Wisconsin Boating Safety
Southern Wisconsin is a beautiful place, full of lakes and streams to explore and enjoy. It only takes one tragedy in the news to be reminded how important water safety is, so here are a few tips: Attorney Evan's dog Louie, diligently wearing his life jacket! Life Jackets: As you can see from the photo, Attorney Evan's dog Louie wisely chose to wear his life jacket while kayaking on the Marshall Millpond, just east of Sun Prairie. When Louie got a little too excited about another dog on the shore and fell out of the kayak, the life [...]
Firework Safety Tips
With 4th of July right around the corner, the personal injury team at Nowlan Law thought it would be good to review some firework safety guidelines. Rock and Dane Counties have plenty of fun firework festivities planned–as you enjoy the celebrations, keep a few simple things in mind. Flags over Sparklers For smaller kids, consider switching out the sparklers for flags or glow sticks. Children simply don’t have the best judgment & coordination, and their response times are slower. According to the National Fire Protection Association, children ages 10–14 had the highest rate of fireworks injury, with more than [...]
Tip, Insights for WI Accident Victims & Their Families
Thank you to Uncommon Cents Investing for having me as a guest on their WCLO Janesville podcast last week. We discussed important insurance considerations for businesses who are providing unique services during the pandemic (such as delivery), as well as ways to protect your assets in the event of an accident/injury. If you missed it, you can listen to the podcast here: https://bit.ly/2Yq1hFl Can’t listen right now? Here’s a preview of some of the points covered: Most people who’ve never been in a serious accident fail to realize just how important your actions before the accident are. You must have sufficient insurance [...]
Vertigo after a car accident is a real problem – here’s what to do next
Get a fair settlement for vertigo-related injuries caused by negligence If you’re experiencing dizziness following a car accident, you’re not alone. After a collision many victims experience vertigo, which can be caused by different types of injuries, commonly: BPPV vertigo Whiplash vertigo Head injury/concussion vertigo Vertigo isn’t limited to dizziness. There are many different symptoms associated with vertigo that may require medical treatment and prevent you from returning to work. Don’t let the consequences of another driver’s mistake ruin your health and financial future. Steve Caya is an experienced injury attorney who helps Wisconsin accident victims win fair compensation for [...]
Suing for tinnitus, hearing loss & ear pain after a car accident
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: 3 steps to getting fairly compensated
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 [...]
4 times you NEED a car insurance lawyer for your claim
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 [...]
Loss of enjoyment of life
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) [...]
Suing for loss of consortium
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 [...]
How medical bills get paid after a car crash
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 [...]