How Long Do I Have to File My Injury Lawsuit in Wisconsin?
We’re always adamant that our personal injury clients in Wisconsin contact us as soon as possible. Many people wonder how long they have to file their injury claim and lawsuit. The short answer is 3 years. According to Wisconsin’s Statute of Limitations: “893.54– Injury to the person. The following actions shall be commenced within 3 years or […]
Injured in Wisconsin? Beware of Shady Insurance Websites and Companies
If you’ve recently been injured, your first call is usually to your insurance company and your second call is to find an injury lawyer in Wisconsin. Your hope is always that both of these parties can help and will have your best interest in mind. Sadly. That’s not always the case. Our injury lawyers in Wisconsin have […]
Canadian Woman Sues Whirlpool after Dishwasher Fire
If a product that is supposed to be safe injures you in any way, you should speak with an injury lawyer. For example, in Canada, a class action was recently filed in the Supreme Court of British Columbia by Natalie Bickert against Whirlpool and related companies. Bickert claims that on December 11, 2012, her dishwasher ignited, […]
Gen X vs. Baby Boomers: Who Are Better Drivers?
Which generation is more likely to need a car accident lawyer? As car accident lawyers, we’ve worked with drivers of all ages in Wisconsin. We can’t say we can comment on which demographic has better drivers, but AllState just released some interesting numbers that stack Generation X up against Baby-Boomers and other generations. They surveyed a number of […]
Which Areas in Wisconsin Have Dog Bans to Prevent Dog Bites?
Many areas in Wisconsin have taken action to protect their residents against aggressive dog breeds. Below is a list of local communities that have banned, restricted or declared certain types of dog breeds to be “vicious” or “dangerous.” The full list can be seen at www.dogsbite.org. If You’ve Been Attacked by a Dog in Wisconsin, Call a […]
Oregon Woman Wins $725,000 for Slip and Fall on Sidewalk
Always call an injury lawyer if you slip and fall. Here’s why you should always call a personal injury lawyer if you slip and fall on someone’s property. Earlier this month, a woman from Oregon was awarded $725,000 in a lawsuit involving a slip and fall. Tammy Schoening, 52, slipped on loose gravel and fell with her […]
What Do I Do if I Get Into an Out-of-State Car Accident?
Get into a car accident outside of Janesville or Beloit? Our car accident lawyers know that your collisions aren’t just limited to Janesville and Beloit. People get in car accidents out of their home city and their home state. While it may seem more stressful, the process is actually pretty close to what you would go through […]
Is it Legal for Motorcycles to Run Red Lights in Wisconsin?
You might have read about a little-known traffic law in Wisconsin allowing motorcyclists to run red lights. But is it true? What are the motorcycle traffic laws in Wisconsin, and how do they affect traffic light protocol? Motorcycle personal injury lawyer Steve Caya is an experienced biker and survivor of a motorcycle crash. He understands the […]
What are Wisconsin Driving and Texting Laws?
Don’t text and drive in Wisconsin or you’ll need a traffic lawyer Most states now have some sort of traffic laws in place to keep people from texting while they drive—and Wisconsin is no different. The law states, “No person may drive, as defined in s. 343.305 (1) (b), any motor vehicle while composing or sending an […]
Injured Canadian Sues Corning and World Kitchen Inc. for $1.15 Million
A Canadian man has become the first person to successfully launch and win a personal injury lawsuit against cookware mega-company Corning Incorporated and World Kitchen Inc. 10 years after his initial injury, London, Ontario’s Lanny Stilwell was recently awarded $1.15 million for the injuries he sustained as a result of Corning’s products not having sufficient warning labels […]
Woman Receives $792,968 for Slip and Fall
Earlier this week, a federal jury ruled in favor of Pennsylvania’s Barbara Ferguson, who said she injured herself at work after a slip and fall incident with a box that was used as a makeshift doorstop. Ferguson was awarded $792,968.16 and four defendants were found to have been negligent in the case. While working at the Pathmark […]
Why are Motorcyclists Riding without Insurance?
If you have read any of my blogs, you will see that the topic that is of greatest importance to me is the issue of insurance. I have received another phone call from a potential client who was involved in a serious motorcycle accident that illustrates why this subject is vital to motorcyclists, or anyone […]
In Wisconsin, a Hit and Run Isn’t Defined by Someone Fleeing
If you’re involved in a hit and run accident in Wisconsin, you will definitely want to speak to a car accident lawyer. However, a hit and run doesn’t require someone to leave the scene of an accident right away. According to Wisconsin Statute 346.67, someone striking a person or attended vehicle is required to: Give his […]
Wisconsin Man Gets 6 Years for Ordering Dog to Bite Victim
Wisconsin’s Richard Lisko was recently found guilty of one count of false imprisonment and one count of first-degree reckless injury, after tying up another man and ordering his dog to bite. Lisko was tried on Thursday and sentenced to six years in prison and six years of extended supervision. According to the victim Joel Kennedy, Lisko […]
How to Find an Injury Lawyer in Wisconsin
The state of Wisconsin offers you a number of options in terms of picking an injury lawyer. Each has their strengths and areas of expertise. So how do you select the firm or individual who will best represent you in a court of law? It’s not a straightforward question, because your situation is unique and no […]
What Happens if I Slip and Fall in Wisconsin? Can I Sue?
When You’re Injured in a Slip and Fall, You Must Know Your Options Most people who slip and fall on a sidewalk will wonder if they can sue. But very few people know the specifics in Janesville or Wisconsin when it comes to slip and fall injury law. That’s why you need a personal injury lawyer seasoned in this kind […]
Can I Sue if I’ve Been Bitten by a Dog in Wisconsin?
What to Do After a Dog Bite It’s unfortunate, but dog bites do happen. If you’ve suffered serious injuries from a dog bite in Wisconsin as the result of a negligent owner, a lawsuit may be your best course of action. Increase your chances of a receiving a large settlement by following these steps for reporting a […]
Can I Sue if I’m Injured in a Bike Accident?
As more of us “go green,” we’re seeing more bikes on the road. That includes more people biking to work, or just around town. So what are Wisconsin’s injury laws, in cases where you’re in a bike accident, or someone injures you? Do you need an injury lawyer? First of all, the bicycle is defined as a vehicle. […]
Should You Represent Yourself in a Personal Injury Claim?
Many times, I meet with potential clients who have attempted to handle their personal injury claims on their own without consulting a lawyer. Trying to handle your personal injury claim without consulting a lawyer is a RECIPE FOR DISASTER. It may sound self-serving for me to make that statement since, as a practicing personal injury lawyer, it is […]
The Danger of Delaying Pursuit of Your Personal Injury Claim
Recently, two very serious motorcycle accidents occurred in my area. The first resulted in death to a passenger on the cycle and the second to the cyclist himself. In both cases I had some contact from family members and friends concerning my representing the survivors in claims against the wrong doers. The first of these […]