Wisconsin Accident Injury & News Blog
Staying Safe in the Most Dangerous Intersections in the Milwaukee Area
Last spring, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported on some of the most dangerous, crash-prone intersections in the Milwaukee area. The Journal Sentinel reported on crash statistics from 2012 to 2016, showing the high number of crashes and injuries at these intersections. Below, we discuss some of these dangerous intersections and…
Read MoreReasons You Should Avoid Following Other Vehicles Too Closely
Too many drivers tailgate other vehicles, which means they drive too close behind them. This is a top cause of car accidents, particularly in high traffic or when there is bad weather, such as snow, rain, or ice on the roads. Tailgating is dangerous for a variety of reasons, and…
Read MoreWhat Causes Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect?
Nursing home abuse is a shocking form of mistreatment of some of the most vulnerable people in our society. Victims and their families often wonder how such things happen. There are actually many factors that make nursing home abuse more likely. These things do not excuse the behavior, and victims…
Read MoreCompensation for Passengers in Car Accidents
When a car accident occurs, and you are a passenger in one of the vehicles and not one of the drivers, how do you obtain compensation for your medical expenses and other damages? If you ever get injured as a passenger in a car accident, there are answers to some…
Read MoreAssisted Living Facilities Struggle to Provide Care for Dementia Patients
The fastest-growing group of assisted living residents is those with different types of dementia, like Alzheimer’s. This is partly because these facilities have marketed themselves to these kinds of patients. However, an analysis of inspection records by Kaiser Health News shows many facilities are having a very hard time providing…
Read MoreSevere Neglect at Nursing-Home Chain Run by Private-Equity Firm, the Carlyle Group
The Washington Post analyzed inspection records from the second-largest nursing-home chain in the nation, HCR ManorCare, and found that tens of thousands of residents were exposed to serious health risks. The chain went bankrupt in March, even though it is owned by the Carlyle Group, one of the world’s wealthiest…
Read MoreReport Finds Blatant Disregard for Safety at Veterans Nursing Home in Massachusetts
In the spring, staff members at a Brockton, Massachusetts veterans nursing home knew federal investigators were coming to look for signs patients were being neglected. However, that did not stop some staff members from going to sleep during their shifts. Sleeping staff members is just one of the many problems…
Read MoreMistakes to Avoid After Suffering an Injury in a Car Accident
Most drivers do not know what to do right after getting injured in a car accident. It is difficult to stay calm and think clearly, particularly when you are in pain in the immediate aftermath of a traumatic car crash. However, sometimes the things you should not do are just…
Read MoreStrategies for Avoiding an Accident with The Hop MKE, Milwaukee’s Streetcar
As you know, on Friday, Milwaukee’s new streetcar, The Hop MKE, will begin to operate downtown and in some of the areas surrounding downtown. This is an exciting time for businesses and people who frequent the downtown area. There will still be cars on the road in the downtown area…
Read MoreHow to Safely Share the Road with Milwaukee’s New Streetcar, The Hop MKE, Starting on November 2
On November 2, Milwaukee’s streetcar, The Hop MKE, will begin operating in the downtown area and surrounding neighborhoods. This could help improve mobility and connections in the area and help support economic development for nearby businesses. However, the streetcars will be sharing the road with other cars, creating the potential…
Read More