A slip or fall that results in personal injury is never a good thing. But when it's on another person's property, the issue of premises liability arises. Premises liability holds property owners and occupants responsible for maintaining the safety of the property. Here's what you need to know about building a case for personal injury and premises liability. Premises Liability: Building a case Just like any case, there is a time window for reporting a claim for personal injury. According to Wisconsin State Statute 893.54, you have three years from the date of the injury to file a claim in court. If that injury also caused damage to your property, say a cell phone or watch, you have six years to file a claim in court. To win a case and receive compensation for personal injury, the plaintiff must prove negligence. Personal Injury Lawyer … [Read more...]
Assault, Battery and Personal Injury: Finding a Lawyer in Milwaukee
According to the Wisconsin Department of Justice, there were 9,758 cases of simple assault and 6,400 cases of aggravated assault in Milwaukee County. It's important to know how to seek legal action if personal injury is the result of an assault and battery. Here's what you need to know about finding a personal injury lawyer for assault and battery. What is Assault and Battery? Wisconsin State Statute 940.01 defines assault and battery as, "whoever causes bodily harm to another by an act done with intent to cause bodily harm to that person or another without the consent of the person so harmed is guilty of a Class A misdemeanor." Assault can be both verbal and physical. Threatening physical harm against someone is punishable in the court of law. Battery often refers to using weapons, hitting someone with a car or having sexual … [Read more...]
Personal Injury Due To Faulty Road Construction
Car accidents are often the cause of negligence. Faulty road construction can cause car accidents and result in injury for a number of reasons. As Milwaukee spends a considerable amount to fix and maintain it's highways and roadways, it's important to keep an eye out for changing road conditions. Here's what you need to know about personal injury due to negligent road construction. The Facts on Faulty Road Construction Car accidents in work zones are more common than you think. The Federal Highway Administration estimates that over 96,000 crashes occurred in work zones in 2015. Just over 26 percent of these crashes resulted in an injured motorist. Statistics also show that the number of crashes in work zones rose 42 percent since 2013. Faulty road construction refers to a number of conditions that hinder a person's driving … [Read more...]
Injuries from Boating Accidents in Milwaukee
Accidents can happen no matter what type of vehicle you drive. With countless lakes, Wisconsin sees a fair share of boating accidents. If you or your loved one has been injured in a boating accident, educating yourself on Wisconsin's boating laws will ensure that you get the compensation that is deserved. Boating Accidents in Wisconsin Did you know there were a total of 106 boating accidents reported in Wisconsin in 2o17? According to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), this resulted in 79 injuries and 25 fatalities. The DNR reports that the number of injuries increased from 74 to 79 from 2016 to 2017. A majority of the incidents resulted from alcohol use and reckless/inexperienced operation. With boating incidents being so common, it's important to know how you can seek legal action if you experience injuries. Boating … [Read more...]
Medical Malpractice: What You Need to Know
Medical malpractice can have devastating effects on individuals. From misdiagnoses to improper treatment of a disease or injury, the long-term consequences are often serious. But what is it exactly? Medical malpractice (also called medical negligence) is when a health care provider neglects proper care to patients, resulting in further injury or even death. According to a study by Johns Hopkins, more than 250,000 people die from medical error each year in the United States. In fact, the study suggests that errors may now be the third leading cause of death in the U.S. If you’ve suffered prolonged injury or illness due to malpractice, here’s what you need to know about the laws surrounding malpractice. What Are Non-economic Damages? Wisconsin State Legislature defines non-economic damages as “moneys intended to compensate for pain … [Read more...]
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