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Can Parents Be Liable for a Car Crash if Their Teen Was Driving?
It is well known that teen drivers, with little experience, training or acquired skills combined with many and varied distractions, have an increased risk for having a car crash. If your teen causes an accident, can you be held liable for the injuries and damages to the other party? The…
Read MoreWisconsin UM/UIM Motorists Claims Amid COVID-19
Amid the fallout from COVID-19, Wisconsin’s unemployment rate skyrocketed to 14.1 percent in April, causing approximately 393,000 residents to file new claims for unemployment benefits. According to US News and World Report, this percentage of unemployment has not been seen in Wisconsin since the Great Depression. In Milwaukee alone, more…
Read MoreWho Pays for Medical Treatment After a Rear-End Auto Accident?
Fault for a rear-end auto accident is typically assigned to the driver who hit the car in front of his or her vehicle. However, there are some rear-end collisions where both drivers could share liability. When this happens, determining who is responsible for your medical bills may not be immediately…
Read MoreWhat Can You Do If the Insurer Denies Your Car Accident Claim?
After a car accident, your first step is typically to pursue a claim through the insurance company, but what can you do if your claim is denied? PKSD shares the common reasons an insurance company may deny a claim, as well as what options you may have if it happens…
Read MoreWho is at Fault if a Car Hit Me While I Was Turning Left in Milwaukee, Wisconsin?
Left-turn accidents happen far too often, and they often cause serious or catastrophic injuries. Table of Contents What Causes a Left-Turn Collision in Milwaukee? Rules of the Road for Left Turns in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Is the Driver Turning Left Always Liable for Causing a Crash? The Burden of Proving Negligence…
Read MoreIs PIP Insurance Available in Wisconsin?
People often confuse personal injury protection (PIP) insurance with Wisconsin’s MedPay coverage. Although PIP insurance is not currently offered in Wisconsin, MedPay, which is another type of optional coverage, is available in the state and may benefit you after a car crash. Like PIP insurance, MedPay covers you even if…
Read MorePKSD Newsletter: How Holiday Party Hosts Can Help Prevent Drunk Driving
The holidays affect individuals differently each year. Some are excited for the opportunity to celebrate with family and friends, while many others may feel lonely or depressed. One thing is for sure: holiday parties and get-togethers often involve more drinking than other events during the year. Thanksgiving weekend is the…
Read MoreShould You Call the Police After a Crash if You Are Not in Pain?
Calling the police after a car accident that resulted in significant injuries or property damage is very common. However, accident victims who do not initially feel pain or see other signs of an injury may decide it is quicker and more convenient to simply exchange their information and forego contacting…
Read MorePursuing an Uninsured Motorist Claim in Wisconsin
Wisconsin state law requires all motor vehicle operators to carry liability insurance. However, if you are hit by a driver who is either uninsured, underinsured, or worse still, you are the victim in a hit-and-run accident, you may be able to turn to your own insurance to help pay for…
Read MoreOptions for Wisconsin Drivers Hit by an Underinsured Driver
If you get severely injured in a car crash, it is possible the at-fault driver will not have enough insurance coverage to pay your damages. If the at-fault driver only has the minimum insurance policy, a severe injury could quickly exhaust his or her coverage. You still have legal options…
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