Car Accidents
18-Year-Old Driver Charged in Fatal Milwaukee Hit-and-Run
On Feb. 26, a young Milwaukee man fled a hit-and-run accident in a stolen Chevy Tahoe and struck several vehicles, killing an older couple only one block away from their own home. Eighteen-year-old Michael E. Hobbs was charged Thursday with two counts of second-degree reckless homicide, two counts of hit-and-run…
Read MorePreventing Accidents and Injuries During Bad Weather
Many parts of the country are dealing with heavy snowfall and glacial temperatures and the snow and ice covering the roadways can pose a serious threat to you and your vehicle. Stay in Control in Icy Conditions Anyone heading out in blistering conditions must be aware of their surroundings, especially…
Read MoreMulti-Car Crash in Parking Lot Raises Questions About Elderly Drivers
When a 92-year-old man hit nine parked cars in a Piggly Wiggly parking lot on Feb. 13, many people began to ask whether that driver should still be allowed to take the wheel. The accident took place around noon on Friday in Mayville, when an elderly driver attempted to exit…
Read MoreLake-Effect Snow Causes Car Accidents
Slippery conditions and intense lake-effect snow contributed to several car accidents in Milwaukee on Sunday. Officials blame blowing snow fueled by wind gusts for massive whiteout conditions on interstates 94 and 43 north for the slippery conditions and low visibility. While no air travel was disrupted, officials reported nearly 14 crashes, spin outs and disabled vehicles…
Read MoreMilwaukee City Council Approves $124 Million Streetcar
After years of debate, the proposal to put a streetcar downtown will finally move forward. The Milwaukee City Council has approved a controversial $124 million streetcar connecting downtown and the lower east side. The cost to relocate the utilities for the streetcar project has been an extremely contentious issue.Initial cost…
Read MoreDrugged Driving On the Rise While Drunken Driving Decreases
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently released a report indicating drivers may be moving away from drunken driving but toward another disturbing trend: driving under the influence of drugs like marijuana and other illicit substances. According to the report, the number of drivers testing positive for alcohol in…
Read MoreTeen Drivers and Older Cars: A Deadly Combination
Teen drivers and older cars are a deadly mix. Not only are car crashes the leading cause of death among teens, but a study also found that half of teen crash deaths happened in older vehicles. According to a study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), almost half…
Read MoreSteps in a Car Accident Lawsuit
You’re hit by a car while driving your child to school because another driver fell asleep at the wheel. Luckily, your child was not harmed but your neck and back are stiff. As the days and weeks pass, you are dealing with doctors appointments, filing claims through your insurance and…
Read MoreWisconsin Traffic Fatalities Reduced in 2014, Data Shows
The numbers are in for the state of Wisconsin, and it appears that the number of traffic accident fatalities in 2014 were less than those in previous years. Unfortunately for residents of Dodge County, however, the number of accidents resulting in death here took a sharp upturn. According to statistics…
Read MoreTraveling for the Holidays? Prevent Road Rage!
Gathering with friends and family during the holidays may be one of the most joyful experiences we get all year. Its a great time to catch up and be near the ones you love, but there are a few drawbacks. Unfortunately, all that travel to get together coupled with more…
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