has to pay for your medical expenses, they also have the right to be paid back. This is generally referred to as subrogation.
Keep in mind that you may be entitled to more than medical expense reimbursement. Punitive damages such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, lost wages and more are often part of personal injury cases. See More
While your health insurance carrier has to pay for your medical expenses, they also have the right to be paid back. This is generally referred to as subrogation.
Keep in mind that you may be entitled to more than medical expense reimbursement. Punitive damages such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, lost wages and more are often part of personal injury cases. See More
If a person dies as a result of a car accident, it can become a wrongful death case. Spouses, parents, children, siblings and grandparents may have a claim for wrongful death. The relationship with the deceased will dictate the priority of the claim. The types of damages that can be sought depend on this relationship and can include financial support that a survivor would have received, value of household services that would have been provided by the deceased, loss of companionship, affection, love, care, comfort and society, loss of consortium (sexual relations) for the surviving spouse, as well as funeral and burial expenses. See More
