Proving that you deserve compensation due to unsafe or defective conditions on someone’s property can be tricky. Like most personal injury cases, premises liability lawsuits involve proving negligence. So, how do you prove premises liability in Wisconsin? If you think you’ve got a case, here are some basic concepts you’ll want to know. What Is Premises Liability? This is the liability of a property owner when an injury happens on his/her property that was caused by some type of unsafe or defective condition on the property that is directly related to the injury and the property. For instance, if you slip and fall on someone’s property because they have not properly iced their sidewalks or because their walkways are cluttered with debris, the owner of that property can be held liable for your damages. Premises liability accidents … [Read more...]
Important Things to Know About Truck Accident Lawsuits
If you have never been in an accident with a commercial vehicle, you may not realize that pursuing a car accident lawsuit can be very different than pursuing a case against a truck driver. Truck accident lawsuits involve a number of factors that often do not apply to standard accident-related personal injury lawsuits, such as: The status of the truck driver’s license. Did the driver have a commercial license when he/she hit you? Depending on the type of commercial vehicle that a driver is driving, the vast majority of truck drivers are legally required to carry a particular type of commercial driver’s license. This is particularly true for larger, heavier vehicles like semis. If the driver who was responsible for your accident was not a licensed commercial driver, your personal injury case against the driver’s employer can change … [Read more...]
When to Hire a Milwaukee Lawyer for an Accident Claim
You should give thought to hiring a Milwaukee injury attorney if: The damages to your car are significant. Liability has yet to be determined. The accident claim amount does not provide fair compensation for the damages sustained to your motor vehicle. You're feeling pressured by the claims adjuster to make a quick decision. You're unsure on how to evaluate your accident claim. Your accident claim also involves injuries and/or lost wages. The insurance company has denied your accident claim. The other motorist or motorists involved in the accident have filed a lawsuit against you. The claims process has been drawn out without a settlement in clear sight, bringing in the statutes of limitations element into play. Call Gebhard Law Office today at 414-873-6550 to schedule a free consulation. … [Read more...]
Benefits of Hiring a Milwaukee Personal Injury Attorney
You won't need one for every auto accident claim you file, but if you've been injured in an auto accident for which you were not at fault, hiring a Milwaukee personal injury attorney can help you receive a fair settlement from your insurance company. It is possible to obtain a fair settlement without the help of a personal injury attorney, but you run the possibility of being taken advantage of by the insurance company. Below are two big reasons for hiring a personal injury attorney: 1. Knowledge of Personal Injury Laws Personal injury laws vary by state, and individual situation. Unless you are a law student or personal injury professional, you are likely unfamiliar with all the laws pertaining to personal injury claims. In other words, you probably do not know what you are legally entitled to, and could therefore be taken … [Read more...]
Choosing a Milwaukee Lawyer to Handle Your Car Accident Claim
When looking for a Milwaukee injury lawyer, be sure to ask the following questions: How much experience do you have with car insurance accident claims? What percentage of your work involves car accident claims? What results have you gotten in cases similar to mine? Can you give me an estimated guess on the possible settlement range? What are your fees? … [Read more...]