Can the Insurance Company Hire a Private Investigator to Spy on You?
Insurance companies often use several tactics to devalue or deny claims. One of these tactics may be to hire a private investigator to conduct surveillance of a car accident victim. An insurer will try to use any information the investigator uncovers against you. They are looking to protect their best interests and not yours. Our […]
Read MoreWhat to Know About Stacking Uninsured Motorist Benefits in Wisconsin
Uninsured Motorist coverage on your auto policy provides bodily injury coverage when you are involved in an accident with another vehicle that is not insured. Your auto insurance policy has certain coverage limits. If you carry the minimum required uninsured motorist coverage ($25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident), the maximum available for any one […]
Read MoreLiability for Damages Sustained in a Drowsy-Driving Accident
Most people have been behind the wheel while feeling fatigued. However, few truly know just how dangerous drowsy driving can be. According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), nearly 100,000 accidents each year are due to drowsy driving. Drowsy drivers could be held liable for injuries and any damages that resulted from the […]
Read MoreWho May be at Fault for a Collision When a Vehicle is Going in Reverse?
Many types of collisions occur on Wisconsin roads each day, including collisions while driving in reverse. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that about 30,000 accidents per year involve one or more vehicles backing up. You may think these estimates are too high or that because backing up incidents often occur at low […]
Read MoreWhat Are the Advantages of Settling a Car Crash Claim?
Most car crash claims are resolved in one of two ways: reaching a settlement or going to court. The best option will depend on the particular circumstances of a case. In some cases, going to court may result in a better outcome. However, there are a number of factors that can make settling more favorable. […]
Read MoreTalking to Doctors About Your Car Crash Injuries
When we visit the doctor for a checkup or to ask about a medical issue we are experiencing, sometimes we forget to mention things. You may not think that certain thing is worth mentioning but doctors can only treat symptoms they know about. This is especially important after being injured in a car crash. Being […]
Read MoreFault for a Blind-Spot Accident with a Commercial Truck
All vehicles have blind spots that reduce visibility in front, back and to the sides. When drivers fail to check their blind spots before changing lanes, they can cause serious accidents. The same is true for commercial truck drivers. The larger the vehicle, the larger the blind spot and the more damage that can happen […]
Read MoreHow is Liability Determined in Accidents Involving Delivery Vehicles?
Every day, there are more and more delivery vehicles on the roads, transporting packages or takeout food. This puts other drivers at greater risk of being involved in an accident with delivery drivers. These accidents can result in serious injuries and significant property damage. If you were in an accident involving a delivery driver, you […]
Read MoreWhy Admitting Fault for a Crash Could Hurt Your Claim
After a crash, tensions often run high. It is normal to not think clearly. Offering an apology to the other party involved may come naturally to you even if the crash was not your fault. Perhaps you may be partially to blame for what happened, but some crash victims apologize when they probably should not. […]
Read MoreLegal Liability for a Crash Caused by an Elderly Parent
As parents get older, adult children often have many concerns and difficult decisions to make. One concern is discussing when it may be time for an elderly parent to stop driving. Having a driver’s license is a way for the elderly to maintain their freedom. However, with age comes medical conditions that can make them […]
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