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Wisconsin personal injury attorney for ear injuries caused by negligence Ringing in the ears (aka tinnitus), hearing loss and other types of damage to the ear can result from head and neck injuries in a car accident. Air bags are another common culprit, as they can injure the inner ear and cause temporary or permanent loss of hearing in one or both ears. If you’ve been experiencing ringing in the ears, ear pain or hearing damage after a motor vehicle accident, you may be entitled to financial compensation for your medical bills and other expenses. Can you sue? It all [...]

Shoulder pain after an accident needs to be taken seriously. Whether the pain appears immediately or is delayed, the message is the same: something is wrong with your shoulder. The shoulder joint involves three bones, multiple soft tissues, and has the largest range of motion of any joint in the body. This complexity makes the shoulder more vulnerable to injury in a motor vehicle collision or slip and fall accident. If your accident was caused by someone else’s negligence, you have the right to seek compensation for your shoulder injury and associated pain. Unless your shoulder pain is very [...]

Know when it’s worth consulting a car accident attorney After a car accident, dealing with your insurance company, the other driver’s insurer, medical care and missed work can quickly get overwhelming. Fortunately, deciding whether or not to get a lawyer to handle your car insurance claim is fairly straightforward. In these four situations, having an attorney on your side can be more than worth it: 1. You were injured in the accident First things first: if you have any sort of injury from the accident, get it checked out by a doctor. In the first hours after the crash, shock and adrenaline [...]

In some personal injury cases an accident victim is entitled to sue for loss of enjoyment of life. Loss of enjoyment damages are part of overall compensation for pain and suffering, not a standalone cause of action. Specifically, loss of enjoyment of life focuses on the long-term implications of the injuries. A financial recovery for loss of enjoyment compensates victims for things like: Decreased life expectancy Diminished overall health Loss of a limb and/or mobility Loss of sight, hearing, taste, smell or sensation Inability to participate in activities enjoyed before getting injured (such as a career, volunteer work, hobbies, socializing) [...]

Getting compensated for loss of consortium, society & companionship Accidents cause harm beyond property damage and physical injury. Victims can also lose relationships and the benefits relationships provide, like companionship and assistance. Wisconsin personal injury law provides opportunities for accident victims to claim financial compensation for all their losses, including loss of consortium. Family members of accident victims can also file a claim for loss of consortium when the accident ended their ability to participate in a meaningful relationship with the victim. What is loss of consortium? Loss of consortium is the damage suffered in relationships between spouses or family [...]

It’s hard enough dealing with injuries and medical treatments after a motor vehicle collision. Don’t let the accident ruin your financial life too. When injuries resulting from negligence require medical care, victims are entitled to seek full compensation for the costs – including any treatment you may need after your claim is settled. The more serious your injuries, the more is at stake. Partnering with an experienced personal injury lawyer greatly improves your chances of getting the maximum settlement you deserve under Wisconsin state law. Who pays the victim’s medical bills from an accident? In a typical case, the driver found to be [...]

When you’re injured because of someone else’s mistake, the physical and financial harm can turn your life upside down. Whether it was a careless driver who caused a car crash or a negligent property owner who failed to maintain a safe premises, the effects are the same. You now have serious injuries, a crushing financial burden and are forced to miss work without pay. You deserve fair compensation for loss of income after an accident Wisconsin personal injury law allows you to claim financial compensation for losses caused by your injuries, including your lost wages and lost earning potential. What [...]

How auto insurance, fault & personal injury law affect your claim after an accident. When you’ve been injured in a car accident, it’s important to understand how exactly state law applies in your situation. Both the at-fault driver and victim have legal obligations to fulfill. Wisconsin car accident laws directly affect injured victims' car accident claims and how much compensation they can recover. It only takes a split second for a crash to turn your life upside down. Knowing how Wisconsin law affects car accident claims can protect your legal rights and financial future. How long do you have [...]

How to claim your compensation for pain & suffering after an accident If you have a personal injury claim in Wisconsin, you may be entitled to damages for pain and suffering. Pain and suffering damages are also called “non-economic damages” since it’s not as easy to assign a dollar amount (unlike to medical expenses & property damage which usually have a clear value). For minor injuries, it may not be worth pursuing pain and suffering damages in your claim. For serious injuries from an accident that had a big impact on your life, pain and suffering damages could be very much [...]

Critical information about abdominal trauma & what to do next 1. Stomach pain & other symptoms of shock 2. Recognizing abdominal trauma 3. Seat belt syndrome 4. Signs of internal bleeding 5. Take delayed stomach pain VERY seriously 6. A car crash can injure your liver, appendix & more 7. How a car accident can affect your period 8. Getting a fair settlement for abdominal injuries After an auto accident, adrenaline courses through your body. One side effect of this is that internal injuries often go unnoticed until later. These are known as delayed-pain injuries, and they can be [...]

Who can sue for a whiplash injury? And who pays? Don't be fooled by the words "mild" or "minor." Proving whiplash injury Filing a whiplash claim without a lawyer Whiplash settlement amounts 5 insights into lawsuits & compensation for whiplash injuries Here's everything you need to know about getting a fair whiplash settlement in the state of Wisconsin. Whiplash is a type of neck injury commonly caused by rear end car accidents. Any accident or trauma that causes your neck to jerk back and forth can result in whiplash, including sports injuries, physical abuse, a blow to the head, a roller [...]

The stress of dealing with the aftermath of an auto accident is enough to bring on a headache, but headaches that persist, or get worse, could be a sign of serious brain injury and shouldn’t be dismissed. Headaches that start after an accident are known as post-traumatic headaches because they occur after a traumatic event. Surprisingly, the severity of the accident doesn’t correlate to the severity of the headache. Even a fender bender or low-speed rear end collision can cause a post-traumatic headache. Causes of headaches Common headache symptoms Headache treatments Sue for headaches Improve your headache settlement What causes headaches after a car accident? [...]

What to do if a phantom driver causes your crash If the driver who caused your crash disappeared, you need an experienced attorney to defend your claim. Will your insurance company pay your claim if someone cuts you off, swerves into your lane, or otherwise causes you to crash without ever touching your vehicle? There’s no clear-cut answer to this question. It all depends on the circumstances of the accident. Cases involving damage to only one vehicle/driver are particularly difficult when the at-fault driver is never identified. Read on to learn more about these types of accidents and how [...]

Can I sue? And who do I sue? Statue of limitations on dog bite injury lawsuits How long does a dog bite injury lawsuit take? Do I need a lawyer to file a lawsuit? What kind of settlement can I expect? For most dog owners, their pets are more than just companions. They’re part of their family. Unfortunately, dogs sometimes attack people and other pets. The injuries they inflict can range from mild to life threatening, and in particularly tragic cases, the attack can even result in death. Whether it was due to provocation or some instinct that drove [...]

Am I able to sue? Filing a car accident lawsuit Statute of limitations for auto accidents in Wisconsin How long does a car accident lawsuit take? Do I need a lawyer? What kind of settlement can I expect? An auto accident disrupts virtually every aspect of your life. In a best case scenario, you’re without a car for weeks, possibly months, and if your car was totaled you’re without a car completely. Being without a car is bad, but injuries can deprive you of your ability to work and even your ability to just get around. The pain you [...]

Can I sue? Filing a motorcycle personal injury claim Wisconsin statute of limitations on motorcycle accident lawsuits How long will an accident claim take? What's a fair settlement amount for injuries, pain and suffering? Do I need a lawyer? Thousands of crashes. One chance to recover damages. You only have one chance to get fair compensation for your injuries. Every year there thousands of motorcycle crashes in Wisconsin, causing thousands of injuries and an average of 75 deaths every year. Steve Caya represents riders injured in motorcycle crashes, helping them get through the financial aspects of their case and collect fair [...]

Do I have a slip & fall case? How much is a slip and fall injury worth? What are the most common injuries after slips, trips and falls? How to file a slip and fall lawsuit in Wisconsin. What is the statute of limitations on filing a slip and fall lawsuit in Wisconsin? Do I need a lawyer for a slip and fall claim? A slip and fall accident is any incident where a person is injured as a result of hazardous conditions. These accidents can happen on commercial, private or governmental property including restaurants, stores, hotels, parking lots, [...]

Who can sue for a wrongful death? What is the statute of limitations? Is there a damages cap on claims? What's the average settlement? How to file a wrongful death lawsuit How long a lawsuit takes Wrongful death lawsuit calculators Losing a family member is never easy, especially in cases where negligence is involved. If your loved has been killed in a fatal accident caused by negligence you may have the right to file a wrongful death claim. What constitutes a wrongful death? Wisconsin Statutes section 895.03 specifies death by wrongful act as a death caused by neglect or default where [...]