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Internal Injuries That Often Occur in Auto Accidents

An internal injury is one of the most dangerous types of car accident injuries. If these injuries are not treated immediately, they can cause serious complications or death. If you suffered an internal injury from a car accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for…

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How to Pursue Compensation After a Hit-and-Run Accident

Even though fleeing the scene of an accident is illegal in Wisconsin and every other state in the nation, drivers across the country continue to do it. These incidents are commonly known as hit-and-run accidents, and if you are involved in one it is critical to know the steps to…

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Guide to Car Accident Head Injuries

Car accidents are one of the leading causes of traumatic brain injuries in the nation. In 2013 alone, 383,293 people sustained a traumatic brain injury in a car crash, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. These injuries are notoriously underreported so the actual number of head…

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Suffering PTSD After a Car Accident

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a lingering anxiety disorder that often follows a traumatic event in which the victim was at risk of acquiring a serious injury, dying or was physically threatened. When a victim survives a single-incident traumatic event, like a car accident, the victim may suffer from psychological…

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7 Tips to Help With Your Defensive Driving

Although you may be a safe and responsible driver, you can never assume the motorists traveling next to you are as well. To ensure your safety, you should always use defensive driving techniques on Wisconsin’s roadways. PKSD’s dedicated Milwaukee auto accident attorneys have provided these useful defensive driving tips that…

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Common Types of Wrist Injuries Caused by Car Accidents

The wrist is a fragile part of your body that can sustain serious damage during a car accident. A wrist injury can cause long-term effects that may impact your health, ability to work and interfere with your daily routine. PKSD’s team of experienced Milwaukee car accident attorneys understands the impact…

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Wisconsin’s Statute of Limitations for Car Accident Claims

The statute of limitations is a time limit used by state and federal courts that dictates the amount of time you have to file a civil claim to recover damages. Each state imposes its own statute of limitations for civil action that you must follow for a court to consider…

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PKSD Newsletter: Pedestrians Pay the Price of Distracted Driving

In this month’s issue of the PKSD newsletter, our personal injury lawyers discuss the dangers pedestrians face from distracted drivers. The number of fatal pedestrian-related auto accidents has increased significantly in recent years. Between 2014 and 2015, pedestrian deaths increased by 10 percent and the number of bicyclists killed by…

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How an Attorney Can Help You in a Car Accident Claim

Although car accident claims may seem simple and straightforward, there are some cases which become complex and may require legal guidance to settle. If you are unfamiliar with the claims system, it may be in your best interest to consult with an experienced attorney who can help you file a…

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April Has Been Declared Distracted Driving Awareness Month

Distracted driving is a serious issue that has concerned many U.S. traffic safety advocacy groups and law enforcement agencies in recent years. To address the problems caused by this high-risk behavior, April has been declared Distracted Driving Awareness Month to raise public awareness and help prevent this dangerous driving behavior….

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