Wisconsin Accident Injury & News Blog

Common Injuries Caused by Truck Accidents

A commercial truck accident is often much more devastating than a traffic collision with a passenger vehicle. The massive size and force behind a truck accident often causes victims who survive this type of accident to suffer from a wide variety of injuries. The dedicated Milwaukee truck accident attorneys at…

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NHTSA Orders Takata to Recall 2.7 Million Additional Airbags

The Takata airbag recall has expanded to include 2.7 million more vehicles from Ford, Nissan and Mazda, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The increase in the number of recalled vehicles comes after Honda confirmed a 12th U.S. fatality caused by an exploding Takata airbag in June…

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How Do I Prove My Injury Was Caused By Negligence?

A personal injury claim can be an effective method for recovering compensation for the pain and suffering you endured because of another’s actions. However, in most situations, you must be able to prove that your injury was caused by the at-fault party’s negligence in order to file a claim. This…

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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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Residents Provided Poor Care in Many Nursing Homes Despite More Oversight

A New York Times investigation into federally funded nursing homes found that facilities with frequent violations labeled “special focus facilities” consistently provided poor care to residents after being released from increased oversight. PKSD’s dependable Milwaukee nursing home abuse attorneys are dedicated to ensuring nursing home residents receive the exceptional care…

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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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How to Recognize Nursing Home Neglect

Unfortunately, neglect in nursing homes is not uncommon. Nursing home neglect occurs when a resident does not receive the level of care that he or she requires. Neglect can cause serious harm to a resident, including severe injuries, illnesses and infections. If you are unfamiliar with the signs of nursing…

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Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease Patients in Nursing Homes

In recognition of Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, PKSD’s dedicated nursing home abuse attorneys in Milwaukee are helping to raise awareness of the unique needs of residents diagnosed with dementia. Due to their illness, nursing home residents with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are at a higher risk of becoming victims…

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Comparative Negligence in Wisconsin

Like many states, Wisconsin uses comparative negligence as a standard to determine each party’s liability in an accident caused by negligence. Unfortunately, comparative negligence is often used by insurance companies and their attorneys to place an unfair amount of blame on the victim. At PKSD, our Milwaukee personal injury attorneys have…

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PKSD Newsletter: Playground Safety

With the start of summer comes more time outdoors and on local playgrounds. While playgrounds are the perfect location for fun, exercise and social interaction, they are also a hotbed for serious accidents and injuries. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), at least 200,000 children under…

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