Unless you are one of those folks who spend the rest of the year looking forward to fresh snow and a cozy fireplace, you are not going to be happy with what we have to say next. Winter is coming and snow is just around the corner. According to The National Weather Service, “the average […]
read MoreAccording to statistics reported by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, an average of approximately 50,000 vehicle accidents occur each winter as a result of snowy and icy weather conditions. Each year, these accidents result is approximately 45 fatalities and 5,000 injuries. Upon consideration of these numbers, it becomes clear that driving in Wisconsin winter weather conditions […]
read MorePedestrians naturally experience a greater level of risk in a collision with a vehicle than a driver or others in the vehicle due to the lack of protection around them. That, however, should not make it acceptable for the number of pedestrian deaths to increase when more new vehicles come equipped with advanced safety features […]
read MoreMany Wisconsin car accidents occur due to the negligence of one or both drivers. If you were involved in an accident, you may be able to recover damages to cover medical expenses and other accident-related costs by filing a negligence claim against the other driver. The Elements of Negligence When you file a negligence lawsuit […]
read MoreLearning to drive can be an overwhelming process for a Wisconsin teen, but by the time a person reaches adulthood, they may not think much about climbing into their car and starting up the engine. Undoubtedly, experience can make a driver more comfortable behind the wheel of their car, but no driver should ever deprioritize […]
read MoreWhen a serious car accident occurs, the people involved can suffer severe injuries in a number of ways. Traditionally, our readers would be correct to believe that, in most cases, the other party that caused the wreck – a drunk or distracted driver, etc. – would be the party to be held liable for the […]
read MoreWisconsin residents who have been in a serious car accident oftentimes have more questions than answers. First – what happened? Who caused the accident? Was anyone else hurt? How bad are my injuries? Any number of questions can pop into a person’s mind during a trying time like this. Getting the answers can seem like […]
read MoreWinters can be brutal here in Wisconsin. In January of 2019, dangerously cold arctic air spread across the Mississippi, bringing record freezing temperatures lower than -50 degrees Fahrenheit. Unfortunately, severe winter weather can be dangerous for many travelers. When temperatures are below freezing or when there’s sleet on the road, it can increase a driver’s […]
read MoreThe winter season in Wisconsin is a time of increased risk on the roadways. There can be heavy traffic on the days right before and after the major winter holidays, increased risk of drunk driving associated with celebrations and winter weather issues independent of holiday celebrations. As temperatures drop and snow falls, the roads become […]
read MoreIt can never be too early, but it can surely be too late. Snowfall can happen in November around the east-central waters, but we usually wait for December for a good snow cover. When a major snowstorm comes in October, even responsible snowmobilers sometimes get a little carried away. Thinking about snowmobile safety not only […]
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