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Determining Fault for a Backing-Up Crash
Backing-up crashes can cause severe or catastrophic damages, especially if the victim is a pedestrian. A lot of the time, the driver backing up may be the liable party, but is that always the case? Who else may be liable and how is fault determined for a backing-up crash? If…
Read MoreWhat if My Crash Was a Staged Insurance Fraud Scam?
After being involved in a car crash, victims may be unsure what steps to take next. However, what if the crash turns out not to be an accident at all, but a purposely staged scam? Staged car crashes are a common type of insurance fraud that targets unsuspecting drivers. These…
Read MoreRecall of Two Million MamaRoo Infant Swings Due to Strangulation Risks
The manufacturer of the popular MamaRoo and RockaRoo baby products has recalled over two million of its infant swings and rockers. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warns consumers that the straps of these products become a life-threatening danger when they are not in use. The unfastened straps hang…
Read MorePKSD Newsletter: Tips for Summer Boat, Jet Ski and ATV Safety
During the summer season, millions of people across the U.S. enjoy the thrill of water vessels and over a million ATVs. Unfortunately, these summer recreational activities can sometimes cause serious accidents and severe or fatal injuries. In 2021, there were 658 boating deaths and an additional 2,641 people who suffered…
Read MoreWhat if a Driver Lies After Causing a Crash?
After a crash, the driver who caused it may try to lie about what happened to avoid dealing with the consequences. Unfortunately, this situation could cause you serious complications if you file an injury claim. Worse still, it could harm your ability to recover compensation for your damages. At PKSD,…
Read MoreInsurance Policy Limits and How They Impact Your Injury Claim
Car insurance helps to protect you if someone else causes a crash and injures you in the process. Like most states, Wisconsin requires all drivers to carry at least the minimum amount of coverage. However, who pays if your damages exceed the at-fault driver’s policy limits? If another person caused…
Read MoreHow Skipping Medical Appointments Can Hurt an Injury Claim
Injured by someone else’s negligence and need to seek compensation? Learn how missing medical appointments could hurt your injury claim. At PKSD, you can meet with one of our qualified attorneys to discuss the unique details of your situation. This meeting is completely free, with no obligation to hire our…
Read MoreWhy Victims Should Avoid Social Media During an Injury Claim
Posting on Facebook, TikTok and other social media platforms provides many creative ways to update friends and family. However, there are times when social media could come back to bite you in a very unpleasant way. One prime example is when you are pursuing an injury claim after a car…
Read MoreHundreds of Iowa Nursing Home Complaints Not Investigated for Months
The Iowa Department of Investigations and Appeals (DIA) is the state’s regulatory agency responsible for nursing home facility inspections. Family members concerned that a loved one is being neglected, abused or receiving substandard care can submit a complaint to this agency. However, if the agency does not investigate a complaint…
Read MorePKSD Newsletter: How to Be Safer While Driving Around Semi-Trucks
June, July and August are notorious for being the worst months of the year for traffic fatalities. Not surprisingly, some of the deadliest summer crashes involve collisions with semi-trucks, buses and other large commercial vehicles (CMVs). While many of these fatal crashes could be avoided, are the truck drivers always…
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