Feds Ask Questions About Why GM Failed to Recall Dangerous Vehicles
General Motors has recalled 2.6 million vehicles including Chevrolet Cobalts sold between 2003 and 2007. The GM vehicle recall was prompted by a faulty ignition switch that could cause the vehicle to turn off suddenly when on the road. If the car turns off unexpectedly, the power steering, air bags and power braking also fail to […]
Electronic monitoring could prevent truck driver fatigue
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has recently updated rules on maximum on-duty hours and maximum drive time for truckers. The update is an attempt to reduce drowsy driving crashes. Victims of collisions can use evidence of rule violations to obtain compensation if they are involved in an accident with a tired trucker. A Janesville […]
Injured By the Negligence of a Family Member or Friend?
Often times, especially in automobile or motorcycle accidents, passengers in a car or on a motorcycle suffer injuries due to the negligence of a family member or friend. Such injuries may be quite serious including brain injuries, fractures, neck and back pain, shoulder injuries, etc. Many times people who have been seriously injured in a […]
Fatal Crashes Due to Marijuana Use Have Tripled
In the state of Wisconsin, Assembly Bill 480 and Senate Bill 363 would legalize the use of marijuana for medical purposes. If the legislation passes, Wisconsin would join a growing number of states in the U.S. in liberalizing drug laws. Medical marijuana may have proven health benefits, but the relaxation of marijuana laws has also […]
New Study Shows that Concussions Can Cause Persistent Brain Changes
The dangers of brain injuries have become more apparent in recent years, with research revealing that repeated concussions increase the risk of dementia and have a long-term impact on the brain. While most people now know that a blow to the head can be dangerous, some may assume that only a serious brain injury can […]
The danger of signing a release shortly after an accident
For those injured in an accident and who receive compensation from an insurer, the insurer will require that you sign a release as a prerequisite for receiving compensation. Releases are fairly standard in terms of their language. Every release will include language indicating that in return for receiving a certain sum of money, the injured party releases […]
Have You Had Embarrassing Information Posted on Social Media by Others?
Wisconsin Law Provides Relief I have been reading with interest recent articles that discuss situations where an individual suffered humiliation and embarrassment due to some private information posted on facebook or twitter. These situations almost always involve photos that were meant to remain private, but have now been published to the world. Oftentimes these photos are […]
New Bill Aims to Protect Wisconsin’s Vulnerable Highway Users
If you’ve been hit as a cyclist or pedestrian, our auto accident lawyers in Janesville and Beloit can help you get financial compensation. Now, a new Bill is looking to double the penalties for motorists who hit “vulnerable” people like this. Sen. Luther Olsen, R-14th District, has introduced a bill to double the penalties for […]
Legal Leaders Magazine Names Steve Caya One of Wisconsin’s Top Personal Injury Lawyers
Legal Leaders Magazine has named Steve Caya one of Wisconsin’s Top Personal Injury Lawyers for 2013. “I am very appreciative of this award” states Caya. “I am very pleased to know the client service my staff and I provide is acknowledged by our peers as being exceptional”. Contact me today for a free consultation. We take […]
Will a Viral Video Hurt an Injury Lawsuit?
Our injury law firm in Janesville and Beloit have seen some unusual circumstances surrounding injury lawsuits, but we’ve never faced something quite like this. A viral video of a Scout leader toppling a rock formation hit the internet a few weeks ago. There are two problems with it. 1) That’s defacing a national monument, and he’s […]
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 […]